Science: Animal and Plant Structures

Look at the parts of the plant. How does the stem help the plant?

• It makes food.

• It gets sunlight.

• It moves water to the leaves.

Winter is cold. The birds cannot stay warm. What should they do?

• dig holes in the dirt

• make a nest to live in

• move to a warmer place

Look at the parts of the fish. What part helps a fish swim?

• fins

• gills

• scales

Look at how the plant is growing. Why did the plant grow this way?

• The plant needed more air.

• The plant needed more light.

• The plant needed more space.

What is an adaptation?

• when a plant or animal grows

• something that helps a living thing survive

• a place where people help animals

Wan uses a hose to water the garden. Which plant part is most like a hose?

• leaves

• stem

• thorns

Look at the picture. How does a snail stay safe?

• has shell

• moves fast

• has sharp teeth

Owls hunt at night. What body part helps an owl find food at night?

• big eyes

• strong break

• sharp claws

Deserts are very dry. Cactus plants grow in deserts. Which adaptation helps cactus plants live in deserts?

• Cactus needles are sharp.

• Cactus flowers can be pink.

• Cactus plants do not need a lot of water.

Look at the picture of the wolf.

Type what helps the wolf stay warm?