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Seed experiments and activities for kids {seed science}

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Seed activities are great for kids from preschool through elementary school. Younger kids can learn about seeds through hands-on exploration, and older kids can design experiments to test hypotheses about how seeds grow best.

With spring approaching, now is the perfect time to learn about seeds!

Below you’ll find a number of awesome seed science activities and seed experiments to explore with your kids.

Note: For more seed activities your kids will love, see my Botany Unit Study page.

Learning about seeds

Exploring seeds from seed packets : We opened 12 packs of vegetable seeds and compared and contrasted the seeds inside.

Exploring seeds found in nature : We found several seeds in our backyard and explored their different characteristics.

Sprouting different kinds of seeds : We sprouted 24 different types of seeds to compare their sprouting process.

Children’s books about seeds : We read 10 different books about seeds to learn how seeds sprout and then grow into plants.

Related seed activities:

• Share It Science shows how to make seed paper you can actually plant in a garden
• Fantastic Fun and Learning did an investigation that asked: Are seeds the same?
• Buggy and Buddy dissected a seed
• Little Bins for Little Hands grew a seed in a jar
• Spell Out Loud offers a printable seed journal
• Mama’s Learning Corner offers a printable  mini-book about seeds

Seed science experiments

Do seeds need light to grow? : We conducted an experiment to compare how seeds sprout when they have access to light and when they do not.

What temperature do seeds like? : We conducted an experiment to compare how seeds grow under different temperature conditions.

Do seeds need air to grow? : We conducted an experiment to compare how seeds grow when they have access to air in the dirt and when they do not have access to air.

Do seeds need their seed coat to grow? : This was the first experiment we conducted to learn whether seeds grow better if their seed coat is intact vs. if their seed coat is removed.

Another seed coat experiment : This was the second experiment we conducted to understand how having an intact or missing seed coat affects seed growth.

What liquids do seeds like? : In this experiment, we sprouted seeds using four different liquids to explore which liquids help seeds to grow.

Related seed experiments:

• Schooling a monkey conducted an experiment to test how seeds grow in different types of soil
• An Everyday Story conducted an experiment to learn how deep you should plant seeds in the soil

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Last updated by Linda Kamp on December 9, 2022 • 11 Comments

Easy Seed Science Experiments & Parts of a Seed Activities

Germinating seeds and growing plants is a must-do activity for elementary students learning about the plant life cycle. But have you ever wondered what the inside of a seed looks like? These easy seed science experiments are a great way for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade students to explore the parts of a seed and learn their functions as they dissect and label the inside of a seed.

Seed Science Experiments

Introduce your students to the parts of a seed and each part’s function by reading books about plants or by projecting a diagram. We  want students to be familiar with the vocabulary to use and what seed parts they will be looking for when they dissect their seeds.

Dissecting Seeds Experiment

To dissect bean seeds you will need:

• large lima beans
• a magnifying glass
• paper towels
• a recording sheet

Soak the lima beans in a bowl of water for 15-20 minutes to soften them. Soak enough for each student to have 2-3 beans in case some break or won’t open easily. Set enough beans aside for each student to have a dry bean to use  for comparison.

Students use a hand lens to observe and compare the wet bean to the dry bean then describe the differences. Next, students compare and measure the sizes of the two beans.

Using their thumbnails, students then carefully split the soaked bean open to reveal the inside and parts of the seed.

Using a hand lens or magnifying glass (large magnifying glasses are available at the dollar store), have locate and identify the seed coat, plant embryo, and cotyledon. Challenge them to find the hilum, or the tiny scar where the seed was attached to the parent plant. This is the seed’s belly button!

Labeling the Parts of a Seed

As students are dissecting their seeds, have them draw what they see and label the parts of the seed. The seed diagram I use is included in this resource .

This seed dissection video on YouTube gives an up-close look at the parts of a seed.

Germinating Seeds

You can germinate any type of seed or bean but observing the stages of germination is easiest to see using large lima beans. Place dry beans between two damp paper towels inside a sandwich baggie or jar. Because the seeds can sometimes get moldy, we do two things. Add a squirt of hand sanitizer to the paper towels first, and leave the baggie open so air can circulate.

I’ve found the easiest way to manage the baggies is to clothespin them to a long piece of yarn stapled or tacked to a bulletin board or wall. This way students can easily remove their bag and take it to their desk to observe any changes. To keep the seeds damp, a spray bottle works best to mist the paper towels when they start to dry out.

Use a seed observation journal for students to record the changes and explain what they observe. Once the seeds have germinated and begin to form roots, plant the seedlings in a cup of potting soil.

From dissecting to germinating, these easy seed science experiments are a fun, hands-on way for your students to learn about the life cycle of plants and how seeds grow.

The teaching materials pictured in this post are part of a complete plant life cycle science unit for Grades 1-3 with detailed lesson plans, a 9-lesson teaching PowerPoint, science experiments, and culminating flower booklet.

Click here to see more of this complete science unit.

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Many students I know struggle to find a good idea for science fair projects and sometimes wait until the last minute to do their experiments. We in the Education Department of the Chicago Botanic Garden are committed to helping make science fair a painless and even fun learning experience for students, parents, and teachers by offering some simple ideas for studying plants.

A no-brainer botany project is testing germination of radish seeds in different conditions. Radish seeds are easy to acquire, inexpensive, large enough to see and pick up with your fingers, and quick to germinate under normal conditions. Testing germination does not take weeks, doesn't require a lot of room, and is easy to measure—just count the seeds that sprout!

To set up a seed germination experiment, use this basic procedure

Gather three or more small plates, depending on how many ways you will be treating your seeds.

Place a folded wet paper towel on the plate.

Place ten seeds on the wet paper towel. You can use more seeds—the more you have, the more reliable your results will be—but using multiples of ten makes it easier to calculate percentages.

Cover with a damp paper towel; label the plates.

Treat the seeds the same way in every respect except for one thing: the condition you are testing. That condition is your "independent variable," which may also be called the "experimental variable." No matter what you are testing, one plate should be set up with the basic directions and no treatment. That plate is the "control" that all the other plates can be compared with.

When the seeds sprout root and leaves, remove the top paper towel. Compare the number of seeds that germinate and the time it takes for seeds in each condition. You should be able to wrap this up in less than a week.

Now all you need are some ideas for conditions to test.

Here are eleven questions you can investigate at home or school using the same basic procedure

1. Do seeds need light to germinate?

Place your plates of seeds in different light conditions: one in no light (maybe in a dark room or a under a box), one in indirect/medium light (in a bright room, not near the window), and one in direct light (by a south-facing window). Compare how well the seeds germinate in these conditions.

2. Do seeds sprout faster if they are presoaked?

Soak some seeds for an hour, a few hours, and overnight. Place ten of each on a germination plate, and and compare them with ten dry seeds on another plate.

3. Does the room temperature affect germination rate?

You'll need a thermometer for this one. Place seed plates on a warming pad, in room temperature, and in a cool location. Monitor temperature as well as germination rate. Try to ensure that the seeds have the same amount of light so it's a fair test of temperature and not light variation.

4. Do microwaves affect germination?

Put seeds in the microwave before germinating and see if this affects them. Try short bursts, like one and two seconds as well as ten or 15 seconds, to see if you can determine the smallest amount of radiation that affects seed germination.

5. Does pH affect germination rate?

Wet the paper towels with different solutions. Use diluted vinegar for acidic water, a baking soda or mild bleach solution for alkaline conditions, and distilled water for neutral.

6. Does prefreezing affect the seed affect germination?

Some seeds perform better if they have been through a cold winter. Store some seed in the freezer and refrigerator for a week or more before germinating to find out if this is true for radishes or if it has an adverse affect.

7. Does exposure to heat affect germination rate?

Treat your seeds to heat by baking them in the oven briefly before germinating. See what happens with seeds exposed to different temperatures for the same amount of time, or different amounts of time at the same low temperature.

8. How is germination rate affected by age of the seeds?

You can acquire old seeds from a garden store (they will be happy to get rid of them), or maybe a gardener in your family has some old seeds hanging around. Find out if the seeds are any good after a year or more by germinating some of them. Compare their germination rate to a fresher package of the same kind of seed.

9. Do seeds germinate better in fertilized soil?

Instead of using the paper-towel method, sprout seeds in soils that contain different amounts of Miracle-Gro or another soil nutrient booster.

10. Does scarification improve germination rate?

Some seeds need to be scratched in order to sprout—that's called "scarification." Place seeds in a small bag with a spoon of sand and shake for a few minutes and see if roughing them up a bit improves or inhibits their germination.

11. Does talking to seeds improve their germination rate?

Some people claim that talking to plants increases carbon dioxide and improves growth. Are you the scientist who will show the world that seeds sprout better if you read stories to them? Stranger discoveries have been made in the plant world.

That eleventh idea may seem silly, but sometimes science discoveries are made when scientists think outside the seed packet, so to speak. Students should design an experiment around whatever question interests them—from this list or their own ideas—to make the research personal and fun. As long as students follow the scientific method, set up a controlled experiment, and use the results of the experiment to draw reasoned conclusions, they will be doing real science. The possibilities for botanical discovery are endless, so get growing!

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Sprout House

Spring is just around the corner and my kiddos are itching to start planting seeds .  Our  little DIY sprout house made from sponges had my kids giddy with excitement.  Combining engineering and science into one awesome project was a motivating way to learn about germination. It definitely brought a whole new meaning to the word “greenhouse”! (Get it?!)

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Getting Ready

To make the spout house, we first gathered our supplies. For each house, we needed:

• 4 plain sponges
• Hot glue gun {optional but makes construction quick}
• Seeds {wheat berries, chia, or alfalfa seeds sprout quickly}

Building the Sprout House

First, my kiddos selected their base.  Both chose the green sponge to look like grass.  Then, they cut a second sponge in half to form 2 walls.

To make the other walls, they cut the third sponge in half.  Then, they cut one of those halves in half again.

For the roof, they cut the last sponge in half. They were ready to put them all together!

To hold up the walls, we inserted two toothpicks in the bottom and sides of each wall with about 1/2 inch of toothpick sticking out.

Both kid needed a little help pushing the toothpicks in – especially when connecting two walls.  If your walls still seem a little wobbly, you can use a little hot glue to hold them together.

For the roof, we used toothpicks as connectors again, but it was pretty tricky to secure the roof to the walls and each other.  And so, I ended up just using the hot glue gun to hold on the roof.

Once the house was built, it was time to cover it with seeds.  Both kids wanted wheat berries for the bottom because it grows wheat grass.

My 5 year-old chose to mix chia and alfalfa seeds for the roof.  I put about a tablespoon of seeds in a little dish and mixed in a little water to make a seed slurry. The chia seeds absorb a lot of water and become kind of gummy.  Therefore, it actually helps make spreading the seeds on the roof a whole lot easier.

Once the seeds were “planted” all there was left to do was water and wait.  We poured water in the plate and allowed the sponge to absorb the water to moisten the wheat berries.

For the roof, both kids carefully sprayed the seeds several times a day with a misting bottle.  It’s still a bit chilly here, so our heat is cranked up, making it very easy for the tiny chia seeds to dry out.  So, twice a day, I soaked all the sponges with water just to be safe.

Within two days the wheat berries began to sprout tiny roots.

And a week later, our sprout houses looked due for a mow.

Both kiddos loved checking on their house throughout the day and watching to see when and how quickly the different seeds grew.   My 5 year-old would search to find all the little roots that would travel over the bumpy sponge to find a little nook to get a hold in.  You can tell the seeds in the crack of the roof where moisture pooled grew the best.

No matter how many times we sprout seeds, it’s always a little magical, and this time was no exception.

The Science of Seeds

Seeds, even the tiniest ones, contain the food and all the instructions necessary to sprout a new plant.  All they need are the right conditions: the right temperature, consistent moisture and a good location.

