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Seed Spread Simulation
Changing Environments
20 minutes
Whole class active participation
Movement
Learning Objective
Understand how plants spread seeds through interactive simulation
Materials Needed
Paper 'seeds' (different shapes and sizes)
Fan or large cardboard for wind
Baskets for collecting
Velcro dots for 'sticky' seeds
Old socks or mittens
Preparation
1
Create different types of paper seeds
2
Set up open space for activity
3
Prepare Velcro 'seeds' and collection materials
4
Practice different seed spreading methods
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Scatter paper seeds in the center of the room
2
Use fan to blow seeds around (wind dispersal)
3
Children wear socks/mittens and walk through Velcro seeds (animal dispersal)
4
Discuss: 'How do seeds travel to new places?'
5
Act out different methods: wind blowing, animals carrying, water floating
6
Collect seeds in baskets representing new growing places
Assessment
Does the child understand different ways seeds spread?
Can the child participate in the simulation activities?
Can the child explain how seed spreading helps plants?
Extensions
Look for real seeds around school and identify how they spread
Create seed art projects
Plant seeds and watch them grow
Make up stories about traveling seeds
Teaching Tips
Make it active and fun
Connect to children's experience with seeds sticking to clothes
Use movement to reinforce learning
Discuss how this helps plants survive in new places
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