All plants have similar parts: roots, stems, leaves, flower, fruit or vegetables, and seeds. Use this interactive activity to explore each part's unique role in supporting the plant.
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This activity is excerpted from Cultivating Joy & Wonder, a collection of hands-on education activities for discovering the wonders of the world. Download the full publication here. Watch this activity in action and learn how to make quick pickles, too.
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