Seed to Flower
A seed lying in the soil wakes up when it gets water and warmth. Little by little it grows roots, a stem and leaves, and at the end a flower.
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Age 9: open this week
Browse Age 9In the picture
- Badge 1 sits on the pale seed resting in the soil.
- Badge 2 sits on the small green shoot with its first two leaves.
- Badge 3 sits on the green stem with its leaves.
- Badge 4 sits on the closed flower bud.
Examples
- A bean seed planted in a cup on the windowsill.
- A sunflower seed that grows into a tall sunflower in the garden.
Key takeaways
- Every plant starts life as a seed.
- Seeds need water and warmth before they sprout.
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