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Science With Leaves
Science With Leaves
Introduction: Discuss that the job of leaves are to make food for trees and what happens in the fall when the leaves start to change color and fall off the trees. Discuss how each tree type has different leaves with different shapes and colors. (3-5 minutes) 4 learning stations (8-10 minutes per station):
1. Leaf Examination
Students will examine different leaves and categorize by texture, color and type. Students can sort by size and type. Supplies: Leaf key with contact paper. Bring examples of leaves. Possibly graph the number of each leaf type if time allows