I recently began incorporating botany into my Montessori-inspired hands-on learning activities for my homeschooled children. It’s been a wonderful way to connect them with the natural world and foster their […]
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 […]
Structure of Flowering Plants
Free tree printables and Montessori-inspired tree activities for multiple ages; perfect for home or classroom; great for a tree unit, Earth Day unit, Arbor Day unit, or spring unit
I had a great time in several classrooms this week, talking about the different parts of the plant that we eat. Flowers? yes. Stems? yes. Seeds? yes. And the leaves, roots, and fruit too! Here's a quick overview in case you want to quiz the kids: Learn how we explored roots, stems, leaves
In this Montessori botany lesson we observed and examined the flower, dissected the flower parts, and used the Montessori flower puzzle for matching work.
This Plant Activity Set is fantastic for a classroom setting, a daycare or home school environment, or as an extension to your educational learning home. This set is very versatile and can be broken up into multiple individual activities. Children can review the life cycle of a green bean plant and the parts of a green bean plant. Great for a Montessori inspired environment. Materials Included: - "Parts of a GreenBean Plant" Laminated Sheet - "Life Cycle of a Green Bean Plant" Laminated Sheet - Wooden Card Stand - Large Laminated Plant - 4 Laminated Life Cycle Cards - 4 Wooden Life Cycle Labels (seed, germination, seedling, plant) - 5 Wooden Parts Labels (roots, stem, seed, bean, leaf) - 4 Life Cycle Figures Optional Materials (for additional cost): - Wooden Tray (11"x15") - Wicker Basket (6"x9") Suggestions for use: - Place this work in a place for your child/children to easily access - Let them explore without any directions - Use this in conjunction with a plant unit - Provide book about plants for further exploration Important Information: - Recommended for children ages 3+ as there are small parts. If using with young children please keep a close eye on them. - Some of these materials are made with unfinished wood and may have some exposed wood splinters.
Pinay Homeschooler is a blog that shares homeschool and afterschool activity of kids from babies to elementary level.
Free tree printables and Montessori-inspired tree activities for multiple ages; perfect for home or classroom; great for a tree unit, Earth Day unit, Arbor Day unit, or spring unit
It is the gift-giving season in many parts of the world and I have a ton of gifts to share with my amazing blog subscribers! I will be uploading one new free printable every day until Christmas. Today’s Freebie Parts of a Tree 3-Part Cards Your basic Montessori 3-part cards for Parts of a Tree. Just […]
Leaf nomenclature refers to the use of specialized vocabulary to identify and describe the various parts and structures of a leaf. Leaf nomenclature is typically introduced as a part of the botany curriculum, where children are taught the different parts of a leaf, such as petiole, stipule, veins, midrib veins, and lamina. By learning this specialized vocabulary, children can communicate more effectively about the various components of a leaf and develop a deeper understanding of the plant's overall structure and function. Montessori educators often use materials such as leaf puzzles, leaf 3-part cards, and leaf rubbings to teach leaf nomenclature, making the learning experience engaging and interactive for the children. Through leaf nomenclature activities, children can develop important skills such as observation, analysis, and critical thinking, while also cultivating an appreciation for the natural world around them.
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Discover the fascinating world of leaf shapes with this engaging and educational Montessori-ins...
Free tree printables and Montessori-inspired tree activities for multiple ages; perfect for home or classroom; great for a tree unit, Earth Day unit, Arbor Day unit, or spring unit
PRIMARY SCIENCE UNIT 3 - PLANTS Unit 3 in my primary science series is here! We are diving in and learning about plants - their lifecycle, how they make food, the parts of a plant, why animals and humans need plants, plus so much more. I am also sharing a FREE lesson with you right here
Are you ready to give you children a fun learning experience with this Botany lesson? Come and check this Montessori Parts of a Seed Printable Bundle out!
Pinay Homeschooler is a blog that shares homeschool and afterschool activity of kids from babies to elementary level.
Learn how to integrate art into your plant science activities by having students make chlorophyll paintings. Similar to leaf rubbings, this simple science based art project is a fun and creative extension for teaching kids about photosynthesis.
Kids will love learning about the life cycle of a plant with this free Plant Life Cycles reader. Color, read, and learn about plant life cycle for kids!
From seed to flower, students will learn all about the life cycle of a plant in this science lesson. Your class will discover what living things need to grow, and learn the various stages of a plant’s life span, with new vocabulary words.
Pinay Homeschooler is a blog that shares homeschool and afterschool activity of kids from babies to elementary level.
