Plant NourishmentMs. Stewart’s 5th grade class

Remember?What does a plant cell have that an animal

cell does not have?Chloroplast Cell wall

What is needed for photosynthesis?WaterSunlightCarbon Dioxide

When animal cells are put together, what do they make?Tissue

Did you know that plant cells also form tissue?

Plant tissues?Xylem

Carries water andnutrients up to the leaves

Found in leaves and stems

Hollow and hard

Phloem Carries sugars and nutrients throughout the plant from the leaves

Soft

How does nourishment happen?

Roots-absorb water and nutrients

Xylem-transports water and nutrients to leaves

And then…Photosynthesis occurs

What do plants ‘eat’?

Phloem-takes nutrients and food back through plant

Why do plants need nourishment?

Let’s Review…….What part of the plant absorbs water?

Roots

What does the xylem carry?Water and nutrients

Which part of the plant takes sucrose (sugar) throughout the plant?Phloem

Activity TimeAs a group, you will explain to the class the

nourishment process of a plant. Each group will explain the process in a creative way, other than standing up and talking to the class. Examples can include singing a song, acting out in a play or writing a poem. If your group thinks of another way to present to the class, your idea must get approval from the teacher.

**Remember, all group members must participate and be cooperative and respectful of everyone else’s ideas.