Create a Mini Green House for Seeds

Create a Mini Green House for Bean Seeds

This activity will help the kids see the actual beginning growth of the bean seeds.


Materials

• hand lens
• cup or bowl
• bean seeds
• water
• paper towel
• zip lock bag

Directions

• Have students use a hand lens to observe the seeds.
• Have students sketch a picture of the seeds.
• Soak bean seeds in room temperature water for a few hours.
• Have the students observe and sketch the seeds again and note any differences.
• Wet a paper towel and place it in a zip-lock plastic bag.
• Add a few bean seeds to the bag.
• Seal the bag and place it in direct sunlight. (You can even tape the bag to a window sill.)
• Check on the bag each day until the bean seeds have sprouted.
• Carefully remove the seeds from the bag and have the kids again observe and sketch the plant.
• Plant the new sprout in soil.
• Place the plant in the sun and water as needed.
• When the sprouts are 5 inches high, they may be planted outside if desired.