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Plant Parts Detective

jodi.gundrum

Tier 3
For Schools

Lesson Plan

Plant Detective Plan

Students will identify and label the five main parts of a plant (roots, stem, leaves, flower, fruit) using AAC supports through interactive slides, hands-on matching, and a guided worksheet.

Understanding plant parts builds foundational science vocabulary and observation skills. Using AAC supports ensures access for communication-diverse learners, boosting confidence and reinforcing word–picture associations.

Audience

2nd Grade (AAC users)

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Interactive, multisensory exploration with AAC support

Materials

  • Interactive Plant Detective Slides, - Plant Part Matching Cards, - Plant Detective Guided Worksheet, - AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart, and - A real potted plant or high-resolution plant photo

Prep

Prepare Materials

10 minutes

  • Print and cut out the Plant Part Matching Cards
  • Print the Plant Detective Guided Worksheet
  • Review the flow of the Interactive Plant Detective Slides
  • Gather a real potted plant or set up a clear plant photograph
  • Place the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart within student reach for reference

Step 1

Introduction & Slide Exploration

5 minutes

  • Tell the student they are a ‘Plant Detective’ today.
  • Display slide 1 of the Interactive Plant Detective Slides.
  • Prompt the student to notice the plant and use AAC device or chart to say “plant.”
  • Encourage pointing to the whole plant on the slide.

Step 2

Identify Each Plant Part

10 minutes

  • Show one slide per part (roots, stem, leaves, flower, fruit) using the Interactive Plant Detective Slides.
  • On each slide, display the part label, photograph, and corresponding symbol from the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart.
  • Ask the student to select the symbol and say the word via AAC or point to the chart.
  • Model pronunciation and reinforce correct responses with praise.

Step 3

Hands-On Matching Activity

8 minutes

  • Spread out the Plant Part Matching Cards face up.
  • Invite the student to match each picture card with its word card and symbol from the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart.
  • Provide prompts as needed (e.g., “Which one is the leaves?”).
  • Confirm matches and correct gently if needed.

Step 4

Guided Worksheet Practice

7 minutes

  • Hand the student the Plant Detective Guided Worksheet.
  • Guide them to label each plant part by drawing a line from the word to the picture.
  • Allow use of the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart for reference.
  • Provide immediate feedback and celebrate completion.
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Slide Deck

Be a Plant Detective!

Let’s learn about the five main parts of a plant.

Welcome the student and introduce today’s mission: “You are a Plant Detective! We will explore a plant and find its parts.” Point to the title and use the AAC device or AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart to say “plant” and “detective.”

Meet the Plant

[Image of a whole plant]

This is a plant.

Show the whole plant image. Ask: “What is this?” Encourage the student to use their AAC device or point to the “plant” symbol on the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart. Provide praise: “Great job saying ‘plant’!”

Roots

[Image of plant roots]

Roots [AAC symbol for “roots”]

Display the roots image. Ask: “Where are the roots?” Guide the student to point to or select the roots symbol on the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart and say “roots.” Model pronunciation and reinforce: “Yes, those are the roots!”

Stem

[Image of plant stem]

Stem [AAC symbol for “stem”]

Show the stem image. Prompt: “Can you find the stem?” Help the student locate the stem symbol on the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart and say “stem.” Provide feedback: “Fantastic! That’s the stem.”

Leaves

[Image of plant leaves]

Leaves [AAC symbol for “leaves”]

Reveal the leaves image. Ask: “What part are the green things?” Encourage the student to pick the leaves symbol on the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart and say “leaves.” Celebrate: “You found the leaves!”

Flower

[Image of plant flower]

Flower [AAC symbol for “flower”]

Display the flower image. Ask: “What do you call this colorful part?” Guide the student to select the flower symbol on the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart and say “flower.” Praise: “Lovely! That is the flower.”

Fruit

[Image of plant fruit]

Fruit [AAC symbol for “fruit”]

Show the fruit image. Ask: “What does this plant make?” Help the student find and say the fruit symbol on the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart. Reinforce: “Yes! That’s the fruit.” End with: “Great detective work today!”

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Worksheet

Plant Detective Guided Worksheet

1. Label the Plant Diagram

Draw a line from each number on the plant picture to the correct label below.
(Use the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart if you need help.)

[Image of a whole plant with numbers 1–5]










Labels:
Roots ................................................................

Stem ................................................................

Leaves ................................................................

Flower ................................................................

Fruit ................................................................

2. Match the Words to the Pictures

Draw a line from each word on the left to the matching picture on the right.