We saw that the seeds on the outer edges of the sponge tended to dry out more quickly and didn’t grow as well.

At first, the plant depends on the energy stored within the seed to grow. As the seed soaks up water, its food stored inside begins to be converted into energy in the form of enzymes. The enzymes trigger the seed to send out roots and germinate.

First the roots break out of the hard protective outer layer of the seed called the seed coat .  They grow downwards and begin to anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients.

Next, the seed begins to grow a stem, a process called germination .  Once germination takes place, the plant grows, eventually making its own food from nutrients it takes in from the soil and through photosynthesis.

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Germination Science Experiment

In this twist on the classic germination science experiment, children will test the germination rate of 10 green bean seeds. From making predictions to collecting data, your little scientists will learn all about seeds and how plants grow.

Let’s get started with this germination of seeds activity! 

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An Easy Germination Science Experiment for Kids to Do

A fun way to teach your child about the germination of seeds!

Materials Needed for Germination Science Experiment

• Plastic baggie
• Black permanent marker
• Paper towel
• Spray Bottle

Directions for Germination Science Experiment

Before the germination science experiment read seed books and talk about seeds.

Introduce the word GERMINATION.  Germination is when the seed begins to grow a root and a shoot. This experiment will allow children to see how and how many seeds germinate.  The plastic bag acts as a window into the world of plant growth!

• Fold the paper towel so it will fit neatly inside the plastic bag.
• Using a black permanent marker, draw a 10 frame on the bag.
• Fill the spray bottle with water and let children mist the paper towel until it is completely moist.
• Place the wet paper towel in the bag.
• Have the children place one bean seed in each compartment in the 10 frame.
• Close the bag and set it flat near a window or other sunny area. (the bag can be taped to a window, but the seeds do not stay in the 10 frame well!)

TIP: Here are the Fastest Growing Seeds for Science Projects .

Want to expand this lesson? Use this free plant life cycle worksheet !

Discussion Questions for Germination Science Experiment

Do you think that all 10 bean seeds will germinate? Explain your answer.

MATH CONNECTIONS:

• Write a prediction on how many bean seeds you believe will germinate.  You many guess numbers between 0 and 10. After plants have germinated check your predictions.  Discuss the results.
• Can you figure out the percentage or germination rate of your bean seeds?  Take the number of bean seeds in your bag that germinated.  Use a calculator and times that number by 10.  If 8 seeds germinated, you would take 8 x 10 = 80.  Your seeds would have an 80% germination rate.

Why do you think knowing a seeds germination rate would be helpful to a farmer?

NOTE: Bean seeds germinated in this way “may” grow if you place them in a soil garden area shortly after germination begins. Often teachers will allow the bean plants to continue growing until leaves form so that students can see the plants growing.

Bean Seed Germination Experiment

Facts about Beans

• A bean seed will grow into a bean plant.
• The plant will produce blossoms that will turn into beans.  If left to mature. The beans will contain 5-6 bean seeds that can be re-planted.
• Some bean seeds are white, red, brown, or black.  We have even planted red speckled bean seeds.
• The roots and stem will come out of the seed.  When this happens, it is called – germination.
• Roots go down from the bean seed into the earth due to gravity.  They help the bean plant absorb water and nutrients from the soil.  You will see this in the first few days of your grow a bean maze experiment.
• Even if you plant the seed upside down, the roots will “turn themselves” back the right way.
• The stem, or shoot, will go upwards in search of sunlight and air.

Germination Science Experiment Vocabulary

Germination :  when the seed begins to grow a root and a shoot.

Root :  Part of the plant beneath the soil that absorbs water and nutrients.

Sprout : the beginning growth of a plant

Sprouting : the practice of germinating seeds

We all know that plants need water, sun, and soil to grow. In this science experiment, kids will grow a bean maze to truly “see” how plants will seek out what they need.

Seed and Flower Activities for Kids

More SEED and Flower Inspired Learning Activities from our Teach ECE Education Team and here at The Educators’ Spin On It. We recommend:

• Tracing Letters with Seeds by Mom Inspired Life
• Flower Scavenger Hunt Mini-Book by Life Over C’s
• Growing Seeds and Journaling by Learning 2 Walk
• Song About Weeds by Capri + 3
• Printable Seed Activities Inspired by The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle
• Gardening with Kids, Seeds versus Transplants
• Saving Sunflower Seeds
• Best Flowers to Plant to Attract Butterflies
• Unlocking the Mysteries of Seed Germination

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Our kids would love to try this experiment. I love that they can also try multiplication with a calculator to find out the rate of germination.

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Easy Seed Sprouting Science Experiment for Kids

Categories Science Experiments

Which soil is best for growing plants? How do we know?

If your students are involved with a science fair, it’s ideal that the experiments you do have variables and can potentially even solve a real-world problem.

Help kids complete the which soil is best for growing plants science project using these steps.

For this seed sprouting science experiment we wanted to know what kind of soil was best for sprouting seeds.

My kids created a seed sprouting science experiment to determine the best kind of soil.  It’s the perfect addition to your spring STEM activities!

How to Do a Seed Sprouting Science Experiment

In this seed growth experiment, kids will learn which type of soil is best for growing plants. Read the questions below to learn how to turn this into a complete seed sprouting science fair project.

Seed Germination Experiment Science Fair Questions

Here are some questions to ask if you want to use this experiment as a science fair project! If you are currently looking for science project ideas, you’ll want to check out our list of elementary science fair project ideas and classic science fair projects !

• What soil is best for seeds?
• How do seeds grow?
• Can seeds grow in sand?
• Does the type of soil affect how fast a seed grows?

Supplies for the Seed Sprouting Science Experiment

• Easy-to-grow seeds ( we used corn seeds )
• 4-6 types of soil
• Small jars or pots (we used mason jars )
• Paper towels
• Plastic bag

What You Need for a Science Fair

You’ll want to have these supplies on hand before doing your science fair project. Shop the included Amazon storefronts to make things easier and don’t forget to download the free science fair planning checklist before getting started!

Science Fair Project Planning

When you’re planning your project, you want to keep everything organized. Click the image below to get my free science fair project checklist so you can start organizing your project from the start.

You may also want to check out this list of science fair project research supplies.

Supplies for a Science Fair Project

There are so many supplies for science fair projects that are individual to each project, but if you want a general list of possible supplies and inspiration for your project, check out my selection of science fair experiment supplies on Amazon.

Supplies for a Science Fair Presentation

Your science fair presentation is important! It should look presentable and eye-catching. Check out this list of my favorite science fair presentation supplies.

How to Do the Seed Growing Experiment

Select a handful of seeds to pre-sprout between layers of damp paper towel inside a plastic bag. We placed our bag over the top of our refrigerator and they sprouted in about five days. This made the experiment yield faster results when we did it with the kids.

Fill your containers with the same amount of your soils. We filled our jars half-way with sand, flower potting soil, vegetable potting soil, dirt from the yard, and a mixture of half-sand/half-potting soil.

Plant three or four seeds in each container. We did three seeds per jar in case some refused to sprout. Use a pencil to push the seeds into the soil.

Water your seeds with the same amount of water per jar. We used about 1/2 a cup per jar.

Place your jars in a sunny location. Our seeds started to sprout leaves within on week. After two weeks, we compared soil types.

My kids thought that the vegetable potting soil would be best for the corn, which proved to be true. The surprise soil, however, was the sand. We thought that the sand would be worst for growing seeds, but our sand seeds were the second-most developed of the entire bunch.

Seed Germination Experiment Results

According to a planting guide we read after conducting our experiment, sandy soil is actually recommended for growing corn . We will keep a close eye on our sand plant to see how it changes and if the pure sand or sand/soil mixture will be best for the corn plant over time.

The worst soil for our corn seedlings was our yard soil, which is clay-heavy, not ideal for growing corn. Only one of the three corn sprouts we planted grew leaves.

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Seed Germination Experiment – The Results!

May 27, 2024 by Sarah

Have you ever used the mason jar method for a seed germination experiment?! It is so neat to watch a seed sprout and grow, and to see the root structure take shape. It also makes for an awesome seed germination experiment, comparing roots and sprouts and how quickly each grows!

In this blog post, I’ll share with you exactly how we set up our seed germination experiment, a Free Printable Seed Growth Tracker, AND the results with the best seeds to germinate with kids!

Seeds and Plants Family Unit Study

This seed germination experiment is one of the hands-on activities from my Seeds and Plants Family Unit Study .  

If you’re new here, let me explain. This unit study, like all of our ever-growing library of unit studies, takes one big topic—Seeds and Plants—and breaks it down into ten manageable, bite-sized learning topics. This format gives you the freedom to dive into learning at a pace that works for your family.

Each of the ten topics included with a unit study contains everything you need for that topic, including:

• a curated YouTube video,
• suggested information to read,
• a “what’s happening” section,
• an interesting fact,
• a discussion question,
• literacy and math extension questions,
• and an ultimate-can’t-be-beat hands-on activity!

Perhaps you do one topic per day, perhaps one per week. Whatever suits your fancy! You can learn about seeds and plants and explore one of the 10 topics from start to finish in about 1-2 hours.

Printable Seed Growth Tracker

Within the Seeds and Plants Family Unit Study, your little ones will observe and document how their seeds grow with this Printable Seed Growth Tracker . You can grab it for FREE right here:

Seed Germination Experiment: The Set-Up

For this experiment, we’re going to germinate our seeds using the ‘mason jar and paper towel’ method. With this method, kids can see the seed sprout and the root structure form, giving them the real-life learning they need to understand what’s happening beneath the soil!

For your seed germination experiment, you will need:

• a glass jar
• paper towels

Instructions

First, we pushed sheets of paper towels, one at a time, into the glass jar. Once it was full, we added some water to wet it (dumping out any excess). Wetting the paper towel made room for a few more pieces to be pushed into the jar and then wet again (and again, dumping out any excess water). We made sure the paper towel was rather packed so the seeds would stay nicely in place next to the glass.

Next, we picked four seeds to germinate: beans, snap peas, cucumber, and swiss chard. We pushed each seed down the side of the glass jar and supported them with the wet paper towel when pulling our fingers out.

We added all four of our seeds to one mason jar, but you could also set up separate mason jars for each of your different types of seeds.

Finally, I labeled each seed so we could make observations and comparisons.

Seed Germination Experiment: The Results!

One of the reasons I love doing seed germination with kids is how quickly the seeds start to grow. For this seed growth experiment, our seeds started to root on Day 2! By the next day, there were sprouts, too. And by Day 5, three of our four seeds were growing strong!

These are the seeds that we chose to germinate:

• Swiss Chard

So, how did our four seeds compare?

Here is a little run down of our results, though yours may, of course, be slightly different.

Day 1 – Despite checking a gazillion times, nothing happened.

Day 2 – Snap Pea rooted.

Day 3 – Snap Pea started to sprout, and Bean started to root.

Day 4 – Bean started to sprout, and Swiss Chard started to root (though it was tricky to see!).

Day 5 – Snap Pea , Bean , and Swiss Chard were all rooted and sprouting.

Day 6 – Bean overtook Snap Pea for the tallest and strongest plant.

Day 7 – All growing strong! (Except for the Cucumber …)

We had the best success with snap pea and bean seeds. Both grew fairly similarly, easily, and strongly. The roots to the snap pea were a bit easier to see, but the bean seed looks really neat as it sprouts!

So, What’s the Best Seed to Germinate with Kids?

So, if I were forced to choose between a bean or a snap pea seed to germinate with my little ones, I would choose—after a long and restless night’s sleep debating the choice— Snap Pea!

The root system on a snap pea is really fascinating—and that is why I do seed germination for kids in clear jars with paper towels : so they can see the root system.

Truthfully, we didn’t do too many activities while we were observing our seeds sprouting. It was mostly casual conversations. But conversations themselves can be one of the most powerful learning tools of all!

We made predictions and comparisons, developed new vocabulary, and—most importantly—marveled at how miraculous the whole process is.

