Tomatosphere™
Through Tomatosphere™, your students will investigate the effects of outer space on the germination of tomato seeds. This is a hands-on program that builds scientific inquiry and experimentation skills.
Plant Pigments
Why are there so many colours of plants? Learn about plant pigments and their role in plants.
Tropisms in Plants
Learn about the different ways that plants move in response to their environments.
Light & Plants
Learn about the process of photosynthesis and how it is affected by light levels.
Specialized Cells of the Leaf System
Learn about the structure and function of the cells in leaves.
Plant Functions
Learn about the important plant functions of photosynthesis, respiration and transpiration.
How Do Plants Survive in the Desert?
Plants need to exchange gases and water with their environment as part of photosynthesis. Some plant cells have evolved specifically for this purpose.
Why do leaves change colour in the fall?
How do the green leaves of summer change to vibrant colours in fall? Explore plant pigments in this chromatography activity.
How do I construct a terrarium?
You can make your own terrarium for growing plants!
Green Walls
Green walls use plant processes to improve air quality in buildings.