Seed Party 1 and 2

I have to reemphasize how wonderful the Seed Party (1) was in Science!  The students had been waiting with great anticipation and asking regularly, "Is today the Seed Party?" We were overjoyed with all of the seed/bean options and the opportunity for trying new things that Rosanne provided for us.  She explained what seeds/beans were in each dish and what seasonings.  It was great to see many children trying new foods, seeds in fact, and really liking them.  Many thanks to Rosanne for such an amazing spread and helping us appreciate another important facet of seeds - we can eat them!!

Seed Party 2 is an experiment that Abby is guiding the children through.  She had the children help her fill a small pumpkin with soil and predict what they thought would happen.  One student asked if they could plant some of the seeds in a pot, which they did.  A graph was prepared to show predictions for which would spout first.  But, to our amazement, they both started sprouting in just a few days!  So, each student predicted which they thought would produce the most sprouts and explained their reasoning to the class, then placed their name on the graph.  Everyday we cannot believe how tall the sprouts are growing and how many more are sprouting!!  We would like to get a planter and see if we can keep them growing inside.  Some students remarked that they can't wait to see a pumpkin flower.  It would be phenomenal if we could make that happen!  Take a look at them the next time you are in the room!!

       Wow!!  Look what happened over the weekend!!

         What will they do next??!!