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- 3rd - 12th
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Students examine why plants have both common and scientific names, then complete the activity by matching each common plant name with its scientific name. They finish by working in cooperative groups to create an ABC of Plants class book. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 4th
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Students study about trees, comparing those in Vincent van Gogh's paintings to those in nature. After learning about the botany of trees, students create leaf rubbings found, imitating Van Gogh's use of color. Full Review »
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- 6th
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Students create labeled diagrams of their new plant breeds. Full Review »
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- 6th
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Students explain in simple terms what genes are and how they may determine the characteristics of a living thing; They conduct research on a scientist and his or her experiments. They demonstrate a basic understanding of plant breeding. Full Review »
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- 7th - 9th
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Students explore experiences of people employed in careers dealing with various plant species. They consider if there is a career in this area that appeals to them. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 6th - 12th
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Students increase computer graphics skills and trace and paint botanicals from digital photographs taken of prairie plants using computer-aided artistic techniques in Painter Classic Software and with the Wacom Tablet and stylus. Full Review »
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- 4th - 10th
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Students categorize leaves they collect from trees outdoors by consulting a variety of sources. They discuss how the form of a leaf reflects its adaptation to its environment. Full Review »
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- 6th
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Students study the chronology of major events of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. They use primary and secondary resources to obtain information about the plants which were identified by Lewis and Clark. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students design three dimensional models of plant and animal cells. They identify the cells parts, and compare animal and plant cells. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students engage in a study of the concepts of biology with plants known as capillary action and transpiration. They conduct a simple experiment to demonstrate the concept. The lesson includes a background discussion led by the teacher just before the activity. Full Review »
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