Why Leaves Change Color
Grade 2nd Grade · Science · 60 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can describe why leaves change color in the fall.
Warm-Up Video
funsciencedemos · 6:30
Why Do Some Leaves Change Color?
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Leaves change color when there are fewer hours of sunlight during the day.
- 2
The green secret ingredient in leaves is called chlorophyll, which helps the tree grow by working with sunlight to make food.
- 3
Scientists call the process of trees using light and chlorophyll to make food photosynthesis.
Practice Questions
12 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Why do leaves change color in the fall? Explain what happens to the green color in the leaves.”
Complete Lesson Package
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