This Montessori-inspired autumn leaf unit is a roundup with a huge variety of leaf activities for toddlers through early elementary.
Pinay Homeschooler is a blog that shares homeschool and afterschool activity of kids from babies to elementary level.
Pinay Homeschooler is a blog that shares homeschool and afterschool activity of kids from babies to elementary level.
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Pinay Homeschooler is a blog that shares homeschool and afterschool activity of kids from babies to elementary level.
Looking for fun and educational plant activities for preschoolers? Explore hands-on experiments like measuring green beans, planting seeds, and observing sprouts. Start exploring today!
Pinay Homeschooler is a blog that shares homeschool and afterschool activity of kids from babies to elementary level.
My children are having such a good time with our fruits and vegetables unit study this week! I hope you're enjoying these posts and I especially hope they help you with some ideas for your own fruits and vegetables unit study. This weekend, I'll publish a post listing all of the resources we used and books we read, so make sure you stop back by for that! Today I'm sharing with you the Vegetable 3-Part Cards that my younger girls are using this week. Vegetable 3-Part Cards This post contains affiliate links. Please see my disclosure policy for more information.
Pinay Homeschooler is a blog that shares homeschool and afterschool activity of kids from babies to elementary level.
NATURE-BASED PLAY AND LEARNING ACTIVITY SET (Suitable for Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Waldorf, Nature Based Schools and Daycares, and Homeschools) 🇨🇦 Handmade in Canada 🌱PLASTIC FREE - EARTH FRIENDLY ❖ Excellent Natural Resource for Science, Math and Imaginative Play. THIS KIT INCLUDES: ❖ Base and trunk: 5x5x12” (the exact measurements might be slightly different for each tree toy) ❖ 6+2 sticks ❖ 200 assorted beads grouped by season ❖ 4 drawstring cotton storage bags ❖ Wooden tray (might be different from the one in the pictures) ❖ Instructional booklet OPTIONAL ITEM: ❖ Hardcover book: "Tap the MagicTree" by Christie Matheson 📦📦📦 If you would like to add more than 1 tree set to your order, please message me, and I will create a special listing to save on shipping costs. AGE RECOMMENDATIONS: • Preschool (3-year-olds): adult supervision recommended • Kindergarten to Grade 2 (4-7-year-olds) - ideal for learning purposes • Any age - for stress relief and mind relaxation • Not recommended for children under 3 years of age due to choking hazards. DISCLAIMER: This product is carefully handcrafted and part of its uniqueness and beauty lies in its imperfections. Just like in nature, there are no two trees exactly the same. Depending on the available supply, the tree trunk can come with or without bark. ADD EXTRA BEADS: ❖ https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/829064136/beads-set-refill-for-mini-wooden-tree OTHER TREE VERSIONS: ❖ seasonal mini wooden tree: https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/891855775/seasonal-mini-wooden-tree-educational ❖ mini wood-burned tree: https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/888209351/mini-wood-burned-tree-educational-toy ❖ mini wooden tree - all natural: https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/811356820/mini-wooden-tree-educational-toy ❖ mini yarn tree: https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/977789095/mini-yarn-tree-educational-toy ❖ build your own tree: https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/903342663/build-your-own-wooden-tree-educational
Growing A Bean Plant (age 3-6) Since starting our garden outside, there has been interest in seeds, plants, flowers and everything else botany related. To introduce the parts of a plant, we planted green bean seeds last week in this glass jar. By pushing the seed down the side of the jar and into the soil, we are now able to see the parts of the plants. We have the jar on our nature table and will transfer the plants outside this week. It has been fun for my daughter to see the plant grow so quickly. Along with the plants, I found some clip art here (also on the side of the blog now) to make this "Parts of a Plant" activity. This same type of activity can be purchased from Montessori Services. We have named the parts of the plant using the drawing and using the plant itself. One at a time, each sheet is placed over the control paper in the correct area. (A visual control of error.) When the last sheet is added, the plant is in actual color. While I was laminating, I also printed off this activity from this blog. As always, before presenting the more abstract version (paper) I presented small, smaller, and smallest with real objects. Having four was more of a challenge. *We are headed out for vacation, so I won't be posting for a bit. =-)
LES PLANTES SANS FLEURS / LE BLE Les graminées Editions MDI, la maison des instituteurs. Tableau J. Anscombre . Imprimerie Georges Lang - Paris . Ancienne affiche scolaire botanique, grand format, recto/verso. Dimensions : 91 x 68 cm. Affiche seule...
This practical life activity teaches a young child how to gently care for a delicate living plant. The child develops empathy and compassion for the plant.
