Co-author Kit Macleod, senior research scientist at the James Hutton Institute based in Aberdeen, said a long-term project had been developing novel forage grasses but their environmental benefits had not really been tested.

BBC: Hybrid grass 'could reduce flooding impact'

The kit was prepared based on extensive research of existing teaching practices and needs in the field of heritage education and is targeting teachers and students of grades 5 and 6 and is complementary to the national curriculum.

UNESCO: OFFICE IN AMMAN