“Leaves” explained in 4 pictures
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Children understand that leaves are part of a plant’s body, that they come in many shapes and colors, and that they do important jobs to help plants grow
💬 Leaves Are Part of a Plant’s Body
Leaves are part of a plant’s body. They are attached to stems and branches. Many leaves are green.
🤔 Where are leaves attached on a plant?
💬 Leaves Come in Many Shapes
Leaves do not all have the same shape. There are round leaves and long, thin leaves. Some leaves have jagged edges.
🤔 Which leaf shape looks the biggest?
💬 Let’s Look at the Lines in a Leaf
If you look closely at a leaf, you can see lines. These lines are called veins. Water and nutrients pass through the veins.
🤔 Where do the lines in the leaf stretch from and to?
💬 Leaves Help Plants
Leaves receive light from the sun. By receiving light, they help plants grow. That is why leaves are important for plants.
🤔 Where do leaves receive the sun’s light?