Life Cycle of a Pine Tree!
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In this activity, students will explore the life cycle of a pine tree and learn what makes them different from other trees in the forest. After learning about special adaptations that allow certain pine trees to succeed, students can perform an experiment on a pine cone to see how change in temperature will affect the cones.
MATERIALS
- 3 jars (mason jars work well)
- 3 pinecones (Eastern white pine)
- Warm water
- Cold water
- Ruler
- Timer
Colouring With Chlorophyll!
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In this lesson, students will learn what makes leaves green, and what makes them change colours, especially in the fall. They will understand the basic characteristics of plants and what makes them grow.
MATERIALS
- A glass or jar
- A spoon or mortar and pestle
- Rubbing alcohol
- White coffee filters
- Leaves or spinach leaves
- Scissors