This is one of the simplest ways to introduce little ones to seed germination. You can keep it simple, or turn it into quite an all-encompassing endeavor! Whatever floats your boat. Our boats are currently floated in a shallow stream… some days, a puddle…

More Seed Activities for Kids

If you’re looking for more seed activities, be sure to check out these 35 Seed Activities for Kids . And if you’re feeling crafty, I have tons of Seed Art Ideas for Kids as well.

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April 4, 2014 at 3:32 pm

The fail-safe ones are my favorite! lol! I love that this is just a casual experiment that still puts the roots (pun not intended) of science in their minds! 🙂

February 11, 2016 at 10:52 pm

Really helpful for my sons science project. I appreciate you sharing a lot! Thank you. We aren’t finished with ours however it’s a little more complicated. But wanted to say again appreciate your share! Great job!

February 15, 2019 at 4:44 pm

We always had the best success with nasturtium seeds.

February 19, 2019 at 9:12 pm

Oh interesting Theresa! I have never tried sprouting these seeds. I will have to give it a go!

March 5, 2021 at 2:00 pm

Hi, Did you just fill the jar up with wet paper towels? really wet? or misted wet? I’m trying to figure out how the seeds sit against the side of the jar. thanks

March 8, 2021 at 10:51 am

Hi Christina, Great question! The trick is to really fill the jar all the way with paper towels. Rip them off one by one and shove them in the jar. Then add lots of water to wet them down and continue to fill the jar again with the paper towel, wetting them down and repeating until the jar is totally full. Then dump out the excess water and press the seeds in. We then water the jar every two or so days and dump out the excess water. Hope this helps! I actually have a video coming out with more details next week. I will be sure to link it here!

April 11, 2022 at 9:15 pm

Where can we find the video? Love this idea!

April 17, 2022 at 8:28 pm

Thank you so much! You can check out the video in this blog post: https://www.howweelearn.com/two-spring-learning-crafts-we-love/

April 11, 2021 at 10:35 pm

Where did you get your seeds? Is it something I can just get at any store? Thank you. I nanny and always looking for learning amd fun things to do with her.

April 12, 2021 at 7:23 pm

Hi Faith! Yes, any store at all. The dollarstore carries seeds as well. I hope you have fun!

April 11, 2021 at 10:38 pm

Also, where in the jar did you put the seeds? On the sides? Do I put the different types of seeds in different jars?

April 12, 2021 at 7:28 pm

Yes! Once the paper towels are stuffed in the jar you can just slide the seeds in between the jar and the paper towels. You can put them in different jars, or pop them all in the same jar. Anything goes!

April 16, 2022 at 5:56 pm

Radish seeds sprout really fast as well. I’m a teacher and I use a plastic glove ( the large ones that cafeteria workers use) and instead of paper towels I use cotton balls. One cotton ball and one seed for each finger. Dip the cotton ball in water and wring out the water so that its damp and not dripping. Hope this helps anyone and thanks for the seed ideas!

April 17, 2022 at 8:23 pm

Great tips, Lindzi! Thank you!

February 6, 2022 at 10:46 pm

Hi Sarah, I have done this with many students. I had over 1200 students come to our conservation days and we showed them how to do this. With so many kids buying packaged seed was out of the question, so I just bought a bag of beans from the grocery store and started the process the night before by soaking them overnight. Then the bean seed germinated faster. Also corn seed can be used. Neither need to be soaked but it does speed up the process.

Just found your site. I was looking for fun easy experiments for my grandson who is 3 years old. I taught science for 35 years but, have been away from it and needed some inspiration, you know that oh yea, that would be a great one for him to do. Thank you.

February 9, 2022 at 7:56 pm

What a great tip, Brenda! Thank you so much.

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A classic seed experiment

Seed germination activities are a long-time favorite of educators. One of the classic seed experiments uses a resealable plastic bag, a paper towel or napkin, seeds and water. This is a low-cost, effective tool for teaching about seeds, germination, gravitropism and energy. It also provides a perfect environment for introducing the fundamentals of the  scientific method .

A twist on an old favorite

Dr. Biology’s  Virtual Pocket Seed Experiment  adds a twist to this classic experiment that fits into today's technology. It allows educators to introduce students to all the concepts of the original with some added features and benefits.

• The virtual version is a collection of real data that students can use to chart the results of different seed treatments.
• Each treatment is also animated so 10 days can be viewed in a matter of seconds.
• A companion Excel spreadsheet introduces students to 21st century skills as well as graphing and charting.

Virtual Pocket Seed Experiment

The best part of the Virtual Pocket Seed Experiment is it is flexible. It allows teachers to introduce as much of the virtual data as desired.

In some cases it can serve as a backup for the real-world experiment. It can be used in its fully virtual form to compress the time it takes to run the hands-on version.

The animations and companion story also serve as introductory materials to capture student imagination and interest.  The virtual version is based on a real world experiment adding to its authenticity. Students can then run their own experiments and compare their results to the virtual version.

How to use the Virtual Pocket Seed Experiment

The  Experiment Packet PDF  contains all the educator needs for either the hands-on or virtual experiment. It also provides detailed instructions including illustrations, a sample lesson plan, handouts and materials for students to use for either experiment. It is worth downloading the reviewing the packet. There are several ways to introduce the experiment to students depending on the needs of the educator. Below are some suggestions based on instructor feedback.

• Many teachers introduce students to seeds, their anatomy and seed germination using the companion,  Time Traveling Plants , story.
• Before using the virtual experiment it is best to review  Experiment Overview  and  Data Card Help  sections.
• Depending on the grade level and the time available, students can conduct the hands-on experiment or use the virtual version.
• Younger learners run the experiment and carry out the analysis.
• Older learners begin to use the companion Excel file.
• For some high school teachers the experiment is used as a quick 30-50 minute refresher for students to get them thinking critically and using the scientific method.

Arizona Science Standards

Strand One: Inquiry process

Concept 1: Observations, Questions, and Hypotheses

• PO 1. (5) Formulate a relevant question through observations that can be tested by an investigation.
• PO 1. (7) Formulate questions based on observations that lead to the development of a hypothesis.
• PO 2. (2) Predict the results of an investigation.

Concept 2: Scientific Testing (Investigating and Modeling)

• PO 1. (7) Demonstrate safe behavior and appropriate procedures in all science inquiry.
• PO 2. (4) Plan a simple investigation that identifies the variables to be controlled.
• PO 3. (4) Conduct controlled investigations in life, physical, and Earth and space sciences.
• PO 4. (5) Measure using appropriate tools (e.g., ruler, scale, balance) and units of measure.
• PO 5. (5) Record data in an organized and appropriate format.

Concept 3: Analysis and Conclusions

• PO 1. (7) Analyze data obtained in a scientific investigation to identify trends.
• PO 2. (7) Form a logical argument about a correlation between variables or sequence of events.
• PO 3. (6) Evaluate the observations and data reported by others.

Strand 4: Life Science

Concept 1: Structure and Function in Living Systems

• PO 1. (3) Describe the function of the following plant structures: roots, stems, leaves, flowers.

Concept 2: Life Cycles

• PO 2. (3) Explain how growth, death, and decay are part of the plant life cycle.

Concept 3: Organisms and Environments

• PO 5. (3) Describe how environmental factors in the ecosystem may affect a member organism's ability to grow, reproduce, and thrive.

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Germinating Seeds in a Bag: Science Experiment for Kids

There is a entry way in my house that is covered in small lines documenting the growth of my children. My kids love going back to it month after month to see how much they’ve grown. It’s important to teach our kids that growth is a part of all living things , not just humans.

Growing seeds in a plastic bag is a fun way for kids to see how seeds grow. Really? Seed germination in a paper towel? The best part of this STEM activity is showing that these seeds don’t need soil or a hole in the ground to grow. Your little gardeners can watch how seeds sprout with a clear view from the plastic bag. There is a lot to learn in this experiment, yet it is so simple to do!

Recommended Grade Level:

Kindergarten

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Materials for Germinating Seeds in a Bag:

• Plastic Zip Top Bag
• Paper Towel

Learning About Seeds And Growth:

Bean germination experiment.

ASKING STUDENTS TO OBSERVE AND IDENTIFY GROWTH TEACHES LIFECYCLES AND BASIC NEEDS. STUDENTS CAN ANSWER QUESTIONS LIKE:

• What does our seed need to grow?
• What do you think would happen if we put the bag in a room with no light?
• How are our bodies similar to the seeds?
• What do the roots of the plant do?
• How long does it take for beans to germinate?
• How fast or slow did your beans grow (germination rate)?

This experiment is a great way to show kids how flowers and some of our fruits and vegetables can grow.

No messy soil or holes need to be dug. No flower pots spilling on the floor. Your kiddos hands will stay clean (relatively anyway) and the growing can take place inside a classroom or even a kitchen.

The seed in a bag activity can be used during a unit on plants or introducing lifecycles.

In addition to learning about growth here are some more ideas for what you can teach about using the germinating seeds in a paper towel experiment:

• Observing similarities and differences
• Predicting what might happen
• Identifying uses of a plant
• Documenting (drawing or writing) growth

Why Is It Important For Kids To Conduct Experiments?

Besides the fact that kids love exploring, there are so many other reasons you should do experiments with your child.

Observational Skills

Conducting experiments with your kids helps them to become more observant about the world around them. It also encourages higher order thinking and asking questions. Have your child tell you about their germinated bean seed.

Problem-Solving

Problem-solving is a task that children will use every day. In experiments, students problem-solve by brainstorming and trying different things. Why did my plant not grow? Maybe I added too much water. Let’s try again!

Increases Vocabulary

By observing and taking note of changes, children will build upon their vocabulary to note colors, sizes, shapes, textures and smells. Ask your students to explain how to plant a germinated bean.

Understand the Life Cycle

Starting as seeds and ending with bean plants shows the process the beans in a bag go through. Children can see where some of our food comes from while watching dry beans grow into green beans.

How To Create The Germination Seed Bag

Before starting the experiment, soak your bean seeds overnight in water. This will sort of “wake up” the seeds and get them ready to germinate. You’ll get faster results if you pre-soak your bean seeds this way. Drain the seeds before placing them in the bag.

Dampen a paper towel and fold it into the bag.

Place the seeds along one side of the bag, pressing them against the paper towel. Seal the bag tightly, and hang in a window using tape.

Make sure the beans are visible on the side of the window where the kids will be observing their seeds sprout.

Wait 24 hours. You should be able to see the seeds start to pop open and sprout after this time.

Within 3 days to a week, you’ll have fully sprouted seeds! In a few more days, you’ll see the leaves start to emerge.

At this point, your beans are ready to move to the soil. Plant them in a rainboot garden, or another small planter and watch them continue to grow!

Extend the Activity:

Sequencing cards.

Take pictures of your child’s bean through each stage of growth. Print and laminate the pictures and have your child put them in the correct growth sequence.

Create a Book

Use pictures taken from the beans’ growth to create a book. Let your child decide if the story will be fictional or nonfiction.

Take the remainder of the beans and use them for a name activity. Have your child glue the beans onto each letter of their written name.

Sensory Bin

Use different types of beans and seeds in your sensory bin. You can include shovels, plastic pots, fake flowers and pretend vegetables.

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Where can you buy pinto beans for this experiment? Can I just by some at the grocery store like a bag of Goya beans?

Yes, pinto beans are sold at most grocery stores.

Once I put it in soil how much water should I put? And how many times?

I would suggest Googling how to transplant beans to the garden since I am very much not a gardening expert. 🙂

What about apple seeds? Would that work?

I don’t think that apple seeds would work the same, but you can always test it out. Or do two kinds of seeds and compare the results! Let us know how it goes!

Hi! I’m wondering what type of soil to put them in after they sprout? We did this experiment and they’re sprouting super quick! & should I continue to leave them in the window? 🙂

I honestly have never tried to plant them after this experiment. You could try putting them in a pot and see what happens!

