Plant Maze
Introduce the concept of phototropism as students create a maze for their plants to try to grow through. Content Area: Science
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Gardening & Farmers Markets Lessons: 3-5
pH Poinsettia
Use poinsettias to test the pH of multiple common household products. Content Area: Science
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Tops and Bottoms
Teach students about how we eat different parts of different plants in this fun lesson that pairs with Tops and Bottoms, by Janet Stevens.
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Specialty Crop Self Portrait
Teach students about Illinois-grown specialty crops as they create their own self portrait in the style of Italian painter Giuseppe Arcimboldo.
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Illinois Specialty Crops "Zine"
Have your students craft their own maga"zines" to learn more about important specialty crops grown in Illinois.
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Sprouting Success in Illinois from North to South
Choosing plants that are best to grow in your area is an important first step in having a successful crop. A good place to start is to research plants that are best suited for your growing zone.
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