Fundamental Science Key Stage 1: Roots, Stems, Leaves and Flowers: All About Plant Parts


Book Description

This series covers the entire programme of study for science at Key Stage 1. It will be supported with free downloadable teacher resources. Each title includes imaginative ideas for hands-on activities, experiments and investigations, discussion topics and critical thinking questions.




Plant Parts


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Roots, stems, and leaves are just some of a plant’s most important parts. Readers get a detailed look at these and other plant parts as they closely examine some of the world’s most interesting plants. Vibrant, full-color photographs of plants fill each page, and clear diagrams help readers gain a deeper understanding of the ways plant parts work together. These basic biology lessons are presented to early learners through age-appropriate text that is closely aligned with common science curriculum topics. What parts do plants use to make their own food? The answer is waiting for readers to discover!




Roots, Stems, Leaves, and Flowers


Book Description

In this book, readers will discover all about the basic structure of plants and the jobs that roots, stems, leaves, and flowers do. Packed with information about wild and garden plants, this title gets readers investigating how plants take in water, make food with their leaves, and produce seeds. Students will even get to go on scavenger hunts to find out all about leaves, tree bark, and colorful flower petals.




Parts of a Plant (Set)


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Plants need their many different parts to live and grow. From roots and stems to leaves and flowers, these parts aren't just helpful for plants; they're also used by people. Recipes provided in each book help readers understand this, providing an authentic learning exercise. Readers discover the basic science concepts behind how each part of a plant contributes to its growth and functioning, and they also learn how different plant parts are used by humans for medicine and other important things. Detailed glossaries and bold, full-color photographs provide extra insight into this interesting topic that will strengthen readers' knowledge of essential science curriculum topics. Features include: Creative design elements help visual learners better understand the function of various plant parts. Recipes allow readers to see how plant parts are used in their daily lives and encourage an appreciation for science in the kitchen. Additional activities foster a hands-on approach to science.




Primary Science: Knowledge and Understanding


Book Description

A secure knowledge of primary science is essential for the trainee teacher. Clear subject knowledge and understanding is the foundation of confident, creative and effective teaching. Written to help trainee primary teachers develop and consolidate their knowledge of science, this fourth edition has been completely revised and updated. The text is structured around the current curriculum and incorporates the Primary National Strategy. All content is linked to the 2007 QTS Standards and new links are made to the Early Years Foundation Stage.




Parts of a Plant


Book Description

Shows the parts of a plant including the roots, stem, and leaves, using an easy-to-read text that incorporates phonics instruction.




Primary Science: Knowledge and Understanding


Book Description

The essential subject knowledge text for primary science. Secure subject knowledge and understanding is the foundation of confident, creative and effective teaching. The 5th edition of this popular text has a number of new features including a new self assessment section and M level extension boxes to provide further challenge in all chapters. References to the 2007 QTS Standards and the Early Years Foundation Stage are also included. With full coverage of the science curriculum, and updated research summaries reflecting the latest thinking, this text is written to help trainee primary teachers develop and consolidate their knowledge of science.




Parts of a Plant (Set)


Book Description

Plants need their many different parts to live and grow. From roots and stems to leaves and flowers, these parts aren't just helpful for plants; they're also used by people. Recipes provided in each book help readers understand this, providing an authentic learning exercise. Readers discover the basic science concepts behind how each part of a plant contributes to its growth and functioning, and they also learn how different plant parts are used by humans for medicine and other important things. Detailed glossaries and bold, full-color photographs provide extra insight into this interesting topic that will strengthen readers' knowledge of essential science curriculum topics. Features include: Creative design elements help visual learners better understand the function of various plant parts. Recipes allow readers to see how plant parts are used in their daily lives and encourage an appreciation for science in the kitchen. Additional activities foster a hands-on approach to science.




Access to Science


Book Description

This accessible and practical teaching resource focuses on access to the science curriculum for pupils with learning difficulties. Within an inclusive framework of participation and achievement for all, the core of the book provides support and ideas for the effective planning and implementation of well-differentiated science-focused activities. The book offers activities that are designed to motivate and challenge pupils with diverse individual needs; guidance on differentiation in early years and across all key stages; suggestions for teaching early developmental skills through sensory science; defined learning outcomes that demonstrate progression in curriculum content and experience; assessment and recording opportunities; and guidance on how to incorporate science in a cross-curricular way. Written by authors who have direct experience in the field, this book will provide practical help to all those working with pupils with learning difficulties in early years settings and in mainstream and special schools.




Roots


Book Description

The important science concept of plant growth is featured in this beautiful, easily accessible book on roots. Clear photographs and simple, engaging text describe roots and how they help plants live and grow.