Science

Theme: Management and continuity of life

Learning area: Blood circulation and transport
Learning objective: Analysing the transport system in plants
Learning outcomes: At the end of the lesson, students are able to:
1. investigate the pathway of water in a cut stem using a suitable stains
2. identify the location of xylem and pholem
3. describe the function of xylem and pholem
Approach: Contextual learning
Suggested learning activities:
i. Carry out activities to study the following:
a. transport of synthesized food substances via the phloem
b. transport of water from roots to the leaves via the xylem
ii. Examine cross-sections of root, stem and leaf to identify the location of xylem and pholem
iii. discuss the role of transpiration in the transport of water and minerals
Scientific Skills: Observing
Thinking Skills: Relating
Scientific Attitudes and Noble Value: Thinking rationally
Materials: LCD, extra exercises
Reflection: