Living Things Grow

key notes:

Definition of Growth:

• Growth means the process of becoming bigger or developing in size, shape, or form.
• Living things grow as part of their life cycle.

Living Things That Grow:

• All living things grow, including humans, animals, plants, and microorganisms.
• Growth can be different in each type of living thing (e.g., plants grow taller, animals get bigger, humans grow in height and strength).

How Plants Grow:

• Plants start as seeds and grow into bigger plants or trees.
• They need water, sunlight, soil, and air to grow.
• Plants grow by spreading their roots, stems, leaves, and flowers.

How Animals Grow:

• Animals, including humans, grow from babies to adults.
• Animals grow by eating food and getting enough rest.
• Some animals grow quickly (like insects), while others grow slowly (like elephants).

Stages of Growth:

• Growth happens in stages: starting from small or baby stages (e.g., a seed or baby animal), then growing into bigger forms, and sometimes even changing in shape (like caterpillars turning into butterflies).
• Example: A baby bird grows into an adult bird.

What Affects Growth:

• Nutrition: Food and water are important for living things to grow.
• Environment: Sunlight, temperature, and space also affect growth.
• Health: Being healthy helps living things grow properly.

Observation:

• Children can observe how plants grow in a garden or how animals grow over time (e.g., pet growth, or watching baby animals).

Importance of Growth:

• Growth helps living things survive, reproduce, and continue the life cycle.

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