The resident gardeners visited Year 2 this week and all children took part in a workshop. The children were able to draw upon their knowledge of their science unit last half term, Plants, to dissect a lily and name the different parts.
Practical Learning in Year 2!
The resident gardeners visited Year 2 this week and all children took part in a workshop. The children were able to draw upon their knowledge of their science unit last half term, Plants, to dissect a lily and name the different parts.
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