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* Wk 16 - Science - Learning about Plants: Photosynthesis

Grade Level:

1

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Science

Topic:

Has your child ever wondered why the leaves change colors in the fall? In this unit your child will learn about photosynthesis and how plants make their own food with sunlight. After children learn about the concept of photosynthesis, they can understand that the leaves change colors in the fall when there is not enough sunlight for photosynthesis to occur. They will also see first hand how plants need light and water to survive by experimenting with plant clippings. By building their own terrarium, children will get a first hand look at how plants create their own food.

Objective:

Identify the parts of a leaf and the function of each part.
Learn what photosynthesis is.
Discover why the leaves change colors in the fall.

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Day 1:
computer

Day 2:
book
2-liter soda bottle, cleaned with soap and water
•Scissors
•Soil
•Small plant that likes humidity
•Pebbles
•Small plastic animals
•Bits of bark
•Masking tape


Day 3:
book
computer

Day 4:
book
computer
paper
pencil

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