Plant Parts

Dear Parents and Students,

Today in class we identified the major parts of plants, and described how each part contributes to the plant’s survival. We also discussed the basic needs of plants. Below I have outlined the key points from today’s class.

Parts of Plants: *Taken from the Science Curriculum*

Roots: soak up food and water for the plant.

Stem: carry water and food to the rest of the plant.

Leaves: make food for the plant with the help of the sun.

Flowers: grow fruit and seeds for new plants.

Basic Needs of Plants: air, water, light, warmth, and space.

See how well you know the major parts of the plant by clicking on this short, but fun activity. As always, ask your parents for permission first before clicking on this link. Label the Plant Activity 

In tomorrow’s class we will be doing a small investigation, where we will be observing and comparing the parts of a variety of plants. We will also continue to discuss three more important parts of plants: stamen, pistil, and fruit. Stay tuned…

~ Ms. Murzydlo ~