Yes, pinto beans. Kidney bean did not sprout at all, lima bean maybe will sprout, but pinto bean ready to plant (I think).

Doing this experiment during remote learning with my 4th grade students. Some are reporting ‘smelly beans’. Is this normal? Honestly, sometimes life is smelly!

I’m imagining that they are opening their ziploc bag…lol! We have had our newest attempt at this experiment hanging from our dishwasher for a month and I can’t smell anything, but the original seeds look mushy in the bag, so they probably would smell if we opened the bag.

Do you need to keep paper towel damp all days? What if it dries out ?

The towel should stay damp inside your bag. We’ve been doing it again and have had the towel in the bag for 7 days and I can visible see water droplets from across the room. 🙂

Just curious, because I’m sure my child will want to keep his beans alive, does anyone know how to properly transfer these to soil after?

In this activity we have only grown the beans in the bag and thrown them away afterward. You could try to separate them and continue to grow them in small pots. In which case, you would want to bury the bean and roots and let the sprout stay above the dirt. Let us know how it goes!

What about pepper seeds? We put those in a bag with a wet paper towel seven days ago with no luck.

I can only confirm what we tried. 🙂

I have had pepper seeds grow wonderfully in kindergarten but in soil.

My son’s class used mason jars instead of baggies, but his pepper seeds have successfully sprouted. It probably took close to a week before we saw activity. We are hoping to transfer them to soil and see if they survive Mommy’s black thumb. 😉

The peppers may take longer to grow. We planted some strawberry seeds on Earth Day and it just started to grow.

Also, I only put 3 or 4 dried beans in the bag. (Too many make it complicated to follow each root, etc.) Most pinto beans will germinate, and you do NOT need to soak them over night! They will germinate in 2 to 3 days. Be sure to warn your children not to press or squish the soft beans (seeds), because they will become very fragile as they start to germinate and sprout. This is one of my all-time favorite activities! We all get super excited to see the “magic” of life!!

Dried pinto beans work GREAT! That’s what I use for my Kindergarten class every year!!

can you use pinto beans?

I have not tried it, but any fresh beans should work. I cannot vouch for the quality of the experiment with dried beans.

dried beans will work thats what im yousing

Dried beans work just the same , they just take longer to sprout ! =)

23 Ideas for Science Experiments Using Plants

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Plants are tremendously crucial to life on earth. They are the foundation of food chains in almost every ecosystem. Plants also play a significant role in the environment by influencing climate and producing life-giving oxygen. Plant project studies allow us to learn about plant biology and potential usage for plants in other fields such as medicine, agriculture, and biotechnology. The following plant project ideas provide suggestions for topics that can be explored through experimentation.

Plant Project Ideas

• Do magnetic fields affect plant growth?
• Do different colors of light affect the direction of plant growth?
• Do sounds (music, noise, etc.) affect plant growth?
• Do different colors of light affect the rate of photosynthesis ?
• What are the effects of acid rain on plant growth?
• Do household detergents affect plant growth?
• Can plants conduct electricity?
• Does cigarette smoke affect plant growth?
• Does soil temperature affect root growth?
• Does caffeine affect plant growth?
• Does water salinity affect plant growth?
• Does artificial gravity affect seed germination?
• Does freezing affect seed germination?
• Does burned soil affect seed germination?
• Does seed size affect plant height?
• Does fruit size affect the number of seeds in the fruit?
• Do vitamins or fertilizers promote plant growth?
• Do fertilizers extend plant life during a drought?
• Does leaf size affect plant transpiration rates?
• Can plant spices inhibit bacterial growth ?
• Do different types of artificial light affect plant growth?
• Does soil pH affect plant growth?
• Do carnivorous plants prefer certain insects?
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Fastest Growing Seeds for Science Projects

Posted on Last updated: October 14, 2023

Are you looking for fun classroom science projects or maybe you want to entertain your children during those long summer days? Young children (and older kids) always enjoy growing seeds, but it can seem like a very time-consuming process. But, many fast-growing plants make science experiments much easier! Here are a bunch of suggestions to help your young scientist learn about the scientific method and maybe even grow an edible plant! 

Fastest Growing Plants

The science fair project you have been putting off is due within the next few days! You decide to experiment using seeds and quickly run to the store to find and buy the best seeds for the experiment. But what type of plant or type of seed will grow in time? 

Here are some of the fast germinating seeds:

• sunflower seeds
• sweet alyssum
• radish seeds
• pinto beans
• vegetable seeds
• morning glories
• green beans
• pumpkin seeds
• lettuce seeds

These seeds show quick growth and are the best choice if you want to create a beautiful gift or project! 

Reasons Seeds Won’t Germinate

Before starting any experiment mentioned below, it is best to know why your seeds are not growing, even if you purchased or planted some of them. 

• You used old seeds.
• You didn’t use new cups or containers for your experiment.
• The temperature was too hot or too cold.
• Seeds are not getting enough oxygen (seed coat/outer coat needs to break to receive oxygen)

These are just a few reasons your fast germinating seeds may not be growing.

Seed Experiments

There are so many seed projects in the world, and many experiments can be done very quickly and easily. Here are some great ways to use seeds for science. 

Seed Exploration

Before planting the seeds, younger kids cans explore the seeds.  They can notice different colors, sizes, shapes, and more. Looking at different seeds will help with their observation skills. Have them answer questions like “Do larger seeds grow larger plants?” 

Plastic Bag Sprouts

One way to explore the seed and plant parts after it sprouts is the seed in a bag experiment. All you need is a Ziploc bag, wet paper towel, and seed of your choice. Put the wet paper towel into the plastic bag. Then put it on the side of the paper towel. You will be able to see up close and personal the seed sprouting and all the different parts of the plant. 

If you decide to set this experiment up with different seed types, observe how long it takes the outer coat or seed coat to pop off and a sprout to grow. It is a great way to see germination and how long each seed takes to germinate or grow. If you are interested in trying it with flowers, here are 10 flowers to grow with kids . 

Soil Experiment 

After deciding which seeds to plant, a great idea is to try different types of soil and see which one helps the seed grow the quickest. Make sure to give each seed the same amount of water daily and observe the germination process. Do not use different seeds in the plastic cups. 

Some specific types of soil you may use are: 

• Potting soil
• Citrus and cactus soil
• Fruit and vegetable soil 

Let the seeds grow for a bit and see if they start to look different depending on their soil type. Did some grow larger? Did some flower faster?   

Water Experiment 

Seeds need different things to grow, and you can easily test the amount of water necessary for the fastest-growing seeds to grow. There are other ways to test seeds and how much water they need.  You may change the amount of water you give each seed, or maybe you give warm water, hot water, and cold water to different fast-sprouting seeds and see which one grows fastest or if it even matters. 

You could even use different liquids to see if the seeds will sprout—soda, apple juice, coffee, etc. 

Growing Conditions

This experiment involves some fast growing seeds, a black plastic bag, a sunny window, water, and paper or plastic cups. 

Plant seeds in some cups and put one or more cups into a black plastic bag. Plant more seeds and put those in the sunny window. You could also use a grow light if you do not have a sunny window. See what happens as the plants grow. You’ll see a big difference between the plant grown in the right conditions and the plant grown in the black plastic bag. You’ll quickly see how seeds make their own food and not just use the soil, sun, and water to grow! 

With this experiment, you’ll still see plant growth, whether the plants are in the black plastic bag or just in the window. But the growth will look very different! Wheat or grass seeds work best for this experiment.

Hours of Light

Another way to experiment with fast sprouting seeds is to change the hours of light the seeds receive. An example is giving some seeds 5 hours of natural light while only giving other seeds 2 hours of natural light. You can determine the number of hours that work best for you when you start the experiment. Putting the seeds into a closet is a great way to remove natural light. Don’t just move them away from the window a little; you want them in complete darkness when not in the sun. 

Slowest Seeds vs. Fastest Seeds

Grab some of the fastest seeds, and see which grow the fastest and slowest when given the proper care. You will also test which seeds have the quickest growth. Grab little rulers and put them into the soil. This way, you can keep track of measurements as the seeds grow taller! 

There are just a couple of the best ideas for easy seed experiments or activities. When figuring out which experiment to do, always consider what resources and supplies you have at home. Seed experiments are simple and fun to do whether you have a science fair in a few days or are looking for some fun during the summer. You can also make a DIY miniature greenhouse to grow your seeds or give these easy veggies to grow with kids a try. 

Download and print our FREE scientific method worksheet for kids to guide you through the experiment. 

Plants Science Experiments & Teaching How Plants Grow

I love doing plant experiments and sprouting seeds with young children in the spring. Not only do they get excited to see how plants grow but planting seeds also teaches them patience and how to wait for gratification which is very important in this fast-paced, instant gratification world in which we now live.  In this post I’m sharing some of my favorites from over the years.

What Liquid is Best for Growing Seeds? Experiment

This experiment tests what type of liquid is best for growing seeds and can be done using a wide variety of liquids. Since we already discussed that plants need water to grow, we first tested different types of water to see if it made a difference. We decided to test tap water, bottled water, sugar water (1 cup of water with 1 Tbsp sugar), and salt water (1 cup water with 1 Tbsp salt). I used grass seed for this experiment because it sprouts fairly quickly but you can use bean seeds (lima beans soaked overnight in water work well) or any other type of seed you wish.

We added the same amount of soil and seed to each cup and labeled them.  We then measured out the same amount of water for each cup and watered the seeds with the different types of water and set them by the window. Students make predictions as to which one they feel will work best.

We observed the seeds for 5 days and were a little surprised that the bottled water didn’t grow as well as the tap water. The tap water grew the best, followed by the bottled water, the sugar water had a few blades come up, and the salt water did not have any.

When looking at the label of the bottled water we found that additional ingredients are added (calcium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, and magnesium sulfate) which most likely lead to mineral imbalances in the soil that slowed growth. Liquids with very high sugar or salt levels can actually pull water away from the plant or seed rather than allowing the water to be absorbed. In conclusion, simple pure tap water worked best.

We then do the experiment with liquids other than water to see if another type of liquid could be used if water isn’t available. You can use any liquids you have on hand, just make sure that one of them is water to use as the comparison. We have tried vinegar, oil, rubbing alcohol, lemon juice. As expected, water always works best.  Last year students had the idea to test liquids that we drink to see if plants would drink them too. I thought this was very creative! We tested vitamin water, pop (soda), and juice.

We added the same amount of soil and seed to each cup and labeled them.  We then measured out the same amount of liquid for each cup and watered the seeds with the different types of liquids and set them by the window. Students made predictions as to which liquid they feel would work best.

We observed them for a week. Our results were that water was best, followed by the vitamin water. Neither the juice or pop had any sprouts.

Using liquids that are very acidic or very alkaline lead to mineral imbalances in the soil that will kill plants or slow growth.  Liquids with very high sugar or salt levels can actually pull water away from the plant or seed rather than allowing the water to be absorbed.

I have students record their results.

How Plants Drink Science Experiment

This experiment has been around for years and is a great way to  demonstrate to students how plants get water from their roots all the way up to their leaves.

It is very simple to set up. Celery stalks that have leaves at the top work best. The stalks on the inside of the bundle of celery usually have the most leaves.

Cut about an inch or so off the bottom of the celery stalks.

Fill each container about halfway with water and drop 10-15 drops of food coloring in each glass.  Place the celery stalks in the water.

I also like to do a split stalk one. Cut one stalk in half part way up and place one half in one color and the other in a different color.

Observe the celery at the end of the school day.  You may see a little color in the stalk or the leaves. Observe them again the next day and you should see color in the leaves.  After 48 hours you will really notice changes and color in the stalks and leaves showing that the water traveled up through the stalk to the leaves.

The split celery stalk should show the separate colors on each side and then a mix of the colors in the leaves in the middle. In the pictures below the blue is on the left, red on the right, and some purple leaves in the center.

