Grow Your Own Sunflower

20 mins Ages 3-10 Outdoor

A playful, screen-free adventure designed to spark curiosity, sensory exploration, and fine motor skills for kids aged 3 to 10.

Materials Needed

  • • Sunflower seeds (4–6)
  • • Plant pot (large) (1)
  • • Potting compost (enough to fill pot)
  • • Watering can (1)
  • • Ruler for measuring (1)
  • • Growth chart paper (1)

Pro Tips

  • → Measure sunflower growth weekly and chart it
  • → Give the sunflower a name!
  • → Watch for birds visiting when it blooms

Safety First

Wash hands after handling soil. Not suitable for children with soil allergies.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

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Step 1

Fill a pot with compost and make a small hole 2cm deep.

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Step 2

Place 1–2 sunflower seeds in the hole and cover with soil.

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Step 3

Water gently — the soil should be damp, not soggy.

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Step 4

Place the pot in a sunny spot and water every few days.

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Step 5

Measure and record growth each week in a growth chart.

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Step 6

Watch it bloom — usually in 8–12 weeks!

What they are learning

Plant biology Responsibility Patience and care