Photosynthesis: How Plants Make Food
Grade 5th Grade · Science · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can describe how plants use sunlight, water, and air to make their own food.
Warm-Up Video
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Photosynthesis for Kids | Learn how plants MAKE their own food
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Photosynthesis is the process that enables green plants, algae, and some bacteria to make their own food.
- 2
The word Photosynthesis comes from two words: Photo, which means light, and Synthesis, which means to make.
- 3
Three elements are required for a plant to perform Photosynthesis: carbon dioxide, water, and light.
Practice Questions
10 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Name the three things plants need to perform photosynthesis and make their own food.”
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