You can cut open the stalks to allow students to see the small tubes inside the stalks that carried up the colored water to the leaves.

After cutting open the celery we discuss the results. I introduce some bigger vocabulary to them when we talk about the science behind the experiment, but I basically just want them to understand that the water travels up the stem through tiny tubes to the leaves.  Here is a simple explanation:

The Science Behind It:

This experiment demonstrates how plants use capillary action to draw water up their stems. Capillary action is the process in which a liquid, like water, moves up something solid, like the tubes (xylem) in the stem.  The leaves help pull the water up the xylem through transpiration. The leaves have little holes that let out the water that the plant is done using. This makes room for more water to come rushing up through the stem.

I have students record their observations by coloring the celery on their recording page (I created pages with the celery already drawn to make it easier for my young students).  Then they write what they learned along the bottom.

Do Plants Need Light? Experiment

This experiment tests whether plants need light to grow.  You can choose to plant 2 containers of seeds and set one in direct sunlight near a window and one in complete darkness OR plant 3 containers and set one in complete sunlight near a window, one in partial light, and one in complete darkness (it is important that there is NO light).

Plant the same number of seeds in each container with the same amount of soil and label each container.

Have students help you decide the best places in the room to place each container (by a sunny window, in a closet that gets NO light, in a file cabinet drawer, on a shelf in partial light, inside a closed box, etc.)

Observe the containers for about 2 weeks (or however long it takes to see growth) watering as needed.  At the end of the experiment, put the containers side by side and discuss the results.

We do 3 containers – one by the window in full sunlight, one on a shelf that gets partial light, and one in the back of the closet behind a box.

The one near the window shows the most growth, the one in the partial light has growth on the side of the container that received partial light and grows towards the light, the container in total darkness has no growth.

Plants need light to grow because it is an important part of photosynthesis, the process plants use to convert carbon dioxide and water into food. Without light, photosynthesis does not work properly and therefore the plant does not get enough food.  However, not all plants need the same amount of sunlight. There are types of plants that need a lot of bright sunshine and some that can survive with only a little light, but in the absence of ALL light plants will not survive. If you had a seed sprout in the dark, it may have used energy stored up in the seed to begin growing but it will not continue to grow without light.

I have students record their results on recording pages.

Growing Grass Science Activity

Growing grass is a great activity to do with young children because it is easy to plant and grows fairly quickly. It also teaches them about the needs of plants and develops patience because they have to wait for the results and observe changes over time.

A fun option that I like to do is put faces on the cups or containers and have the grass be the face’s hair.  You can glue on actual photos of the students’ faces or have them draw faces on the cup or use accessories such as wiggle eyes. You can also do this activity around St. Patrick’s Day and put leprechaun faces on the containers and grow green leprechaun “hair”.

I have students use plastic spoons to fill their cups about ¾ full with dirt/soil. Then have them sprinkle grass seed on top of the dirt. There is no need to measure out the seed, however I usually tell students to cover the dirt with seed (the more seed, the more grass that will grow).  Then have them cover the seeds with a small amount of dirt.

Lastly, I have students water their seeds with a spray bottle. I like using a spray bottle because it prevents over watering (and then once the grass “hair” starts to grow, students pretend the water is hairspray lol).

I have students help determine the best location in the room for their grass seed (next to a sunny window) and guess how many days they think it will take for their grass to grow.

We usually see some type of growth by day 3 or so.

Once it sprouts the grass grows fairly quickly.

I’ve done several different activities with students. One is having them predict how long they think it will take their grass to grow and then recording the actual results.

We practice measurement skills by measuring how tall the grass has grown.

After students’ grass hair grows, I let cut their hair with scissors and then estimate how long they think it will be until it grows back.

Growing Bean Sprouts

This is another experiment that has been around for years but is a wonderful way for students to observe beans sprouting and see what happens underground when a seed is planted.

I have done this experiment 3 different ways.

Growing Beans in a Jar

This is a good method to use if you want to do a class experiment and you do NOT want each student to grow their own seeds.

Stuff a large jar with paper towels.  Students can help.

Slowly pour some water in the jar to wet the paper towels but do not flood it.  If you have any excess water at the bottom pour it out. You want the paper towels to be damp not soaking wet.

Push your seeds down in between the jar and paper towels and make sure they are firmly in place (a snug fit between the jar and towels).

Place several seeds around each side of the jar.  Place the jar near a sunny window.

Check on the jar daily.  You should see a root come out of the seed first within 3 days.  If you used bean seeds you should be able to observe the plant until it grows to the top of the jar.

I like having students keep plant journals because they improve their observation and recording skills and give them a record of the seed’s growth. Students do a recording page for each observation.

Sprouting Beans in Baggies on a Sunny Window

This method requires a bright sunny window on which you can hang baggies that contain the seeds.  You are making a plastic baggie “greenhouse” for the seeds.  You can choose to have each student plant their own beans in their own baggie or plant a few baggies as a class.  If you choose to have students do their own seeds and baggies, it’s a good idea to plant extra seeds in case some students’ seeds do not grow.  If this happens, switch out the seeds when students are not there to ensure that each child has at least one bean that sprouts.

If doing individual bags for each student, have students write their name on their baggie with a marker. Optional: you can also have them write the date. If doing a class experiment, you can write the date on the baggies.

For each baggie, place a dampened, folded paper towel along the bottom. It should have a fair amount of water but not be soaking or dripping wet.

Place one or several bean seeds between the paper towel and the baggie.

Tape or Sticky Tac them on a bright, sunny window.

Check them daily.  You should see a root come out of the seed first within 3 days.

I have students keep plant journals similar to the one shown above but the recording pages are slightly different. I have the baggie already drawn for them to make it easier. Students can also upload real photos to Pic Collage and complete their journals using the app.

Growing Seeds in a Greenhouse on a Window

This method is the same as the baggie method shown above except students make a greenhouse from construction paper and place their baggie in the opening.

Hang them on a sunny window and make daily observations.

The journal pages I use for this method have the greenhouse already drawn to make it easier for students to record results.

We take the bean plants that have grown to the top of the jar or baggies and carefully put them in soil. I explain to students that the plant needs the support and nutrients from soil to continue to grow larger.

What Do Plants Need to Grow? Pages

I like using these pages to check individual student understanding of what plants need to grow.  On the first page they have to circle the correct pictures. On the second page they unscramble the words and write the correct words on the lines.

If you would like to use the printables, activities, word wall cards, label cards, play dough recipe, and more with your students they are available in my  Plants & Flowers Science Activities resource .  It also includes experiments for plants & seeds, step by step directions with photos for easy set-up, plant journal pages, and more.  Click here  to see complete details and photos of each activity.

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12 FUN PLANT AND SEED LEARNING ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS

By: Author Agnes Hsu

Posted on Last updated: February 22, 2018

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I’m seeing more sunny days lately and finally the chill of winter waning which means only one thing – spring is open season! I love springtime with the kids because it symbolizes growth and new beginnings. Not to mention, more reasons to be outdoors before summer’s hot days are upon us. Each year, the kids and I plant a few new plants in our little backyard wooden planters. If you don’t have access to a yard or planters, there are plenty of ways to get your kids learning about plants and seeds, indoors and out. Here are some of our favorite ideas to get you started!

Kid-Made Macrame Planters (via hello, Wonderful ) Planting succulents are a great beginning planting project for kids as they’re sturdy plants that are easy to take care of. Find out how to make colorful yarn macrames to hang them up – a fun, fine motor skills activity to learn how to tie knots.

Make Mini Terrariums (via hello, Wonderful ) Host a terrarium party for kids to make their own mini terrariums with magical fairies and characters in them. The kids loved making these and they last forever near a window with some regular watering.

Make a Fairy Garden (via Nurture Store ) An outdoor fairy garden is a special way to encourage imaginative thinking and play. This tutorial walks you through the countless ways to make a magical garden to house your child’s creative thinking.

Plant and Flower Learning (via A Little Pinch of Perfect ) Explore, dissect, learn and write – these are all the skills your little ones will practice in this sweet outdoor project all about plants and flowers (free printable included).

Eggshell Seed Starter (via A Simple Pantry ) Easter’s just ended so you may be sick of seeing eggshells, but this one’s too simple and cool not to share. Let kids plant their own seeds with these adorable natural planters.

Make Plantable Seed Paper (via Alpha Mom ) Here’s an environmentally friendly activity you can feel good about doing with your kids. Find out how to recycle paper into pretty plantable seed paper you can hand out as gifts or plant to grow new ones!

Seed Science Experiment (via Pink Stripey Socks ) This sweet and simple science experiment encourages eating fruits and examining different seeds in a bright and artsy collage you can make along with your kid.

Happy Painted Pots (via Classic Play ) Kids may be more interested in planting their own indoor flowers if they have a happy pot they can paint! I love these cheerful faces for inspiration for you and the kids to get started.

Garden Sensory Bin (via Plain Vanilla Mom ) For toddlers or little ones who can’t quite get messy with real plants and dirt, this colorful garden sensory bin has everything they need to make a pretend play garden and get them ready for the real thing soon.

Make Seed Bombs in Eggshells (via Inner Child Fun ) Here’s another clever version of making seed bombs, this time in blown out eggs to scatter seeds and watch them grow in unexpected places! A fun spring activity you can make right along with the kids.

What are your favorite planting activities to do with the kids? Take a look at more kid-friendly spring projects here !

Agnes Hsu is a mom of three and has been inspiring parents and kids to get creative with easy activities and family friendly recipes for over 10 years. She shares her love for creative play and kids food to her 2MM+ followers online. Agnes' commitment to playful learning and kindness has not only raised funds for charity but also earned features in prestigious nationwide publications.

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A Dozen Ways to Study Seeds with STEM Experiments

Every spring I get the urge to sprout some seeds on the window sill and watch them grow. It’s a great way to slip a little science into your everyday life — and kids love to watch the progress.

The Bigger the Seed, the Bigger the Sprout

Larger seeds, like beans and sunflowers are the best to use for seed growing experiments when you want to observe sprouting. Not only are they easier for little hands to grab and plant, their size makes for larger roots and sprouts.

Best Seeds for Speed

Pinto beans are not only large, but they sprout quickly and easily — as fast as 4 days! Lima beans can also sprout as fast as 6 days.

Cucumber seeds will sprout in 5 to 10 days. Bonus: you can plant them in your garden after watching them sprout. Now you can watch a plant produce flowers & fruit…well, a veggie anyway.

Best Seeds for Egg Heads and Grass Experiments

If you’re making an Egg Head or my Minecraft Grass Block, you’ll want fast growing GRASS seeds. We like to use Ryegrass. It can sprout in 5 to 10 days making it the speediest grass seed.

Tip: if you don’t need grass for your lawn, visit a Feed Mill or Garden Center that sells grass by the scoop. You can save a lot of money when you can limit your purchase to a half cup! Local tip: I purchased a dollar’s worth of ryegrass from the Valley Park Elevator — it’s still way more than I need, but so much cheaper than a $14 bag at Walmart.

Watercress and Chia are also a fun seeds to use for Egg Heads–you’ll get a nice head of curly locks!

Spring is the Best time to Start Experiments

You can start a seed growing experiment any time of year, but spring has it’s advantages. Spring is when garden centers — and big box stores like Walmart and Target — bring out seed packets, garden supplies and even kits.

You can certainly start your experiment in the summer or winter months, but you may have a harder time finding seed packets.

Seed Growing Experiments

Science and nature collide in these awesome Seed Growing STEM experiments. Start one on your window sill today!

Seed Germination Experiment in a Jar

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Sunflower Seed Experiment in a Cup

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Observing Seed Germination in a Plastic Bag

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STEM: Soda Bottle Green House

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Planting Seeds In Eggshells

Kids can observe how seeds grow in dirt when you try this experiment.

