The students will construct a plant to survive in space. Performance A rubric will be used to show achievement in the student's final project. Student shows knowledge of the function of the three labeled parts. Student shows knowledge of the function of two labeled parts. Student shows knowledge of the function of one labeled part.
Student shows no knowledge of the function of the parts of the plant.
Student could not explain the reasons for their choice of plant. Have the students write and draw pictures of different plants they see. Return into the classroom to discuss the children's observations. Make a whole class chart grouping the different types of plants and talk about their similarities and differences. Point out the parts and discuss with your class the difference between monocot and dicot seeds.