Free 1st Grade What plants need Worksheets
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These Grade 1 worksheets teach children ages 6-7 the basic needs of plants: sunlight, water, air, nutrients, and space to grow. Students learn how plants get what they need from their environment and what happens when a need goes unmet. A practical resource for teachers and parents connecting plant care to scientific thinking. Part of our plants worksheets collection.
What You'll Learn
- Identify the four things plants need to grow: water, sunlight, soil, and air
- Explain what happens to a plant that does not get enough sunlight or water
- Design a simple experiment to test what a plant needs to grow
FAQ
What does what plants need teach first graders?⌄
First graders learn that plants are living things with specific needs that must be met for them to survive and grow. They explore how sunlight powers food-making in leaves, how roots draw up water and minerals, and why plants wilt or yellow when something is missing. Understanding plant needs lays groundwork for ecosystems and food chains later on.
When do first graders learn what plants need?⌄
This topic is usually covered early in a Grade 1 plants unit, often as an introduction before students begin growing their own plants. It connects to NGSS life science standards about the needs of living organisms.
How can I use these worksheets at home?⌄
Use a houseplant or small garden to bring these worksheets to life. Try moving a plant to a dark spot for a few days and ask your child to predict and observe what changes. Worksheet activities pair naturally with simple experiments that show what happens when one need is removed.
Comments
3Lisa M.
Pre-K Teacher
I love that you're adding this. It fills a real gap in what's available for free online.
Sarah K.
Kindergarten Teacher
So excited for this to be ready! My students really need more practice with this topic.
Maria R.
Homeschool parent
Can't wait! This is exactly what we've been looking for. Please make it soon!
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