Environmental Effects on Plants

In this investigation, students figure out how the environment affects the traits of a plant. The Environmental Effects kit includes all the materials that students will need to design and carry out an investigation. Each kit contains enough materials for six groups of students.  Materials: Food coloring Plastic Measuring Cups Vinegar Salt Knife (for the teacher to cut carnations or celery) *Please note, that this investigation requires celery or carnations. These items are not included in this kit. Alignment with Academic Standards for Science  Source  Code  Performance Expectation  NGSS  3-LS3-2   Use evidence to support the explanation that traits can be influenced by the environment.    Core Idea(s)  ELS3: Growth and Development of Organisms  Practices  SEP1: Asking questions and defining problems  SEP2: Developing and using models  SEP3: Planning and carrying out investigations  SEP4: Analyzing and interpreting data  SEP6: Constructing explanations and designing solutions  SEP7: Engaging in argument from evidence  SEP8: Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information  Crosscutting Concepts  CC2: Cause and effect  ADI investigation kits are designed for the investigations found in the ADI Learning Hub and ADI books. To see the specific state and national standards alignment that this investigation aligns with, create your free account in the the ADI Learning Hub.  Note: The product images shown may be for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product.