Parts of a tree trunk puzzle, layers of tree trunk, tree ring puzzle, dendrochronology

Can trees talk? Can they tell us age old stories like a very loving grandfather? Absolutely!This puzzle teaches 2 aspects of a tree:1. Anatomy of a tree trunkFeaturing the pith, heartwood, sapwood, inner bark, outer bark, cambium, xylem, phloem and medullary rays, this is an excellent addition to your botany shelf. It teaches the structure and functions of each part of the tree trunk.**Parts of the tree trunk cards can help with this. A PDF file is included with purchase. 2. Story of the tree's lifeThe tree rings can tell the story of the tree's existence - from early growth to late growth, from rainy season to dry season, fires it has survived, and more. The old grandfather tree can impart a LOT of knowledge of the climate of that area from studying the tree's rings. Wooden labels to study this is also included in the set.This material is made of hardwood maple and CMYK ink. The set measures 11"x11"×~1" thick.