Year 1 planted their own cress and observed it over time. It took exactly one week for the cress to grow tall enough to eat!

First, they wrote instructions to remind themselves of the steps. Then they all planted the seeds together and discussed about the key resources required.

The following resources were needed:

  • Cress seeds
  • Soil
  • Plastic cups
  • Name Labels
  • Water

Instructions:

  1. First, carefully put soil into the plastic cup. 
  1. Next, gently sprinkle the seeds onto the soil.   
  1. Then, pour a little bit of water over the seeds.  
  1. Finally, place the pot next to the windows for sunlight and wait for it to grow! 
Year 1 Kapoor Class were all super proud of their cress.
Ryan was happy with the growth of his cress!
Asiyah was excited about her cress.
Rebecca was super proud to show off her cress.
Caleb noticed that he sprinkled fewer seeds than his peers so next time he will put more in!

Afterwards, children discussed about the way their cress smelt, looked and felt on their fingertips.

Children observing their cress.

Mi’Layah and Ubaid said it smelt fresh and delicious!

All children were happy and couldn’t wait to eat their cress at home!

Some said they will mix it in their sandwich fillings, while others said they will have it with their salads.

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