Making Seed Necklaces

Sprout Seeds in a Homemade Necklace That You Can Plant Later

Topic: Germination, Plant Life Cycles, Observation, Life Science, Craft

Type: Blended Indoor and Outdoor Learning

Keep gardening close to the heart with these wearable seed starters. Young gardeners will observe the life cycle of their favorite plant and understand how a plants’ needs change over time by closely monitoring their seed as it germinates and sprouts right before–or below–their eyes. Each plant can then be transferred to a permanent pot to continue growing. Consider sprouting a favorite vegetable plant or herb to create a personal micro food system.

Materials

• Seeds
• Cotton Balls
• Ziploc Bags
• Yarn