S2.1.1 For the adult
Plant parts and their jobs
What does each part of a plant do?
What this chapter teaches
The root holds the plant in the soil and takes in water. The stem holds it up and carries water to the leaves. The leaf makes food and the flower makes seeds. Most of a plant's water comes in at the roots.
Three questions to ask
There is no one right wording. Listen for the idea.
- If a plant lost its roots, what could it no longer do?
- How would you show water moving up a stem?
- Why might a plant with all its leaves cut off stop growing?
After the chapter, the learner can
- Explain the jobs of the root, stem, leaf and flower
- Show water moving up a stem with coloured water or ink
What they copy into their notebook
The root takes in water and holds the plant. The stem holds the plant up and carries water. The leaf makes food. The flower makes seeds.