Lesson 1F Seed Engineers

Topic Menu: Searching for Seeds

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  • This lesson works best when flowers are in bloom so students can observe pollination.
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Milkweed seeds in pod (Optional: If you or your students are having a hard time finding milkweed pods, contact your local conservation educator for guidance. Plant these seeds in your schoolyard following Lesson 1F.)
  • Bean or bead
  • Timer
  • Ruler
  • Materials to make a model seed from such as:
    • Chenille sticks
    • Cotton
    • Paper
    • Tissue paper
    • Buttons
    • Beads
    • Plastic eggs
    • Dry noodles of various shapes
    • Toothpicks
    • Clay/playdough
    • Straws
    • Balloons
    • Velcro
    • Felt cloth
    • Small Styrofoam balls
    • Paper clips
    • Brads
    • Tape
  • Engineering Design Process Organizer Handout
  • Certificate of Engineering Achievement
Estimated Time

1.5 Hours

  • Engage: 10 minutes
  • Explore: 20 minutes
  • Explain: 10 minutes
  • Elaborate: 45 minutes
  • Evaluate: 15 minutes