Flowers: More Than Just Pretty

by: Richard Konicek-Moran

Children love to look at flowers but few are inclined to become familiar with the structure and function of the flower. This story is aimed at providing some motivation for children to learn about one of the most important evolutionary developments in the plant and animal world. The students will also develop skills to help them decipher the purpose of these fascinating structures and the fruits that emerge from them.

Grade Levels

Elementary

Topics

Inquiry Life Science Literacy Phenomena

Details

Type Book ChapterPub Date 4/1/2009Stock # PB220X2_13

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