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How to Grow a Monster: The Needs of a Zucchini Plant

Students read How to Grow a Monster, describe the needs of a zucchini plant, identify the structure and function of zucchini plant parts, grow classroom zucchini plants, and experiment with different environments and growing conditions.

Grades
K – 2
Estimated Time
1-2 hours, plus observation time for seedling and plant growth.
Updated
September 20, 2023

Background

Lesson Activities

Credits

Author

Bekka Israelsen | Utah Agriculture in the Classroom

Standards

National Content Area Standards

  • Science
    • K-ESS3: Earth and Human Activity
      • K-ESS3-1: Use a model to represent the relationship between the needs of different plants or animals (including humans) and the places they live.
    • K-LS1: From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes
      • K-LS1-1: Use observations to describe patterns of what plants and animals (including humans) need to survive.
    • 2-LS2: Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics
      • 2-LS2-1: Plan and conduct an investigation to determine if plants need sunlight and water to grow.