The Secret Life of Plants and Animals · Life Science

Plant Power and Growth

Investigating the life cycle of flowering plants and the role of light and water in their development.

Key Questions

  1. 1What causes a tiny seed to turn into a tall sunflower?
  2. 2How do we know if a plant is healthy or struggling?
  3. 3What would happen to a plant if we kept it in a dark cupboard for a week?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Living ThingsNCCA: Primary - Plants and Animals
Class/Year: 2nd Year
Subject: Young Explorers: Investigating Our World
Unit: The Secret Life of Plants and Animals
Period: Life Science

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