An activity where children germinate seeds and grow seedlings.

This document contains guidance on how to undertake, smaller, fiddlier planting projects without wearing gardening gloves.

In this issue: mini planting projects, buying planting stock and harvesting seeds, mini propagators, germinating seeds and growing seedlings, using a grow lamp, small scale growing safety advice.

This term we prepare for November with some safety advice for fireworks and a safe recipe for slime. We introduce two new projects, the Primary Science Quality Mark and Getting Practical. There's also a few tips on developing your school grounds.