On Wednesday, the science classes planted seeds to begin our terrarium experiments. Mrs. Byriel brought some Mystery Seeds that we could plant for an experiment. Before we decided on an experiment, the students brainstormed questions a biologist might ask about seeds. Then we noted which questions were testable and which would need to be researched. Finally we voted on which testable question we wanted to use for an experiment. Some classes chose "How much precipitation does a plant need to survive?" Another class chose "What kind of soil does this plant grow best in?"
It was a great day of cooperation in our classroom! Each group decided on jobs for its members. The students all worked well together as they scooped dirt, measured water, counted tiny seeds, planted and marked them with toothpick flags.
Next week we will observe any changes in our terrarium and look for signs of plant growth.
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