Learning about Photosynthesis

October thru November- Mondays Noon – 1pm

Join us in learning about photosynthesis. With the Autumn leaves changing from green to yellow, orange and red, this time of the year is perfect for introducing children to the amazing process called photosynthesis and the well know green pigment called chlorophyll that enables it to happen.

It is fun for children to understand that the autumnal leaf colors are actually there all year round. When it starts to get cold many plants stop making chlorophyll and as it disappears the leaves showcase all the beautiful warm colors that we all love so much. And this opens up a whole raft of questions and interesting facts about plants, their leaves and why/how some plants do not change color in Autumn and do not lose their leaves either.

Plants are amazing organisms and understanding their biology is a key step for any child interested in gardening as it makes them more aware of what a plant needs in order to survive and thrive.