{"product_id":"teb-r47","title":"Mode of Seed Transmission","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mode of Seed Transmission set is a delightful way to introduce young learners to how plants travel, grow and explore the world around them. This engaging resource helps children observe how seeds move through nature-whether floating on the breeze, drifting along water, or hitching a ride on animals. By turning scientific ideas into hands-on exploration, this set encourages curiosity and wonder as children discover that plants have some very clever ways of spreading themselves far and wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis resource encourages hands-on experimentation and playful learning, helping children observe natural processes and connect them to the world around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds early scientific thinking through observation and prediction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthens understanding of plant life cycles and natural environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages the use of descriptive language related to movement and growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports fine motor skills as children explore and test how different seeds travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom \u0026amp; Play Activity Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a wind station and let children test how different seeds move through the air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore how seeds float by setting up a simple water tray experiment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite children to design their own “pretend seeds” and experiment with movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a nature table featuring collected seed pods, leaves and pictures of seed dispersal methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAges: Suitable for 3+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat's includes: 4 seeds encased in a resin block: 1. Xanthium sibiricum, 2. Soybean Pod, 3. Chinaschilf, 4. Lotus Seedpod.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso includes an information sheet. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 14 × 6.4 × 1.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety Information:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with active supervision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep small components away from small children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore materials safely after use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow manufacturer recommendations for safe handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun facts to spark curiosity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eDid you know some seeds can travel hundreds of kilometres simply by riding the wind? Dandelion seeds, for example, are shaped like tiny parachutes! Another surprising fact is that coconut seeds can float across entire oceans before sprouting on a new shoreline. The fastest travelling seed in the world belongs to the garden balsam, which pops open and launches its seeds several metres away. Even more amazing, some Australian plants rely on ants to carry their seeds underground, helping new plants grow safely.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43256163106929,"sku":"TEB-R47","price":34.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/teb-r47_mode-of-seed-transmission_v2_1.webp?v=1779316126","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/teb-r47","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}