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Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Students will enjoy a 1 1/2 hour tour led by trained garden guides either along the formal garden tour or the Woodland Trail tour through a beautifully forested area along a quarter mile nature trail.
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- American Field Guide A collection of online videos that explore many aspects of America's wilderness from animals to earth and space to public policy.
- Lesson plan: Investigating local ecosystems Students use the Internet to investigate the habitats of local plants and animals.
- Michigan 4-H Children's Garden Virtual tour of a children's garden with interactive activities for kids and information for parents and children.
- The Great Plant Escape Help inspector Le Plant solve mysteries as you learn about plants.
- Lesson plan: From dirt to dinner This lesson serves as an introductory study of the plant world. The lesson allows students to study seeds, parts of plants, microclimates, and how to grow seeds into vegetable plants for harvest. Parents are encouraged to assist at home.
- Lesson plan: A'Planting We Will Go This lesson is based on the book, The Tiny Seed, by Eric Carle. This story will be used to introduce the children to the concept that seeds change and grow into plants when conditions in the environment including temperature, light, water and soil are appropriate. Children will learn that plants produce seeds that can become new plants. Through extended activities, the children will experience first-hand the germination of seeds. They will become familiar with the parts of a plant and learn how each part works to produce a healthy plant.
Related pages
- Reynolda Gardens: The educational programs provided by Reynolda Gardens are "designed to encourage curiosity and creativity, provide information on topics related to the art and science of horticulture, and to inspire a sense of stewardship for local and world environments."
- North Carolina Arboretum: A wide variety of classes and workshops are provided to students at the NC Arboretum and range from bonsai demonstrations to nature walks.
- Cape Fear Botanical Garden: The garden provides an enriching educational experience in the areas of horticulture, conservation, and environmental stewardship.
Learn more
- Learn more about Gaston County, North Carolina, biology, botanical gardens, botany, conservation, horticulture, life science, plants, and science.
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With professional standards of horticultural excellence, the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden "provides aesthetic pleasure, educational and research opportunities, and an appreciation for the botanical and agricultural heritage of the region."
The Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is located at 6500 South New Hope Road in Belmont, NC. Call Visitor Services to inquire about special fees for available programs, and about other unique opportunities for your group tours. Contact the gardens at 704-829-1287 or by email at duncan@dsbg.org A Tour and Trip Form can be found on their website.