Seeds contain the beginnings of a new plant. Explore the resources below to learn more about seeds, what they contain, and how they get started growing.
There are a variety of seeds in the world, but they all have certain things in common. Learn more about what seeds have in common through this video.
In order to start growing or germinate, a seed needs the right conditions. This video explains what a seed needs to germinate and get started growing.
Humans use seeds in many different ways. We plant them in our garden, eat them, and more. Learn a few of the ways that humans use seeds in this video. You'll take a look at a variety of seeds we eat.
You can use a lima bean to investigate the parts of a seed. This video guides you through the activity.
Watch basil seeds start growing in the palm of your hand with this quick activity.
This page builds upon lessons included in the Youth Education Program at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park in Clemmon, North Carolina. Lessons in the Arboretum Youth Education Program will address the following NC Essential Standard for Grade 3 Science: 3.L.2 Understand how plants survive in their environments.Â