Experimenting with Dirt

Kids can study the science of dirt! Sounds like a great idea for a Science Fair Project!

Plant Race for Kids

This brilliant mom got her kid interested in the science of gardening by hold a seed race.

Eric Carle Inspired Preschool Seed Experiment

Here's a great STEM experiment for preschoolers, inspired by Eric Carle!

Sprout Heads & Sunshine

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Grow Your Own "Jack & the Beanstalk" with LEGOS

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100 Last-Day-of-School Activities Your Students Will Love!

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33 Free Plant Life Cycle Activities That Grow the Learning Fun

Cultivate a love of the natural world.

Looking for creative plant life cycle activities? We have 33 fun and free teaching ideas including videos, hands-on experiments, printables, and more. Your students will love learning about the plant life cycle and how they can help plants grow and thrive.

1. Read The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle

Eric Carle’s The Tiny Seed is one of the best plant life cycle references for little ones. Listen to it for story time, then use the book as a springboard for further activities.

2. Start with an anchor chart

Have your students help you create an anchor chart of the plant life cycle, then post it in your classroom for reference as you do some hands-on learning.

Learn more: Plant Anchor Chart at First Grade Fanatic on Pinterest

3. Discover how a seed grows into a plant

If you need a strong video to kick off a lesson about seeds or the plant life cycle, this video is a good place to start.

4. See it grow in slow-mo

Check out this time-lapse video that shows the fascinating details of how a plant’s root system grows quickly over the course of a few days. After this, kids will definitely want to see it happen for themselves!

5. Spin a plant life cycle wheel

Grab the free printables and watch this video to learn how to turn them into an interactive learning tool with paper plates.

Learn more: Plant Life Cycle Printables at We Are Teachers

6. Germinate in a jar

This is one of those classic plant life cycle activities every kid should try. Grow a bean seed in wet paper towels up against the side of a glass jar. Students will be able to see the roots form, the sprout take off, and the seedling reach for the sky!

Learn more: Germination Jars at How Wee Learn

7. Build a sprout house

This is another great idea for watching seeds sprout. For this one, all you need is a sunny window (no soil required).

Learn more: Sprout House at Playdough to Plato

8. Sort sprouted seeds

As your seeds begin to grow, sort and draw the various stages. Little ones can learn simple vocab like root, sprout, and seedling. Older students can tackle advanced terms like cotyledon, monocot, and dicot.

Learn more: Seed Sorting at Montessori Nature

9. Conduct a plant dissection experiment

Using magnifying glasses and tweezers, students will dissect flowers or food plants to learn the different parts. Handy tip: You don’t need separate plants for every student. Bring in one plant and give each student a different part.

Learn more: Plant Dissection at Royal, Baloo, and Logi Bear Too

10. Create living art with cress

Watercress is fun to watch because it grows very quickly on damp cotton. Try growing it as “hair,” or sow the seeds to create patterns or letters.

Learn more: Watercress Growing at The Imagination Tree

11. Sprout sweet potatoes

Not every plant needs seeds to reproduce! Grow a sweet potato to learn about a different kind of plant life cycle.

Learn more: Sprouting Sweet Potatoes at Pre-K Pages

12. Discover why seeds have coats

Seed coats provide protection, but what happens if you remove them? Go hands-on and find out in this interesting experiment.

Learn more: Seed Coating Experiment at Gift of Curiosity

13. Sculpt the plant life cycle in clay

Can’t grow a plant yourself? Sculpt one from clay instead! Watch this Claymation video for inspiration, then pull out the Play-Doh and get to work!

14. Don’t forget about pollinators!

Seed-bearing plants require pollination, often helped along by insects like bees and butterflies. This pipe cleaner activity shows little ones how pollination works.

Learn more: Pipe Cleaner Pollinators at Around the Kampfire

15. Grow an avocado

Did you know that an avocado seed has a fault line? Learn this and more in this DIY activity that teaches kids how to grow their own avocado plant.

Learn more: Grow an Avocado at Generation Genius

16. Explode a seed pod

Plants that rely on seeds as part of their life cycle need to ensure they spread far and wide. Some plants even have exploding seed pods that help the process along! Learn about them in this cool activity.

Learn more: Seed Pods Activity at Around the Kampfire

17. Display a life cycle bulletin board

We love how clean and easy to understand this plant life cycle bulletin board is. And those colorful flowers are a fantastic touch!

Source: Life Cycle Bulletin Board at Leslie Anderson on Pinterest

18. Go outside to conduct a plant study

After reading a story about what botanists do, students head outside to do a little field work themselves. Not only will they learn a lot, they may help clean up the school grounds!

Learn more: Going on a Plant Field Study at Firstieland

19. Create a plant life cycle hat

Get some practice sequencing as you cut out and paste together this sweet little topper. Kids will love wearing it as they learn.

Learn more: Plant Life Cycle Hats at Herding Kats in Kindergarten

20. Learn how seeds spread

Using a piece of paper and a paper clip, students will make a model of a maple seed. After they launch their seeds, they can watch them spin to the ground like helicopters.

Learn more: Make a Seed Model at Generation Genius

21. Fold a flower flip-book

The petals of this free printable flower unfold to reveal the stages of a plant’s life cycle. So clever!

Learn more: Flower Flip-Book at Teaching Momster

22. Diagram paper plants with shredded soil

This plant life cycle diagram uses paper shreds for soil, a cupcake liner for the flower, and more smart little details that kids will really appreciate.

Learn more: Diagram Paper Plants at Cara Carroll

23. Leaf chromatography

The different colors found in leaves are created by different chemicals—chlorophyll, flavonoids, carotenoids, and anthocyanins. In this experiment, students will see if they can get the pigments in the leaves to separate through chromatography so they can take a closer look at the colors found inside leaves.

Learn more: Leaf Chromatography at A Little Pinch of Perfect

24. Paint with chlorophyll

Integrate art into your plant life cycle activities! In this activity, students learn the importance of chlorophyll and its role in how a plant makes its own food.

Learn more: Paint With Chlorophyll at Around the Kampfire 

25. Try a digital flip-book

Learning online? This free digital activity includes a printable version for kids to complete at home, but it can also be completed virtually to save paper.

Learn more: Digital Flip-Books  at Conversations in Literacy

26. Compare soils

Plants need many things to grow, including sunlight, water, and food. In this experiment, students will see which plant grows better, one in plain soil or one in fertilized soil.

Learn more: Plant Growth Conditions at Generation Genius

27. Regrow kitchen scraps

Here’s another project showing that not every plant needs seeds. Save kitchen scraps and try regrowing them, with or without soil.

Learn more: Regrow Kitchen Scraps at A Piece of Rainbow

28. Plant seeds in ice cream cones

Learn how to use 100% biodegradable ice cream cones as planters for seedlings. There’s a trick to making it work!

Learn more: Ice Cream Cone Seedling Garden at Smart School House

29. Make a sunny sunflower

Make 3D sunflowers with fold-out leaves that teach the life cycle of the sunflower. Then, try growing your own !

30. Do a plant-life-cycle book study

Break your students into small groups and have each group read one of these stories, then share what they learned with the class. From how plants grow and where our food comes from to the amazing power of seeds, your students will eat up these interesting stories.

Learn more: Plant Life Cycle Books at What I Have Learned

31. Learn what germination means

This easy-to-follow and fun-to-watch video teaches kids all about germination—the process of the growth of a seed into a plant.

32. Keep a plant journal

What better way to learn about the plant life cycle than with careful observation? Every few days after you plant your seeds, students will draw and label the changes that they see in their growing plant.

Learn more: Plant Journal at Chalkboard Chatterbox

33. Learn the “Parts of a Plant Song”

Roots, stem, leaves, and flowers! This catchy tune will help your young learners understand the parts of a plant in a memorable way.

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Top 17 Plant Science Experiments: Exploring Plant Growth

Join us as we embark on a journey of scientific exploration, unveiling the wonders of plant life one experiment at a time.

We have selected the best plant-related science experiments for this collection. These hands-on, educational activities are suitable for students of all age groups and not only satiate our curiosity about the natural world but also anchor our understanding of ecology and biology.

Let’s get started, and hopefully, this botanical journey will inspire a lifelong appreciation for the marvels of mother nature.

1. Grow Your Own Plants

This experiment offers an immersive learning experience, allowing students to witness firsthand the stages of plant growth, understand the requirements for healthy development, and observe the effects of various environmental factors.

2. Chlorophyll Paintings

“Chlorophyll Paintings” offers an innovative and artistic approach to plant science experimentation that both students and teachers should explore.

This unique experiment combines the worlds of biology and art, allowing participants to create captivating masterpieces while exploring the wonders of chlorophyll, the pigment responsible for a plant’s green color.

Learn more: Chlorophyll Paintings

3. Color Changing Flowers

This experiment provides an excellent opportunity to explore the process of water uptake in plants and how it affects the distribution of pigments within the flowers.

Learn more: Color Changing Flowers

4. Low-Prep Flower Dissection

“Low-Prep Flower Dissection” presents an accessible and engaging plant science experiment that is ideal for both students and teachers seeking hands-on learning experiences with minimal preparation.

This experiment offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate anatomy of flowers and the functions of their various parts.

Learn more: Low-Prep Flower Dissection

5. Acid Rain Science

“Acid Rain Science” presents an impactful and relevant plant science experiment that offers valuable insights into the environmental effects of acid rain.

Students and teachers should engage in this experiment to understand the detrimental consequences of pollution on plant life and ecosystems.

6. Reveal a Plant’s Vascular System

“Reveal a Plant’s Vascular System” offers an exciting and enlightening plant science experiment that allows students and teachers to explore the hidden wonders of a plant’s circulatory system.

Learn more: Reveal a Plant’s Vascular System

7. Make Oxygen at Home

Through the process of photosynthesis, plants convert carbon dioxide into oxygen, a vital component for supporting life on Earth.

This experiment offers a unique opportunity to understand the connection between plants, photosynthesis, and the oxygen we breathe.

8. How Water Travels Through Leaves

Students and teachers should engage in this experiment to gain a deeper understanding of how plants absorb and distribute water, while also exploring the concepts of transpiration and the importance of water in plant survival.

Learn more: How Water Travels Through Leaves

9. Growing a Bean Plant

By following simple steps, participants can cultivate their own bean plants and observe the stages of germination, root development, and leaf growth.

This experiment offers an excellent opportunity to explore plant anatomy, photosynthesis, and the importance of environmental factors for healthy plant growth.

10. Easy Seed Sprouting

“Easy Seed Sprouting” offers a simple yet rewarding plant science experiment that students and teachers should embrace to witness the wonder of seed germination and plant growth.

Learn more: Easy Seed Sprouting

11. Leaf Color Chromatography

By conducting this experiment, participants can explore the fascinating world of pigments and chromatography, gaining a deeper understanding of the diverse hues present in plant leaves.

12. How to Revive Any Dying Plant

This experiment offers a hands-on opportunity to understand the factors influencing plant health and to develop skills in plant care and problem-solving.

By exploring various techniques such as adjusting watering schedules, providing appropriate light exposure, and optimizing soil conditions, participants can revive and rejuvenate struggling plants.

13. Make Your Own Fun Light Maze for Plants

By constructing a maze using various light sources, participants can investigate how plants respond to different light conditions and orientations.

14. How Plants Breathe

By engaging in this experiment, participants can gain a deeper understanding of how plants exchange gases and respire, just like humans and animals.

Through this experiment, students will discover the importance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in plant metabolism and growth.

15. The Color-Changing Celery Experiment

This experiment provides a unique opportunity to witness the movement of water and the transportation of pigments through the xylem vessels of celery stalks.

16. Growing Seeds in Eggshells

This experiment not only promotes sustainable practices by repurposing waste materials but also provides an opportunity to explore the principles of seed germination, root development, and plant nutrition.

Learn more: Growing Seeds in Eggshells

17. Make a 3D Flower Model with Parts

By constructing a three-dimensional model using various materials, participants can explore the different parts of a flower and their functions.

