Plant Science: Berry Good Unboxed (Printable PDF)

In this unit, kids will explore the science behind berries—from how they grow and what they’re made of to how we enjoy them in everyday life! Whether they’ve picked berries before or are just learning about them for the first time, this unit will take them on a sweet and scientific journey through the world of berries. By the end, they’ll understand what makes berries so special—from plant science to biotechnology—and even how to grow your own!

This hands-on activity is great for use with home study, group activity, or agriculture education classes. Ages 9 & up. or Beginner/Intermediate Ag Learners

WHAT THEY'LL LEARN...

1. History of Berries in the U.S. - Narrative (20 minutes)
2. Berries Grown in the U.S. and the Top Five States - Activity: On the Map Coloring Sheets (~30+ minutes)
3. Berry Taxonomy & Families - Activity: Berry Taxonomy Cards and Berry Good Crossword Puzzle (30 minutes) 
4. Berry Terminology & Lifecycles - Activity: Lifecycle Narratives and Manipulative (50 minutes)
5. Berry Anatomy - Activity: Anatomy Identification Worksheets (~30 minutes)
6. Berry Types & Varieties - Activity: Berry Identification Cards and Berry Types Quiz  (45+ minutes) 
7. Plant Cells & DNA Biotechnology - Activity: From Cells to Agriculture and Biotechnology and Plant Cell Anatomy (40 minutes); Activity: Strawberry DNA Extraction (40 minutes) 
8. Biochemistry & Blueberry pH Indicators - Activity: Blueberry pH Indicator Experiment (45 minutes)
9. Bonuses - Jams and Jellies (15 minutes); Activity: Strawberry Plant Needs/Grow Your Own Strawberry (1 week plus) 

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE...

• Sixty-seven (67) page, PDF printable Lesson Guide that includes Terminology Overview, Review/Discussion/Worksheet Questions, Instructions and Answer Keys.

Also available is our Berry Patch Activity Guide

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