🌍 Science & Nature
Parts of a Plant
Ages 5–7You will learn
Name the roots, stem, leaves and flower of a plant and say what each part does.
Before you start
Knowing that plants are living things that grow.
Quick answer
Most flowering plants have roots, a stem, leaves and flowers. Roots take in water, the stem holds the plant up and carries water, leaves use sunlight to make food, and flowers help make seeds.
Let’s learn
Plants are living things. Most plants with flowers have four main parts.
The four parts
| Part | Where it is | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| 🟫 Roots | under the soil | take in water and hold the plant in place |
| 🟩 Stem | above the soil | holds the plant up and carries water to the leaves |
| 🍃 Leaves | on the stem | use sunlight to make food for the plant |
| 🌸 Flower | at the top | helps the plant make seeds |
What do plants need?
Plants need water, light, air and space to grow. Without light, leaves cannot make food, and the plant becomes weak.
Check what you know
Choose an answer, then press Check. You can try again if you need to.
Try this next
Grow a bean seed in a clear jar with damp paper towel (with a grown-up). Watch for the roots and stem to appear over a few days.