Structures of Life: Investigation 1

Today our 3rd graders completed their first science investigation called "Sprouting Seeds." The students broke into groups to create their own seed sprouters with 4 different types of seeds. Inside each seed sprouter is 24 seeds of the different varieties. The students will observe, water, and clean the seeds for 6 days. The students are using their science notebooks to collect data and draw conclusions about their findings. We also created one large class seed sprouter that will allow us all to measure and weight the seeds! We are seeking answers to our investigatable question, "What effect does water have on seeds?"