Recommended for Grade 3 In these Hands-On Science and Technology modules students will focus on the study of plants, specifically the characteristics and requirements of plants and their patterns of growth. Students will also conduct a number of hands-on investigations in the environment. Activities will look at different kinds of plants and animals that live in soil; the importance of soil in providing a base for gardens, forests, fields and farms: the components of various soils, and the effects of moving water on soils. Students will observe and investigate plants in their local environment and learn about the importance of plants and soils for humans and animals.

Although this kit contains specific manuals, the materials and equipment provided will support a variety of the science and technology programs. .

1 manual "Growth & Changes in Plants", 1 manual "Soils in the Environment", 1 book "How a Seed Grows", 1 book "How We Use Soil", 1 book "The Magic School Bus Gets Planted", 1 book "Plants: A Resource Our World Depends On", 1 book "Plant Life Cycles", 1 book "Soil: A Resource Our World Depends On", 1 book "Tiny Green Thumbs", 1 book "What is a Plant?", 1 book "Wiggling Worms at Work", 1 book "Wonderful Worms", 1 information sheet "Examples of Harmful Plants found in Ontario, 1 information sheet "Examples of Products made with Clay", 1 information sheet "Vegetable Seeds", 1 set of information sheets "Compost", 1 information sheet "Tomato Sphere", 8 Clear Plastic Jars with Lids, 8 Magnifying Glasses, 8 Medicine Cups 30ml, 1 Potato Masher, 1 Spray Bottle, 8 Trowels, 8 Tweezers, 500ml Clay, 100 Plastic Cups 150ml, 1 Food Coloring red or blue, 4L Peat Moss, 5L Potting Soil, 2L Sand, 1 pkg Mung Bean Seeds, 1 pkg Radish Seeds and 1 Safety In Elementary Science & Technology Guide.