WebQuest: Learning About Plants

Introduction

You are a detective and you need to learn more about plants – you need to identify the parts and functions of plants, and how they grow. Get out your magnifying glass, and dig up answers to the following questions.

(Image source: http://www.fullfeatureslandscape.com/TempImg/images/fullfeatureslandscape/hibiscus.jpg)

Task

In this lesson you will learn more about plants. By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:

· Use some web pages to find answers about how plants grow.

· Use some print resources to find answers about how plants grow.

· Use note cards to cite your sources.

· Explain how plants grow.

Process

1. Get a note card to write down the subtopic and source that you use (web page or print resource). Include your initials on the note card.

2. Click on each of the links in the list of resources to find the answer to each question about plants.

3. Use at least one print resource (like an encyclopedia from the school library).

4. Work with your team members to prepare a poster that shows and explains what you’ve learned about how plants grow.

Name ____________________________ Date ___________________________

Learning About Plants

Resources

(Image source: http://www.beyondpesticides.org/photostories/week_38_7_4_03/week_38.htm)

1. Treetures – What are Treetures? _________________________

2. What is pollination? ____________________________________

3. Some seeds germinate. What does germinate mean? ___________________________________.

4. What are the seven basic requirements that plants need in order to grow properly?
1._______________________________
2._______________________________
3._______________________________
4._______________________________
5._______________________________
6._______________________________
7._______________________________

5. What do roots do? List two things that roots do:
1._______________________________________________________
2._______________________________________________________

Name ____________________________ Date ___________________________

Learning About Plants
Resources
(Image source: http://www.treetures.com/MamaG/leafalbum/Conifers.html#)

6. Conifers – What are conifers and how are they different from other trees? ________________________________________________

7. Parts of Plants – There are six basic parts of most plants. Name five of them:
1._______________________________________________________
2._______________________________________________________
3._______________________________________________________
4._______________________________________________________
5._______________________________________________________

8. Leaf it Alone: Plants to Keep Away From  - Name a plant that might give you an itchy rash when you play outdoors: ________________________________________________________

9. Rainforests are very important. List two reasons why:
1._______________________________________________________
2._______________________________________________________

10. Write a number under each of these sprouting beans to show the right sequence: first, second, third, fourth (1, 2, 3, 4).


____________ ____________ ____________ ____________

Name ____________________________ Date ___________________________

Learning About Plants
Resources
(Image source: http://www.sciencemadesimple.com/leaves.html#PROJECTS)

11. What is photosynthesis? ________________________________
____________________________________________________

12. Lichen – What is lichen and where does it grow? ____________
______________________________________________________

13. List four stages in the life cycle of a flowering plant:
1._______________________________
2._______________________________
3._______________________________
4._______________________________

14. Flower Anatomy – In the space below, draw the flower that you find at this link and label its parts:

Learning About Plants

Name ____________________________ Teacher ___________________________

Category	Exceeds 4	Meets 3	Working Toward 2	Does Not Meet 1	Score
Resources	I have used at least two different formats of resources (web page, print resource).	I have used 2 different formats of resources (web page, print resource).	I have used 1 format of resources (web page, or print resource).	I have no sources.
Note cards	All note cards show: · Subtopic · Source or page number · My initials · Keywords	All note cards show: · Subtopic · Source or page number · My initials	Some note cards show: · Subtopic · Source or page number · My initials	My note cards are not complete.
Using web pages to find answers	I have clicked on all of the links to web pages and have answered all questions correctly.	I have clicked on some of the links to web pages and have answered all questions correctly.	I have clicked on some of the links to web pages and have answered some questions correctly.	I have not clicked on any of the links to web pages and have not answered any questions.
Working with team members	I have worked with team members and have completed the poster.	I have worked with team members to prepare the poster.	I have worked with team members to start the poster.	I have not worked with team members to prepare the poster.
Prepare and present a PowerPoint presentation	My team prepared and presented a poster that explains how plants grow.	My team prepared and presented a poster that explains how plants grow.	My team prepared and presented a poster that explains how plants grow.	I have not worked with team members to prepare the poster.
Total					0

 Written by Peg Mauer. Last updated 10/19/05.

Group Work (everyone in group gets same grade)

Category	Exceeds 4	Meets 3	Working Toward 2	Does Not Meet 1	Score
Your group has worked well together and made group decisions by discussing the options before you decide. You have all listened to each other and not argued. (You can disagree, but you must talk nicely to each other to find a solution.)					4
Your group has worked well together to prepare the poster.					4
Your poster shows what you have learned about how plants grow. Sentences in your poster are clearly written, and are supported with details and examples.					4
Your poster uses correct grammar, complex sentences and correct spelling.					4
Your poster is neat and professional looking. It is well prepared and presented, and you have cited web pages and print sources (encyclopedias) correctly.					4
Oral Presentation: You have successfully presented the ideas of your group by explaining how plants grow. Your poster is easy for the class to follow as well as convincing.					4
Delivery of Presentation: Your group has divided the presentation to include everyone. Everyone has a speaking part. Everyone spoke clearly, loudly, and with confidence. You knew the material and did not just "read" off your poster. You made eye contact with your audience. You could answer questions if there were any.					4
Total					28

Credit: this rubric is based on one found at: http://oncampus.richmond.edu/academics/education/projects/webquests/rainforest/