🌱 Topic Summary
Growing a bean plant is a fantastic way for kids to learn about the basics of plant biology and the life cycle. It demonstrates how a tiny seed can sprout and grow into a plant with roots, a stem, and leaves. This simple activity teaches children about the importance of water, sunlight, and soil for plant growth. It also fosters patience and observation skills as they watch their bean plant develop over time.
The process begins with a seed containing all the necessary nutrients for initial growth. When placed in the right conditions (moisture, warmth), the seed germinates. Germination is when the seed starts to sprout, sending out roots to absorb water and nutrients, and a shoot that will grow towards the sunlight.
🧪 Part A: Vocabulary
Match each word with its definition:
| Word |
Definition |
| 1. Germination |
A. The part of the plant that absorbs water and nutrients from the soil. |
| 2. Seed |
B. The process by which a plant grows from a seed. |
| 3. Root |
C. The part of the plant that grows upwards and supports leaves. |
| 4. Stem |
D. A small, embryonic plant enclosed in a covering. |
| 5. Photosynthesis |
E. The process by which plants use sunlight to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide and water. |
📝 Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Use the words below to fill in the missing spaces in the paragraph.
Words: sunlight, water, nutrients, soil, leaves
To grow, a bean plant needs __________, __________ from the __________, and __________. The __________ help the plant make food through photosynthesis.
🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking
Why is it important to give a plant the right amount of water and sunlight?