My First Discoveries · Drawing 25 of 40
A Seed Wakes Up
The Living World
When conditions are right, a bean seed sprouts. A root grows down and a shoot grows up.
Did you know?
A seed can sprout on damp paper; it also needs air.
Look together
Find the seed and its roots in the jar. What is growing above them?
An idea to try
Draw how you imagine the young plant a few days later.
For the adult reading along
A little more to discover
The title uses « wakes up » as a metaphor; the explanation describes germination. The jar shows a bean against damp paper, rather than underwater. Moisture, air and a suitable temperature matter. The young plant first uses stored food; its leaves then need light. Use a clear cup for the activity.
With an adult, sprout a bean in a clear cup with a damp paper towel. Draw how it changes.
Sources and illustration notes (1)
Illustrations simplify shapes and sizes. Models and enlargements help observation; choose your own colours.
These links lead to other websites. Explore them with an adult. References identify the institution and the related lesson; some linked pages are in French.
- Science World: A Seed Begins to GrowObserve germination and compare changes over time.
Source review: 2026-10-03. Illustrations are simplified for colouring.
