Poppy life cycle foldable sequencing activity cut and paste plant science craft

Introduce or review the life cycle of a poppy flower with this foldout sequencing activity. An engaging way to learn about plant life cycles, or to create a science link to Remembrance Day (Armistice), or ANZAC Day.

Pupils colour the poppy and life cycle stages, sequence the stages, glue, cut and fold in a concertina style. They can open their poppy to reveal the life cycle stage inside.

Options are included for sequencing with the stage names (e.g. seed, seedling, growing plant, buds, flowers, seed heads), or with short descriptions.

Benefits of this activity

• Low-prep
• Opportunity to practice following directions and fine motor skills
• A hands-on alternative to a worksheet
• Differentiated options
• Use as an introduction or a review of plant life cycles

What else is included?

• Colour life cycle poster
• Picture showing where to fold
• Set of printable cards over 2 pages to cut and use for a center/small group activity or introduction (colour and black & white).
• UK and US versions of the file.

Is this resource editable?
This 8 page PDF resource is not editable. If you have any questions before purchasing, please reach out and I’ll be happy to help.