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Growing beans in a bag is an activity I remember doing when I was in school, so I thought it would be fun to do it with my son. He loved seeing the beans grow, and checked them daily to see if there were any changes!
This is such a great way for your kids to watch the process of how a plant grows. It’s something that we normally don’t get to see, since it usually happens while buried in soil.
All you need is a plastic bag, paper towel, beans, and this (optional) free printable, and you can grow beans in a bag too!
What kind of beans can I use?
Lima beans and pinto beans will grow the fastest, but any dried beans that you already have at home will work.
Jack and the Beanstalk
For toddlers and preschoolers, a fun activity would be to read the book Jack and the Beanstalk, and then to grow these “magic beans” in a bag. The kids will be excited to see the beanstalks shoot up!
How do you grow beans in a bag?
Supplies:
- dried beans
- paper towel
- Ziploc bag
- free printable
- markers/crayons
- tape
Step 1: Soak your beans overnight. This step is optional, but it will make your beans grow faster.
Step 2: Color the free printable, then cut out the square in the middle.
Step 3: Slightly wet a paper towel so it’s damp (not soaked) and insert it in the plastic bag. Place the beans in the bag and seal it. Then, tape the bag to the back of the paper.
Step 4: Tape the paper to a window that gets a good amount of sunlight. And that’s it! Sit back, and watch your beans grow! The beans will normally start to sprout in 3-7 days.
The paper towel may get a little moldy over time. If so, gently remove it and replace it with a fresh, damp paper towel.
Once your beans have grown roots and a stem, you can plant them and continue to watch them grow. Check out this Easy Self Watering Milk Jug Planter.
Download the Free Printable
Download the free printable to frame your beans in a bag!
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