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Terrarium
Age Group:
5 to 10 years old
Materials Needed:
A terrarium is a world in miniature.
- Large clear plastic container (a large, clear plastic soda bottle works well if you cut off the top)
- Gravel
- Small plants
- Rocks, branches, moss
- Plastic wrap
Activity:
- Place a layer of pebbles for drainage in the bottom of the plastic container.
- Cover the pebbles with a two-inch layer of topsoil.
- Place a few small rocks to add beauty and to hold heat during cold nights.
- Select plants that will survive in the growing conditions, i.e., sunny or shady.
- Water the terrarium until it is moist, but not too much.
- Cover the opening with plastic wrap.


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