Section outline

  • EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...our priceless environment by researching native plants and animals

    Kia ora year 9s, this week we are learning about our priceless environment by looking at the structure and function of leaves.

    Success Criteria: 

    • I can label the different parts of a leaf
    • I can name the primary purpose of leaves
    • I can name the products of photosynthesis
    • I can observe and draw stomata using a microscope
    • I can explain why leaves are different shapes and sizes
    Activities:
    1. leaf rubbing and labelling activity
    2. Photosynthesis EP task
    3. Stomata microscope task
    4. Leaf adaptations identification