What this lesson teaches
Children learn about biodiversity and the importance of planting native seeds. This activity connects them with nature, fostering responsibility towards their environment and promoting sustainable practices.
Can you finish greener neighborhood seed bombs in about 30 min?
You will children learn about biodiversity and the importance of planting native seeds.
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Children learn about biodiversity and the importance of planting native seeds. This activity connects them with nature, fostering responsibility towards their environment and promoting sustainable practices.
Making seed bombs engages children in a hands-on crafting process while embedding the concept of conservation biology through physical creation. The tangible product they create is a form of embodied cognition, linking their actions to a positive environmental impact.
1. Gather 1 cup of dried clay and 1 cup of compost. 2. Mix them in a bowl until combined. 3. Add 1 tablespoon of native flower or vegetable seeds. 4. Slowly add water, mixing until it forms a dough-like consistency. 5. Shape the mixture into small balls (1 inch in diameter). 6. Let them dry for 24 hours, then throw them in a suitable area.