Learn more: Make a 3D Flower Model with Parts

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Simple Seed Growing Experiment

This seed growing experiment is one of my favorites for so many reasons!

• It teaches kids about how plants grow.
• It gets them excited about vegetables (and fruit and flowers)!
• It’s simple and inexpensive.
• It’s genuinely incredible to watch these plants grow up close.

What you’ll need for this seed growing experiment:

• Clear cups (glass or plastic)
• Seeds of any kind
• Paper towels (about 2-4 sheets, depending on the size of your cup)
• Dry erase marker or permanent marker (to indicate the seeds on the cup)

First, pick out your seeds. We did pea, green bean, cantaloupe, radish and an assortment of wildflower seeds – but you can use any seeds you want! It was fun to take Finn to Lowe’s and have him pick out which seeds he wanted to grow.

Next, take your paper towels, wrap them around your hand so they form a tight spiral (so they can fit in the cup in an organized manner). Then, wet the paper towels so that they are moist but not soaking wet. They need to maintain some structure inside the cup. Then, place them in the cup so that they are snug against the edge of the glass. If the paper towels are falling down, just reinforce them with more damp paper towels.

Finally, stick the seeds on the outside of the paper towel so that you can see them through the glass. You can use your finger (or a pen) to create a small tunnel on the side of the paper towel so they can slide down the glass. You want to paper towel to be snug against the seed so that the seed gets the moisture from the paper towel. This will help it to germinate!

Then, mark your seeds (so you can remember what they are) and place in a sunny spot in the house! A central windowsill is a great spot so your kids can check on them every day.

If you’d like to make this into more of a formal experiment, here’s what we did:

Question: which seed will germinate (grow) the fastest.

Finn guessed that the green bean would grow the fastest because it was the largest. I “guessed” that the radish would germinate quickly because it was the smallest. (Also because I read online that it would! Ha!)

Keep track of the results and once the seeds have sprouted, you can do some more research with your little one about why they sprouted at the rate that they did . You could also have a “competition” on which seeds will grow the tallest or test different hypotheses based on how much sunlight or water your seeds are receiving.

Watching these seeds germinate was really amazing! It took a little patience at first, but once they sprouted I was amazed by how quickly they grew.

After they outgrow your cup, you can (very carefully) remove them from the glass cup and replant them. Note: the roots will grow into the paper towel so you have to be careful to gently detangle them.

We loved this planting experiment! It taught Finn so much about how seeds grow and the “story” behind our food. It’s such a wonderful way to involve our kiddos in healthy eating, too.

If you conduct this experiment, make sure to let me know which seeds you use and how it turns out! If you’re looking for more science experiments for preschoolers, check out this post:

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I am a follower of Jesus, wife to Tyler, mama to Finn & Justus. I blog about Christian Motherhood at mommyofmayhem.com.

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60+ Indoor and Outdoor Garden Craft Projects for Kids

Looking for projects you can do with kids out in the garden or even growing plants indoors? I’ve got you covered! With many folks suddenly homeschooling and keeping kids entertained in the home and yard, there are many enriching and fun ways to get crafty with plants. Whether you have a huge garden, a few raised beds, pots on the balcony, or just a windowsill, you can get some garden therapy and teach the next generation how to care for and love plants with these 60+ projects. 

Getting kids into the garden has been a long-time passion of mine.

I spent 5 years volunteer at a wonderful program that brings city kids to a farm once every 2 weeks for the entire school year to learn about growing food from seed, and even cooking with it! I then had my own mini gardener and developed garden education programs for him at home, at his daycare, and at his school programs.

Many of the projects I have shared on Garden Therapy span all ages, but as a single parent of a busy kiddo, I need my littlest Master Gardener to get outside with me so I can maintain my sanity (and his!). I suppose that’s why I have created so many crafty garden projects that give me garden therapy but also appeal to kids.

In my first foray to working with children in gardens was at the UBC Farm Intergenerational Landed Learning program, which is sadly now closed.

I fondly remember the delight in the children’s eyes, the way they ran off the bus, the exhaustion at the end of the day after playing in the garden – what life changing gift it was for us all! It’s such an amazing experience because of the growth and confidence that I got to see the kids develop over the year.

Gardening helps develop understanding and respect for nature, is good physical activity, and it’s FUN.

Before I had a child, I had plenty of family, neighbours, and friends with kids that I planted my garden for. I would invite them to explore with me. The delight that they can play in the space, but also have a taste of some garden-fresh goodies is a big draw. And I made many lifelong friends that way.

When it comes to the garden, the types of projects kids can do are endless. They can help to decorate the garden, use harvested materials in their creations, and experiment with greenery in their projects.

Kids bring a playful approach when it comes to gardening and this will definitely come through in their crafting projects.

Natural elements and crafting go together like bees and pollen! The garden offers ample room for creativity. If you don’t have all the materials you need, substitute what you can. Getting creative and adding your own spin is half the fun of garden crafting. Crafting outdoors with fresh air and plants will give you all the inspiration you need. At the very least, make sure you’re crafting by a window when indoors.

While some children naturally love to get down in the dirt outside, others may be a little reluctant to get involved with you outdoors.

Garden crafting is a great way to get your young ones to connect with nature and the world around them. Just like adults, gardening positively affects mental health and has been proven to help increase focus. Lastly, it helps you create memories that will grow on (literally!) for years to come.

I have compiled this CRAZY LONG list of all the projects you could work on with children. Bookmark and share this page, as the more we seed the love of plants in the next generation, the more they will fall in love it, and ultimately protect, nature.

9 Garden Paper Crafts

Cut, fold, colour, and play with these paper crafts. If you’re anything like me, paper is abundant in your house. It makes for cheap and easy crafts that kids can experiment, play, and mess up over and over again. These activities are great for all ages, with simple colouring pages for the tots and more complicated water colour painting for the older kids.

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15 Crafting with Plants Projects

The bread and butter, these projects range from outdoor to indoor, big to small, and simple to complicated. There is bound to be a hit in your household with one of these fun projects. Greenery could very well be their next big hobby!

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13 Backyard Garden Projects

Get outdoors with this list! If you’re looking to introduce your kids to the joys of gardening, this is an interactive way to get them to directly participate in creating garden decor. Get their green thumb started and help them create your own backyard paradise for everyone to enjoy.

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8 Clay Garden Projects

Keep the little fingers busy with these clay projects. Being able to mold and play with clay can keep the kids entertained for hours. While I can’t promise they won’t get distracted with their own mini creations, they certainly will enjoy experimenting with the medium. Due to the unhurried nature of clay, this is a rather calming craft for a quiet afternoon.

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8 Textile Garden Crafts

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15 DIY Crafts Using Tools

These crafts are perfect for older kids as the young ones are likely to have difficulty using the tools. Plus, once power tools are involved, I suggest some close monitoring! The effort is certainly worth it with these projects, however. You’ll want these DIY craft projects covering your home!

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9 Indoor Plant Crafts

If you find yourself stuck inside on a rainy day or somehow can’t convince the kiddo to head outside with you, give these indoor plant crafts a try. Some of these are simpler than others for the little ones, while some will keep your preteens busy for hours. Either way, these are a fantastic way to add a little bit of greenery indoors while spending some quality time together.

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50 Fun Kids Science Experiments

Science doesn’t need to be complicated. These easy science experiments below are awesome for kids! They are visually stimulating, hands-on, and sensory-rich, making them fun to do and perfect for teaching simple science concepts at home or in the classroom.

Top 10 Science Experiments

Click on the titles below for the full supplies list and easy step-by-step instructions. Have fun trying these experiments at home or in the classroom, or even use them for your next science fair project!

Baking Soda Balloon Experiment

Can you make a balloon inflate on its own? Grab a few basic kitchen ingredients and test them out! Try amazing chemistry for kids at your fingertips.

Rainbow In A Jar

Enjoy learning about the basics of color mixing up to the density of liquids with this simple water density experiment . There are even more ways to explore rainbows here with walking water, prisms, and more.

This color-changing magic milk experiment will explode your dish with color. Add dish soap and food coloring to milk for cool chemistry!

Seed Germination Experiment

Not all kids’ science experiments involve chemical reactions. Watch how a seed grows , which provides a window into the amazing field of biology .

Egg Vinegar Experiment

One of our favorite science experiments is a naked egg or rubber egg experiment . Can you make your egg bounce? What happened to the shell?

Dancing Corn

Find out how to make corn dance with this easy experiment. Also, check out our dancing raisins and dancing cranberries.

Grow Crystals

Growing borax crystals is easy and a great way to learn about solutions. You could also grow sugar crystals , eggshell geodes , or salt crystals .

Lava Lamp Experiment

It is great for learning about what happens when you mix oil and water. a homemade lava lamp is a cool science experiment kids will want to do repeatedly!

Skittles Experiment

Who doesn’t like doing science with candy? Try this classic Skittles science experiment and explore why the colors don’t mix when added to water.

Lemon Volcano

Watch your kids’ faces light up, and their eyes widen when you test out cool chemistry with a lemon volcano using common household items, baking soda, and vinegar.

Bonus! Popsicle Stick Catapult

Kid tested, STEM approved! Making a popsicle stick catapult is a fantastic way to dive into hands-on physics and engineering.

Grab the handy Top 10 Science Experiments list here!

Free Science Ideas Guide

Grab this free science experiments challenge calendar and have fun with science right away. Use the clickable links to see how to set up each science project.

Get Started With A Science Fair Project

💡Want to turn one of these fun and easy science experiments into a science fair project? Then, you will want to check out these helpful resources.

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Kids’ Science Experiments By Topic

Are you looking for a specific topic? Check out these additional resources below. Each topic includes easy-to-understand information, everyday examples, and additional hands-on activities and experiments.

• Chemistry Experiments
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• Water Experiments
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Science Experiments by Age Group

While many experiments can be performed by various age groups, the best science experiments for specific age groups are listed below.

• Science Activities For Toddlers
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• First Grade Science Projects
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How To Teach Science

Kids are curious and always looking to explore, discover, check out, and experiment to discover why things do what they do, move as they move, or change as they change! My son is now 13, and we started with simple science activities around three years of age with simple baking soda science.

Here are great tips for making science experiments enjoyable at home or in the classroom.

Safety first: Always prioritize safety. Use kid-friendly materials, supervise the experiments, and handle potentially hazardous substances yourself.

Start with simple experiments: Begin with basic experiments (find tons below) that require minimal setup and materials, gradually increasing complexity as kids gain confidence.

Use everyday items: Utilize common household items like vinegar and baking soda , food coloring, or balloons to make the experiments accessible and cost-effective.

Hands-on approach: Encourage kids to actively participate in the experiments rather than just observing. Let them touch, mix, and check out reactions up close.

Make predictions: Ask kids to predict the outcome before starting an experiment. This stimulates critical thinking and introduces the concept of hypothesis and the scientific method.

Record observations: Have a science journal or notebook where kids can record their observations, draw pictures, and write down their thoughts. Learn more about observing in science. We also have many printable science worksheets .

Theme-based experiments: Organize experiments around a theme, such as water , air , magnets , or plants . Even holidays and seasons make fun themes!

Kitchen science : Perform experiments in the kitchen, such as making ice cream using salt and ice or learning about density by layering different liquids.

Create a science lab: Set up a dedicated space for science experiments, and let kids decorate it with science-themed posters and drawings.

Outdoor experiments: Take some experiments outside to explore nature, study bugs, or learn about plants and soil.

DIY science kits: Prepare science experiment kits with labeled containers and ingredients, making it easy for kids to conduct experiments independently. Check out our DIY science list and STEM kits.

Make it a group effort: Group experiments can be more fun, allowing kids to learn together and share their excitement. Most of our science activities are classroom friendly!

