Botany is one of the quintessential components of a Montessori education. It goes beyond simply understanding the processes of nature and encourages children to value and advocate for our Earth. By witnessing the intricacies of the inner workings of a leaf, a child is far more likely to appreciate and respect the plant and encourages others to do the same. ContentsPgs. 2-4: Photosynthesis Reading Passage (810-1100 Lexile) Pg. 5: The Leaf as a Factory Poster Pgs. 6-8: Photosynthesis 3-Part Cards