{"product_id":"life-cycle-of-an-apple","title":"Life cycle of an apple tree sequence and fold science craft activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore the stages of an apple tree's life cycle with this differentiated foldable sequencing activity. This printable (PDF) cut-and-paste apple craft is a fun alternative to a worksheet for early elementary students. It can be used to introduce the apple life cycle, or as a review activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChildren sequence the life cycle stages on their foldout from an apple seed, to sapling, tree, bud, flowers (blossom), and fruit. They then cut out the template and fold it. Students will LOVE opening their foldout to reveal the sequence of the life cycle stages inside!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse this activity to support a lesson on plant life cycles, fall, harvest, Thanksgiving, growth, or Johnny Appleseed. It's also ideal for science centers and interactive notebooks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits of this activity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow prep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChildren learn about the apple life cycle in a fun and hands-on way, that’s a bit different from a standard science worksheet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be used to introduce the life cycle, or as a review\/assessment to check understanding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEncourages fine motor\/scissor skills, hand-eye coordination (folding), and sequencing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifferentiated options allow for multiple age ranges or abilities to do the same activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished foldouts can be inserted into an interactive notebook where they can be referenced by children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe templates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are 4 template options to choose from:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemplate 1: Color the apple and life cycle stages, match the words to the pictures, glue, cut, and fold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemplate 2: Color the apple and life cycle stages, sequence the life cycle stages, glue, cut, and fold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemplate 3: Larger template. Color the apple and life cycle stages, match the words to the pictures, glue, cut, assemble, and fold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemplate 4: Larger template. Color the apple and life cycle stages, sequence the stages, glue, cut, assemble, and fold. Option to sequence the images with the life cycle stage names, or with short descriptions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirections for students are included, as well as US and UK paper sizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlso included:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLife cycle sequencing cards and arrows in color and black\/white. One way you could use these is to print them onto cardstock and cut out each piece. Children could work in small groups to sequence the life cycle stages, using the arrows to link them together. Laminate for longevity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabel the apple parts cut and paste activity (color and b\/w option).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLife cycle diagram (color).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaze for early finishers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs this resource editable?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo, the PDF isn't editable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wonder at the World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58196424262006,"sku":null,"price":2.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/7995\/3526\/files\/Apple_life_cycle_foldouts_cover.png?v=1783018469","url":"https:\/\/www.wonderattheworld.com\/products\/life-cycle-of-an-apple","provider":"Wonder at the World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}