Science shows or documentaries: Watch age-appropriate science shows or documentaries to introduce kids to scientific concepts entertainingly. Hello Bill Nye and the Magic Schoolbus! You can also check out National Geographic, the Discovery Channel, and NASA!

Ask open-ended questions: Encourage critical thinking by asking open-ended questions that prompt kids to think deeper about what they are experiencing.

Celebrate successes: Praise kids for their efforts and discoveries, no matter how small, to foster a positive attitude towards science and learning.

What is the Scientific Method for Kids?

The scientific method is a way scientists figure out how things work. First, they ask a question about something they want to know. Then, they research to learn what’s already known about it. After that, they make a prediction called a hypothesis.

Next comes the fun part – they test their hypothesis by doing experiments. They carefully observe what happens during the experiments and write down all the details. Learn more about variables in experiments here.

Once they finish their experiments, they look at the results and decide if their hypothesis is right or wrong. If it’s wrong, they devise a new hypothesis and try again. If it’s right, they share their findings with others. That’s how scientists learn new things and make our world better!

Go ahead and introduce the scientific method and get kids started recording their observations and making conclusions. Read more about the scientific method for kids .

Engineering and STEM Projects For Kids

STEM activities include science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. In addition to our kids’ science experiments, we have lots of fun STEM activities for you to try. Check out these STEM ideas below.

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Enjoy our range of fun science experiments for kids that feature awesome hands-on projects and activities that help bring the exciting world of science to life. Learn about seed germination with this fun science experiment for kids. Plant some seeds and follow the growth of the seedlings as they sprout from the soil while making sure to take proper care of them with just the right amount of light, heat and water. Have fun growing plants with this cool science project for children.     Hopefully after a week of looking after them, your seedlings will be on their way. Germination is the process of a plant emerging from a seed and beginning to grow. For seedlings to grow properly from a seed they need the right conditions. Water and oxygen are required for seeds to germinate. Many seeds germinate at a temperature just above normal room temperature but others respond better to warmer temperatures, cooler temperatures or even changes in temperature. While light can be an important trigger for germination, some seeds actually need darkness to germinate, if you buy seeds it should mention the requirements for that specific type of seed in the instructions. Continue to look after your seedlings and monitor their growth. For further experiments you could compare the growth rates of different types of seeds or the effect of different conditions on their growth.     Science Kids ©  |     |     |     |     |     |     |     |     |     |     |     |     |     |  Updated: Oct 9, 2023 Search Please fill out this field. Newsletters Sweepstakes High-Protein Meal Plans 7-Day High-Protein Plant-Based Meal Plan, Created By a Dietitian Thinking about going plant-based but worrying about getting enough protein? We’ve got you covered. Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. Why This Plan Health Benefits Foods to Focus On Meal Prep Tips BRIE PASSANO/Sara Haas Thinking about eating more plant-based but worrying about getting enough protein? Don’t fret. Contrary to popular belief, it’s definitely possible to get plenty of protein without eating meat. In this 7-day meal plan, we pump up the protein while prioritizing plants. Whether you’re a long-time vegetarian or curious about eating more plant-based, this meal plan can work for everyone. Check it out! How We Create Meal Plans Registered dietitians thoughtfully create  EatingWell’s  meal plans to be easy-to-follow and delicious. Each meal plan meets specific parameters depending on the health condition and/or lifestyle goal it is targeting and is analyzed for accuracy using the nutrition database, ESHA Food Processor. As nutritional needs differ from person to person, we encourage you to use these plans as inspiration and adjust as you see fit. Why This Meal Plan Is Great for You It’s true that meat and fish are great sources of protein, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get enough protein from vegetarian and plant-based sources. In this meal plan, you’ll find a variety of plant-based and vegetarian protein-rich foods, such as beans, lentils, soy, whole grains, nuts, seeds and dairy. Each day provides at least 80 grams of protein , an important macronutrient that helps keep us full and plays a role in keeping our body functioning properly. Unlike meat, many plant-based proteins, such as beans and whole grains, also provide a good dose of fiber. Fiber has many health benefits , from improved heart health, keeping our digestive system functioning, reducing blood sugar levels and can play a role in weight loss and healthy weight management. Each day provides at least 30 grams of fiber, slightly above the recommended Daily Value of 28 grams per day. We set this meal plan at 1,500 calories per day, plus included modifications for 1,200 and 2,000 calories per day for those with different calorie needs . As with all meal plans, this routine doesn’t need to be followed exactly to reap the benefits of a plant-based diet. Make adjustments as needed, opt for leftovers or make a swap, if needed. Frequently Asked Questions Definitely! We chose a variety of meals to show several plant-based options, but feel free to mix and match if there’s one that doesn’t suit your taste preferences. We aimed for daily totals of about 1,500 calories, at least 80 grams of protein, at least 30 grams of fiber and capped the sodium at 2,300mg per day, as recommended by the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Check out more of our healthy vegetarian recipes for more inspiration. Yes, you can certainly eat the same breakfast or lunch every day if that’s preferred. Each breakfast is between 350 and 400 calories while each lunch ranges from 345 calories to 377 calories. These ranges are similar enough where making the swap shouldn’t significantly impact your daily totals. If you’d prefer a different lunch than the ones we selected, check out 18 Plant-Based Lunches You Can Prep the Night Before . Protein is crucial for our health, as it makes up the cells in the body and helps keep it functioning properly. Protein is particularly important for muscle repair and function, bone-health and skin-health. Most people get plenty of protein in their typical diets, though it is possible to be deficient in protein. Signs of a protein deficiency include fatigue, brittle hair and nails, weak immune system and edema. What Are the Health Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet? A plant-based diet is essentially a diet that focuses on eating more plants. It’s less concretely defined than a vegetarian diet, which omits meat and fish, or a vegan diet, which omits all animal products. The goal of a plant-based diet is to eat a wider variety of plant-based foods. It doesn’t necessarily prohibit meat, but most people following a plant-based diet tend to limit meat intake by eating it only on occasion or in smaller amounts. Due to its abundance of fruit, vegetables, whole grains and legumes, it’s no surprise that following a plant-based diet can have some impressive health benefits . Research links a plant-based diet with a significantly-reduced risk of developing negative health outcomes. A plant-based diet can work well for most people, though it may be particularly beneficial for those with health conditions like type 2 diabetes, heart disease or obesity. Plant-Based Foods to Focus On: Whole grains Soy (tofu, edamame, tempeh) Healthy fats (such as avocado oil or olive oil) How to Meal-Prep Your Week of Meals: Make Maple Granola to have with breakfast throughout the week Prepare Vegetarian Sushi Grain Bowl to have for lunch on days 2 through 4 Breakfast (359 calories) 1 serving Strawberry-Banana Protein Smoothie A.M. Snack (181 calories) ¾ cup low-fat unsalted cottage cheese 1 medium peach Lunch (369 calories) 1 serving Frittata with Asparagus, Leek & Ricotta P.M. Snack (98 calories) ¼ cup dry-roasted salted edamame  Dinner (517 calories) 1 serving Baked Falafel Sandwiches Daily Totals: 1,524 calories, 69g fat, 84g protein, 153g carbohydrate, 31g fiber, 1,779mg sodium Make it 1,200 calories: Change A.M. snack to ¼ cup blueberries and change dinner to 1 serving Quinoa Chickpea Salad with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Dressing Make it 2,000 calories: Add ¼ cup dry-roasted unsalted shelled pistachios to A.M. snack and add 1 medium banana with 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter as an evening snack.  Breakfast (345 calories) 1 cup low-fat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt 1 serving Maple Granola   ½ cup raspberries A.M. Snack (219 calories) 1 serving Cottage Cheese Snack Jar Lunch (377 calories) 1 serving Vegetarian Sushi Grain Bowl   1 clementine P.M. Snack (95 calories) 1 medium apple Dinner (444 calories) 1 serving Chipotle Tofu Tacos 1 serving Pineapple & Cucumber Salad Daily Totals: 1,479 calories, 60g fat, 86g protein, 177g carbohydrate, 33g fiber, 1,264mg sodium Make it 1,200 calories: Omit raspberries at breakfast, change A.M. snack to ¼ cup blueberries and change P.M. snack to 1 plum. Make it 2,000 calories: Add 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter to P.M. snack and add ¼ cup dry-roasted unsalted almonds with 1 cup low-fat plain kefir as an evening snack.  A.M. Snack (168 calories) 1 cup low-fat plain kefir Dinner (502 calories) 1 serving Roasted Cranberry, Squash & Cauliflower Salad Daily Totals: 1,491 calories, 74g fat, 83g protein, 149g carbohydrate, 35g fiber, 1,429mg sodium Make it 1,200 calories: Omit Maple Granola at breakfast and change A.M. snack to 1 plum. Make it 2,000 calories: Add ¼ cup dry-roasted unsalted almonds to A.M. snack and add 1 medium banana with 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter as an evening snack.  P.M. Snack (42 calories) ½ cup blueberries 1 serving Caprese Casserole 1 serving Cabbage Caesar Salad Meal-Prep Tip: reserve three servings Caprese Casserole to have for lunch on days 5 - 7 Daily Totals: 1,475 calories, 63g fat, 82g protein, 173g carbohydrate, 30g fiber, 932mg sodium Make it 1,200 calories: Omit cottage cheese at A.M. snack and omit Cabbage Caesar Salad at dinner. Make it 2,000 calories: Add ¼ cup dry-roasted unsalted almonds to P.M. snack and add 1 medium banana with 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter as an evening snack.  Lunch (345 calories) Dinner (491 calories). 1 serving Cilantro Bean Burgers with Creamy Avocado-Lime Slaw 1 serving Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries Daily Totals: 1,498 calories, 51g fat, 89g protein, 181g carbohydrate, 42g fiber, 1,657mg sodium Make it 1,200 calories: Omit Maple Granola at breakfast and change A.M. snack to 1 medium peach. Make it 2,000 calories: Add ¼ cup dry-roasted unsalted almonds to lunch and add 1 medium apple with 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter as an evening snack.  P.M. Snack (129 calories) Dinner (464 calories). 1 serving Kale & Avocado Salad with Blueberries & Edamame 1-oz. slice whole-wheat baguette Daily Totals: 1,501 calories, 64g fat, 85g protein, 157g carbohydrate, 34g fiber, 1,513mg sodium Make it 1,200 calories: Change A.M. snack to ⅓ cup blueberries and omit edamame at P.M. snack. Make it 2,000 calories: Add ¼ cup dry-roasted unsalted almonds to breakfast and add 1 medium banana with 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter as an evening snack.  Breakfast (395 calories) 1 serving "Egg in a Hole" Peppers with Avocado Salsa Dinner (426 calories) 1 serving Sweet Potato & Cauliflower Rice Bowl 1 serving Cabbage Slaw Daily Totals: 1,483 calories, 69g fat, 81g protein, 143g carbohydrate, 37g fiber, 1,976mg sodium Make it 1,200 calories: Change A.M. snack to ¼ cup blueberries and omit Cabbage Slaw at dinner.  U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Interactive Nutrition Facts Label - Dietary Fiber . U.S. Department of Agriculture and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025 . MedlinePlus. National Library of Medicine. Dietary Proteins . Clem J, Barthel B. A Look at Plant-Based Diets . Mo Med . 2021;118(3):233-238. Related Articles Cloning experiments: How to turn one tomato plant into multiple free plants - Saving You Money Updated: Jun. 18, 2024, 4:41 p.m. | Published: Jun. 18, 2024, 7:01 a.m. The starts of what will become five free tomato plants I cloned from other plants already growing in my garden. Sean McDonnell, Cleveland.com Sean McDonnell, cleveland.com CLEVELAND, Ohio — It’s mid-June and most vegetable gardeners have already moved on to pruning their tomato plants, instead of transplanting them. It’s far too late in the year to plant more tomato seedlings. Or is it? One reader’s advice is to turn those pruned “suckers” into new tomato plants. And that’s what I’m working on right now. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. 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