Bean Plant Life Cycle and Functions

The video introduces young gardeners to the life cycle of a bean plant, starting with a story by David M. Schwartz. It explains the growth process from seed to plant, including germination, photosynthesis, and the role of insects in pollination and seed formation. The video includes an interactive activity with bean models and a garden exploration, concluding with a surprise reveal of grown beans and a call to support the channel.

Why do people grow beans in their gardens?

• Because they look pretty

• Because they grow quickly

• Because they are good to eat

• Because they repel insects

What is found inside a bean seed?

• A tiny plant or embryo

• A small insect

• A drop of water

• A piece of fruit

What role do seed leaves play in a bean seed?

• They attract sunlight

• They help the seed float

• They provide food for the embryo

• They protect the seed

What is the function of the leaves in a growing bean plant?

• To store water

• To protect the plant from insects

• To attract pollinators

• To make food for the plant

What do beetles and other insects do to bean plants?

• They protect them from the sun

• They help them grow

• They pollinate the flowers

• They eat the leaves

What happens when a bean plant is big enough?

• It changes color

• It starts to produce seeds

• It forms flower buds

• It stops growing

How do bees help bean plants?

• By eating the leaves

• By fertilizing the eggs

• By providing shade

• By watering them

What forms around the new seeds in a bean plant?

• A flower

• A leaf

• A bean pod

• A root

What can people do with the seeds from bean pods?

• Throw them away

• Eat them immediately

• Save them for planting next spring

• Use them as decoration

What is the final stage of the bean plant's life cycle?

• Harvesting

• Seedling growth

• Germination

• Flowering