Soil is like a plant's home and kitchen all in one! It's where plants anchor their roots, so they don't fall over. Soil also holds water and nutrients – tiny bits of food – that plants need to grow big and strong. Without soil, most plants wouldn't be able to survive.
Match the word to its meaning:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Nutrients | a. Holds the plant in place |
| 2. Roots | b. A place where plants grow |
| 3. Soil | c. Food for the plant |
| 4. Support | d. Helps plants grow |
| 5. Water | e. A clear liquid that plants need to live. |
Fill in the missing words in the sentences below.
Plants need ________ to grow. Soil provides ________ and water to the plants. The ________ hold the plant in place. Without soil, plants cannot get what they need to survive and ________.
Imagine you are a plant. Why is soil important to you?
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