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Merritt, Eileen; Peterson, Alex; Evans, Stacy; Marston, Sallie A. – Science and Children, 2021
The United States is divided into 15 broad ecological regions, each one home to a variety of fascinating native plants. In the Southwest, creosote bushes are found in and around the Mojave, Chihuahuan, and Sonoran deserts at elevations below 5,000 feet and is one of the oldest living things on Earth--approximately 11,700 years old. This evergreen…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Plants (Botany), Sustainability, Cultural Awareness
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Straus, Kristina M.; Chudler, Eric H. – CBE - Life Sciences Education, 2016
Classroom exploration of plant-based medicines and ethnobotany is a timely and valuable way to engage students in science. This Feature highlights Internet-based resources to help teachers in primary and secondary classrooms incorporate lessons and activities to teach about plant medicines. These Internet resources include curricula, videos, sites…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Educational Resources, Internet, Plants (Botany)