Name: ___________________________________________

Mini-

Greenhouse Objective:

Students will be able to observe, record, and explain the

Materials:

bean seeds, ruler, paper towel, half cup of water, Ziplock

germination and growth process of a bean plant.

plastic bag, stapler

Procedure: 1. Fold a paper towel and place it inside the plastic bag. 2. Measure and mark three inches from the top of the bag. 3. Place a horizontal row of staples three inches from the top to create a miniature pocket. 4. Pour a half cup of water into the bag. 5. Place the seeds inside the top half of the baggie and seal it tightly! 6. Tape your mini-greenhouse to the window so that it gets plenty of sunlight. 7. Observe and record your seedlings’ progress each day!

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