Activity: Terrarium

The activity is able to be modified per site.  If the site is able to store the terrarium throughout the program, it is a great on-going tool to help the participants become involved in their role in changing the environment.  If materials are available for each participant to bring a terrarium home, this will be a greater learning tool including the families and additional at-home activities.  If the terrariums are being brought home, see 'At-Home Terrarium' activity.

1. Remove the label from the bottle. Discard label. Save cap!
2. Wash and rinse out the bottle and cap.
3. Cut the bottle close to the bottom. I found a "line" near the end of the label - cut there. You can cut it higher if you wish.
4. Lightly place dirt or potting soil in the base.
5. Plant a few seeds in the dirt.
6. Lightly water.
7. Put the cap on the bottle.
8. Cover the base with the top of the bottle. You will have to fiddle with it a bit to fit back inside the base.
9. Place in a sunny spot and watch for your seeds to grow.
10. When the plants are ready, repot them or plant them in your garden.
11. Enjoy!