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Y1/2 (A): Lesson 3: Germination

Gathering and recording test results in a table and comparing the data to find out what seeds need to germinate. This lesson is part of the mixed-age scheme.
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Assessment – Science Y1/2 (A): Plant growthY1/2 (A): Lesson 1: What do seeds need to grow?Y1/2 (A): Lesson 2: Seeds and bulbs
Y1/2 (A): Lesson 3: Germination
Y1/2 (A): Lesson 4: Light and plant growthY1/2 (A): Lesson 5: Plant life cycleY1/2 (A): Lesson 6: Plant care
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