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Seed Sort

Seed Sort

by | Apr 11, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech

All tree flowers produce fruit that encases seeds. Tree seeds spread throughout the surrounding habitat in many ways. Some seeds stick to things, others bounce when they land, and some are even light enough to travel long distances with the air currents. Looking at...
Poppin’ Pine Cones

Poppin’ Pine Cones

by | Nov 27, 2014 | Gr 1-3 Science & Tech

Grade 3: Life Systems Contributed by: Ellen Webb On a hot summer day, take students for a walk near coniferous trees.  If you are in luck, you may hear the snapping sound of the cones popping open naturally to release the seeds.  Pinecone seeds must be released from...
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