Engage students with a brief discussion about the diversity of plants around the world and their importance to life on Earth.
Go to the LessonLearning Objectives
- Identify and describe the basic parts of a plant, including roots, stems, and leaves.
- Explain the function of roots in anchoring the plant and absorbing water and minerals.
- Understand how the stem supports the plant and transports water and nutrients.
- Describe how leaves contribute to the food-making process and the exchange of gases in plants.
Introduction and Hook
Introduce the basic parts of a plant: roots, stems, and leaves, and their functions in plant survival and growth.
Direct Instruction
Watch the video 'Parts of a Plants – Roots, Stems and Leaves' to understand the functions and importance of each plant part.
Explain the role of roots in anchoring the plant and absorbing water and minerals from the soil.
Guided Exploration
Explore the function of stems in supporting the plant and transporting nutrients by watching the video 'Root Functions'.
Discuss how leaves contribute to photosynthesis and gas exchange, emphasizing their role in the plant's food-making process.
Hands-On Activity
Conduct a hands-on activity where students classify and label different plant parts using real plant samples.
Independent Practice
Encourage students to observe and draw different plants in their environment, focusing on identifying roots, stems, and leaves.
Ask students to write a short paragraph explaining how each part of the plant contributes to its survival.
Check for Understanding
Facilitate a class discussion to review the functions of plant parts and address any misconceptions.
Review and Reflection
Reflect on the lesson by having students share what they found most interesting about plant parts and their functions.
Summarize the key points of the lesson, reinforcing the importance of roots, stems, and leaves in plant survival.
Assessment and Extension
Administer the 'Review – All About Plants' assessment to test comprehension of the entire unit.
Try the QuizEncourage students to explore further by researching different plant species and their unique adaptations.