Art
- The child learned about creating a miniature landscape and the use of color and texture to create visual interest.
- They explored different materials and shapes to design and craft the terrarium, showcasing their creativity and imagination.
- They learned about composition and balance in art while arranging the elements in the terrarium.
Science
- The child learned about the water cycle and the importance of water in sustaining the plants within the closed environment of the terrarium.
- They observed plant growth and the interactions between living and non-living components of an ecosystem.
- They gained an understanding of the role of sunlight and photosynthesis in plant growth through the maintenance of the terrarium.
After creating the terrarium, encourage the child to research different types of plants suitable for terrariums and learn in-depth about their care and growth requirements. They can also experiment with different designs and themes for future terrariums, incorporating new elements and ideas into their creations.
Book Recommendations
- The Complete Book of Terrarium Gardening by Valérie Vaudou: A comprehensive guide to terrarium gardening, covering different plants, containers, and maintenance tips.
- Little Book of Terrariums by Zoe Ingram: A beginner-friendly book, providing step-by-step instructions for creating various types of terrariums.
- Plants You Can't Kill: 101 Easy-to-Grow Species by Stacy Tornio: This book introduces a variety of easy-to-grow plants suitable for terrariums, along with care tips and fun facts.
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