1. Oh, The Places You Will Grow
Life Cycle of a Pumpkin
1st Grade- Science
SC Standard 1-2.4
Ms. Millen

2. Objectives
The student will demonstrate an understanding of the special characteristics and needs of plants that allow them to survive in their own distinct environments.
Identify the steps for the life cycle of a plant/pumpkin
Illustrate the steps for the life cycle of a pumpkin in order

3. Questions What color is a pumpkin? What is inside a pumpkin?
How does a pumpkin grow?
How do we use pumpkins?
What holiday/season do we associate with pumpkins?

4. Different types of Pumpkins

5. What is a pumpkin?
A pumpkin is a type of fruit that grows on a vine. They are typically orange but sometimes white, pink or even green.
They grow from a seed.
They can be used for food, pumpkin seed oil, and decoration.

6. The Life Cycle of a Pumpkin
1. Seed
2. Sprout
3. Flower
4. Blossom
5. Green pumpkin
6. FULL GROWN PUMPKIN

7. Video

8. Review 1. A pumpkin grows from a ____SEED____.
2. There are _6_ steps in the life cycle of a pumpkin.
What color is a pumpkin before it becomes orange? GREEN
Is a pumpkin a fruit or vegetable? Vegetable