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==Task - Seed Germination ==

Over the next two weeks you will plant some vegetable seeds and care for them every day to learn about the process of seed germination. This task requires you to be a genuine vegetable gardener. You will need to learn all about plants, and how plants grow. You are required to keep a daily journal to record your observations and details about your plants life cycle and use a digital camera to capture images of your plant's growth throughout the various stages of it's life. You will use your notes and images to create a 2 to 3 minute PowerPoint presentation that you will present to your classmates and parents at the end of the project.

Once your teacher has allocate you to a group, the first thing you need to do is select which type of vegetable seed you would like to plant and tend. Each group will select a different vegetable so we can create a flourishing vegetable garden with a variety of different vegetables. Your teacher will demonstrate how to set up your seed germination environment for Growing plants. You will need to record notes and observations on a journal page.

At the beginning of every day you will need to care for your plant and take a photo of your seeds growth. Use a new journal page for each day to record your observations and thoughts. You will do this for 11 days (day 2 to day 12). During this period you will research plants, seeds and germination information and investigate questions like how do plants get energy? Each group will be allocated a day to use the electronic whiteboard to learn about Plant cells. You can use the interactive whiteboard resource to test each others knowledge and understanding about plant cells. Use the class Twitter account to share your learning with your peers and ask questions.

On day 13 you will use your journal notes and photos to create a 2 to 3 minute PowerPoint presentation to describe the stages of your plants growth to your classmates and parents.

Finally, on day 14 you will deliver your presentation to your classmates and parents. Remember to invite your parents!

References
tijmwatson. (2007). Mustard seeedlings [image]. Retrieved 29/04/2012 from: @http://www.flickr.com/photos/tessawatson/397864336/