The parts of a flower
I can describe the functions of flowers on flowering plants and identify some parts of a flower.
The parts of a flower
I can describe the functions of flowers on flowering plants and identify some parts of a flower.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Flowers play an important part in the life cycle of a flowering plant.
- The anther is a part of the stamen that produces and holds the dusty pollen. Anthers are male parts of the flower.
- The stigma is a female part of the flower and is sticky.
- The ovary is where seeds are formed.
- Petals are brightly coloured to attract animals, such as insects and birds, to carry pollen to another flower.
Keywords
Stamen - The male parts of a flower are called the stamen.
Anther - The anther is a part of the stamen that produces and holds pollen.
Stigma - The stigma is a sticky part at the top of the female parts of a flower.
Ovary - Seeds are formed inside the ovary of a flower.
Petal - A petal is a part of a flower which is often colourful and attracts insects to pollinate the flower.
Common misconception
Pupils may think the function of flowers is to make plants look nice or that they are there for the benefit of humans.
Explain that flowers are the reproductive parts of a plant that allow it to make more seeds.
Equipment
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Content guidance
- Exploration of objects
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.This part of a plant is called a .
Q2.True or false? Every plant produces flowers.
Q3.Which of these pictures show seeds?
Q4.Which of these parts of the plant is called a petal?
Q5.A life cycle is …
Q6.What is the function of flowers on a plant?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.The brightly coloured parts of flowers that attract insects towards them are called .
Q2.Flowers play an important part in the life cycle of a flowering plant. Match the name to the correct part of the flower.
petal
stigma
anther
ovary