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Summary:

• Plants grow leaves in the spring and begin the process of photosynthesis,
• Close observation can reveal the slight differences between the shapes and colors in plant cells,
• Use your Foldscope to collect data about the shape and color of a variety of plant cells and share it on the Microcosmos!!

Summary:

• Dr. Marie Clark Taylor, an African American botanist was the first woman of any race to get an advanced scientific degree from Fordham University,
• Taylor encouraged the use of microscopes and real biological samples in schools to improve science education,
• Use your Foldscope to observe botany in action and share what you discover on the Microcosmos!!

Foldscope Explores... The Fibonacci Sequence

This blog explores the pattern of numbers known as the Fibonacci Sequence. You will learn how to calculate numbers in the sequence, how to model the numbers into a spiral, and how to find the Fibonacci Sequence in nature! And of course, you will take a close look at what you find by putting it in a Foldscope!

Summary:

• The colors of fall leaves are inside the leaves all year round.
• Observations of color gradation is a way to incorporate the elements of art into your science lesson.
• Studying the process of color change in leaves will improve understanding of the life cycle of trees.
• Share your observations with others to show what you learned!

Summary:

• Sand is a great way to ease into the new school year
• Sand is interdisciplinary
• Sand makes science fun
• Share your observations with others to show what you learned!