CU 5.09Parts of the Leaf

1. 1

   Give the child a real leaf. Name the flat part: 'This is the blade.'

2. 2

   Trace the center line with a finger: 'This is the midrib.' Trace the smaller lines: 'These are veins. They carry water.'

3. 3

   Point to the small stalk: 'This is the petiole. It holds the leaf to the stem.'

4. 4

   Look at the veins with the magnifying glass.

5. 5

   Bring the leaf puzzle. Remove, trace, and name each piece.

6. 6

   Give a three-period lesson.

7. 7

   Make a leaf rubbing and name the parts that show up.

What catches the child’s eye

• Veins that look much bigger under the magnifying glass
• The midrib and veins rising out of the crayon rubbing

Extensions, easiest to hardest

1. Match three-part cards
2. Collect leaves and name the parts on each one
3. Press leaves and make a labeled leaf page
4. Read definition cards