Roots [Image of roots]


Stem [Image of stem]


Leaves [Image of leaves]


Flower [Image of flower]


Fruit [Image of fruit]


3. Draw the AAC Symbol

Use the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart to guide you. In each box, draw the matching AAC symbol.

Roots: [ ]


Stem: [ ]


Leaves: [ ]


Flower: [ ]


Fruit: [ ]

Great detective work! You’ve labeled, matched, and drawn symbols for all five plant parts.

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Lesson Plan

Plant Parts Detective

Students will use AAC supports to identify and label the five main parts of a plant—roots, stem, leaves, flower, and fruit—through interactive slides, hands-on matching cards, and a guided worksheet.

This lesson develops foundational plant science vocabulary and observation skills while providing AAC users with accessible communication supports. It reinforces word–picture–symbol associations, boosting confidence and engagement in science learning.

Audience

2nd Grade (AAC users)

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Interactive, multisensory exploration with AAC support

Materials

  • Interactive Plant Detective Slides, - Plant Part Matching Cards, - Plant Detective Guided Worksheet, - AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart, and - Real Potted Plant or High-Resolution Plant Photo

Prep

Prepare Materials

10 minutes

  • Print and cut out the Plant Part Matching Cards
  • Print the Plant Detective Guided Worksheet
  • Review the flow of the Interactive Plant Detective Slides
  • Gather a real potted plant or set up a clear plant photograph
  • Place the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart within student reach for reference

Step 1

Introduction & Slide Exploration

5 minutes

  • Tell the student they are a ‘Plant Detective’ today.
  • Display slide 1 of the Interactive Plant Detective Slides.
  • Prompt the student to notice the plant and use AAC device or chart to say “plant.”
  • Encourage pointing to the whole plant on the slide.

Step 2

Identify Each Plant Part

10 minutes

  • Show one slide per part (roots, stem, leaves, flower, fruit) using the Interactive Plant Detective Slides.
  • On each slide, display the part label, photograph, and corresponding symbol from the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart.
  • Ask the student to select the symbol and say the word via AAC or point to the chart.
  • Model pronunciation and reinforce correct responses with praise.

Step 3

Hands-On Matching Activity

8 minutes

  • Spread out the Plant Part Matching Cards face up.
  • Invite the student to match each picture card with its word card and symbol from the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart.
  • Provide prompts as needed (e.g., “Which one is the leaves?”).
  • Confirm matches and correct gently if needed.

Step 4

Guided Worksheet Practice

7 minutes

  • Hand the student the Plant Detective Guided Worksheet.
  • Guide them to label each plant part by drawing a line from the word to the picture.
  • Allow use of the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart for reference.
  • Provide immediate feedback and celebrate completion.
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Activity

Plant Part Matching Cards

Print this page and cut along the dotted lines to create three sets of cards: Picture Cards, Word Cards, and AAC Symbol Cards. Use these cards in the matching activity to help students connect plant part photos, printed words, and AAC symbols.

Picture Cards (5 cards)

• [Image of roots]
• [Image of stem]
• [Image of leaves]
• [Image of flower]
• [Image of fruit]

Word Cards (5 cards)

• ROOTS
• STEM
• LEAVES
• FLOWER
• FRUIT

AAC Symbol Cards (5 cards)

• [AAC symbol for “roots”]
• [AAC symbol for “stem”]
• [AAC symbol for “leaves”]
• [AAC symbol for “flower”]
• [AAC symbol for “fruit”]

Instructions for Use:

  1. Shuffle all cards and place them face up on the table.
  2. Ask the student to find a Picture Card and then locate the matching Word Card and AAC Symbol Card.
  3. Encourage the student to use their AAC device or the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart to say or point to the word.
  4. Continue until all sets are matched.
  5. Provide praise and corrective feedback as needed.
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Reading

AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart

Use this chart to help you remember and say each part of a plant. Look at the photo, find the matching AAC symbol, and say the word.

Plant PartPhotoAAC SymbolWord
Roots[Image of plant roots][AAC symbol for “roots”]ROOTS
Stem[Image of plant stem][AAC symbol for “stem”]STEM
Leaves[Image of plant leaves][AAC symbol for “leaves”]LEAVES
Flower[Image of plant flower][AAC symbol for “flower”]FLOWER
Fruit[Image of plant fruit][AAC symbol for “fruit”]FRUIT

Keep this chart within reach as you work on your matching cards and worksheet. Point to a symbol to say the word or ask for help whenever you need it!

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Cool Down

Plant Part Exit Ticket

Use your AAC device or the AAC Symbol Plant Parts Chart to complete the exit ticket.

1. Name Two Plant Parts

  1. ___________________________________________________

  2. ___________________________________________________

2. Share One Interesting Thing You Learned Today





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