Parts of a Plant Worksheet
Learning Objective: Pupils can identify and label the main parts of a plant and describe their functions
About this resource
This engaging KS1 science worksheet is designed for Year 1 pupils to explore the fascinating world of plants. It allows children to identify and label the main parts of a plant, while also encouraging them to think about the function of each part, directly supporting the UK National Curriculum's science objectives for understanding living things. Teachers can use this resource to reinforce learning, assess understanding, or as a stimulating homework activity.
Foundation Task
Label the plant diagram with these words: roots, stem, leaf, flower, petal
Match the plant part to its job:
| Part | Job |
|---|---|
| Roots | Makes seeds |
| Stem | Takes in water from soil |
| Leaf | Holds the plant up |
| Flower | Makes food from sunlight |
Core Task
Label the plant diagram with ALL parts: roots, stem, leaf, flower, petal, stamen, seed.
Write a sentence about each part explaining its job:
- The roots...
- The stem...
- The leaves...
- The flower...
Challenge Task
Draw and label your own plant from observation (use a real plant in the classroom).
Explain how water travels from the soil to the leaves. Use these words: roots, stem, absorb, transport.
What would happen to a plant if it had no roots? No leaves? Explain your answers.
Fun Fact
The tallest tree in the world is a coast redwood in California called Hyperion — it's over 115 metres tall! That's taller than the Statue of Liberty!
Differentiation
SEN Support
Pre-drawn diagram with arrows pointing to parts. Word bank with pictures. Matching activity with visual support.
EAL Support
Visual vocabulary cards for plant parts. Sentence frames: 'The [part] helps the plant by...' Paired labelling.
Gifted & Talented
Research photosynthesis at a simple level. Draw a diagram showing how plants make food from sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide.
Key Vocabulary
Assessment Criteria
- Can label main plant parts
- Can describe the function of each part
- Can explain how parts work together