Tonya, Perhaps you can keep growing those plants and start trying some
simple experiments. Put the seedlings in different environments (light
quality, water and nutrient levels, temperature, etc.) and observe the
effects. Watch for interactions, such as competition and predation. When
the plants flower, you can study the parts and explore pollination and
fruit development. Look for age appropriate science books that you can
look at together. The main thing is to keep interest and curiosity,
without worrying too much about teaching facts now.
Donna I. Ford-Werntz West Virginia Univ.
Herbarium Curator (WVA) Box 6057
Asst. Prof. Biol. Morgantown, WV 26506
425 Brooks Hall (304)293-5201 X2549
email: diford at wvu.edu fax: (304)293-6363
Web site at http://www.as.wvu.edu/biology/
