Engage and Explore the Life Cycle of a Tree

By Ashly Winkle
Last updated almost 5 years ago
12 Questions
Watch the video on Extended Life Cycle of a Pine Tree.

Once a seed takes root, and begins to grow, what does it become?

Review the image below. Answer the questions that follow.
Based on the image above, what are the stages of a tree's life cycle? Fill in the blank spaces with the stages of a tree's life. The first one is done for you.
Complete the EdPuzzle lesson, "How Does a Tree Grow?

Explore: Explore trees around campus and/or around your own homes. Look for trees in all different stages of a tree's lifecycle. Use one of the following interactive sites to guide you through your exploration:

Option 1: Tree Identification Guide

Option 2: Leaf Snap


Discuss: What did you learn about the trees around you? What else would you like to learn about the lifecycle of a tree?