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Jack and the Beanstalk Bean

Modified: Mar 1, 2021 · Published: May 4, 2016 by Emma Vanstone · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Growing a plant from seed is a great way for children to learn about the conditions plants need to grow successfully. Beans are an obvious choice as they are a nice big seed, grow relatively quickly ( they should have a large stem and leaves after about 10 days ), get big roots and grow quite tall. We’ve had mixed results with our beans this year though, so if you want something more reliable I’d recommend cress or rocket, both of which have grown fantastically for us recently.

We made this bean into a Jack and the Beanstalk bean, to make your own, download the printable beanstalk here. We used double sided tape to attach a lolly stick to the beanstalk allowing it to stand up.

Grow a beanstalk for Jack - easy plant science for kids #gardeningforkids

How to successfully grow a bean

  • Beans need a relatively warm temperature so don’t try to grow them before spring.
  • Beans need to be watered a couple of times a week, and planted in well drained soil.
  • Beans like the sun, leave them in a sunny spot.
  • Watch out for insects and protect the beans where possible.
  • To grow a bean in a jar, just swill some water around the jar, add a damp piece of cotton wool or kitchen roll and place the bean so it’s resting on the cotton wool/kitchen roll. Remember to spray with water every couple of days.
Bean plant growing in a plant pot #scienceforkids - easy plant science for kids
Bean Plant – Plant Science for Kids

More bean experiments

Did you know that beans don’t need sunlight to germinate? Try leaving one bean in the dark and one in the light to investigate for yourself.

bean grown in the dark - plant science for kids

Grow a bean in a bag like Teach Preschool or even in a CD case.

Dissect a bean like Buggy and Buddy.

Key stage 1 Science – Plants

Find out and describe how plants need water, light and a suitable temperature to grow and stay healthy

Observe and describe how seeds and bulbs grow into mature plants

If you liked this activity, you’ll LOVE our other easy plant science experiments for kids!

Last Updated on March 1, 2021 by Emma Vanstone

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