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Pumpkin Lifecycle Journey

Lesson Plan

Pumpkin Lifecycle Journey

Understanding the pumpkin lifecycle

Students will explore the lifecycle of a pumpkin from seed to harvest. They will engage in hands-on activities to understand each stage of growth. This lesson teaches students about plant biology in an engaging and interactive way, helping them grasp the concept of lifecycles and the importance of each growth stage.

Audience

Achievers (ages 9-10)

Time

45 mins

Approach

Understanding the pumpkin lifecycle

Materials

Pumpkin seeds, Soil, Plastic cups or small pots, Watering can, Lifecycle of Pumpkin Worksheet, Lifecycle of Pumpkin Quiz, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Briefly introduce the topic: lifecycle of a pumpkin
  • Explain why understanding plant lifecycles is important
  • Outline what the lesson will cover

Step 2

Seed Planting Activity

10 mins

  • Distribute pumpkin seeds, soil, and plastic cups/small pots to each student
  • Guide students to plant the seeds step-by-step:
    • Fill the cups/pots with soil
    • Place the seeds into the soil
    • Water the seeds lightly using a watering can
  • Discuss the first stage of the pumpkin lifecycle: Seed

Step 3

Growth Stages Explanation

10 mins

  • Use visual aids (e.g., pictures or drawings) to explain each growth stage:
    • Germination
    • Seedling
    • Vine Growth
    • Flowering
    • Pollination
    • Fruit Development
    • Harvest
  • Engage students in a brief discussion about what each stage requires (e.g., water, sunlight, nutrients)

Step 4

Lifecycle of Pumpkin Worksheet

10 mins

  • Distribute the 'Lifecycle of Pumpkin Worksheet' to each student
  • Instruct students to complete the worksheet individually or in pairs
  • Walk around to assist and check for understanding

Step 5

Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the pre-made discussion questions to facilitate a class discussion about the pumpkin lifecycle
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and observations

Step 6

Closure and Quiz

5 mins

  • Recap the key points of the lesson
  • Distribute the 'Lifecycle of Pumpkin Quiz' to assess students' understanding
  • Collect the quizzes and quickly review the answers as a group
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Worksheet

Lifecycle of Pumpkin Worksheet

This worksheet helps students identify and understand each stage of the pumpkin lifecycle.

Label each stage of the pumpkin lifecycle with its correct name.

Seed, Germination, Seedling, Vine Growth, Flowering, Pollination, Fruit Development, Harvest







Describe what happens during the Germination stage.








What do pumpkins need to grow at the Seedling stage?








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