Begin with a captivating story about a seed's journey to becoming a flowering plant. Use vivid imagery to engage students' imagination.
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- Understand the stages of the flowering plant life cycle.
- Explain the process of seed germination and its requirements.
- Identify the role of flowers in the reproduction of flowering plants.
- Describe the process of pollination and fertilization in flowering plants.
- Recognize the importance of fruits in seed protection and dispersal.
Introduction and Hook
Introduce the key stages of the flowering plant life cycle using a simple diagram to visualize the process.
Direct Instruction
Explain the process of seed germination and its requirements, highlighting the importance of water, warmth, and air.
Guided Exploration
Watch the video 'How Plants Grow' to understand the stages of plant growth from seed to mature plant.
Hands-On Activity
Conduct a seed germination experiment using bean seeds and observe the growth process over two weeks.
Independent Practice
Assign students to draw and label the stages of a flowering plant's life cycle, reinforcing their understanding of each stage.
Check for Understanding
Review and Reflection
Facilitate a class discussion to reflect on what students learned about the flowering plant life cycle and its importance.
Encourage students to share their observations from the seed germination experiment and discuss any surprising findings.
Assessment and Extension
Assign the 'Review – All About Plants' assessment to consolidate students' knowledge of plant biology and life cycles.
Encourage students to explore the 'Seed Dispersal' video to understand how seeds travel and the role of fruits in this process.
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