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What Are the Parts of a Flower?

June 1, 2011
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What Are the Parts of a Flower?

“More Nature Songs, sung by Marais & Miranda, is part of the 6 LP set Singing Science. This set came out in the late 50s/early 60s and exposed kids to different science topics through fun and catchy little songs.”

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The Modern Language of Flowers

May 30, 2011
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The Modern Language of Flowers

If you lived in Victorian times and wanted to tell someone that you loved them, you would have given them a red rose. In the Language of Flowers, roses have always been a symbol for deep affection. Did you know however, that receiving a bunch of dill meant that the giver was looking for some casual “fun” with no strings attached? Garlic on the other hand was used as a direct insult by signaling the recipient that he/she was an evil force (think vampire) or illness which needed to be fended off. Also, it made the person stink –...

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