Course overview
The Plants & Earth Study course introduces students to the wonders of nature through the exploration of plants, soil, water, and ecosystems. Designed for elementary to middle school learners, this course promotes curiosity, observation, and understanding of how the Earth supports all living things. Through hands-on activities, visual lessons, and outdoor learning opportunities, students will gain foundational knowledge about the environment and the role plants play in our planet’s health.
Course objectives
By the end of this course students will be able to:
Key topics covered
- 1Plant Anatomy & Growth
- 2Soil, Water, Photosynthesis & Energy
- 3Ecosystems & Biodiversity
- 4Earth Care & Sustainability
Course curriculum
Objective: Introduce students to plant biology, growth, and the natural processes that sustain plant life.
Parts of a Plant
Roots, stems, leaves, flowers, seeds, and their functions
How each part helps the plant survive and grow
Plant Life Cycle
Topics covered: Seed Germination, Growth, Flowering & Pollination, Seed dispersal
Conditions needed for each stage (sunlight, soil, water, air)
Pollination & Seed Dispersal
Role of bees, wind, water and animals in pollination
Different ways seeds travel and grow into new plants
Objective: Teach students about soil, water, ecosystems, and human impact on the environment.
Soil & Its Role
Layers of soil: topsoil, subsoil, bedrock
Types of soil: sandy, clay, loamy
Importance of soil for plant growth and food production
The Water Cycle
Evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection
How plants depend on and affect the water cycle
Ecosystems & Plant Adaptations
Types of ecosystems: forest, desert, grassland, wetland
Food chains and the role of plants as producers
Human Impact on Earth
Deforestation, pollution, and climate change
Importance of trees in reducing carbon dioxide
Sustainable practices: composting, recycling, planting trees
