1 Go for growth
ADULT-LED
Plant bulbs together with the children, as a starting point for exploring flowers, florists' and garden centres.
Key learning intentions
To find out about, and identify, some features of living things they observe
To begin to differentiate between past and present
Adult:child ratio 1:6
Resources
Bulbs, trowel, large flower pot, small stones, potting compost, watering can, water; digital camera, assorted paper and pencils; information text(s) about bulbs
Activity content
* Discuss the objects and materials on the table. Find out what the children already know about bulbs.
* Give the children opportunities to explore carefully the bulbs and other resources.
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