Year 3 – CBOL Session 4: Water Transport in Plants

This fully resourced outdoor science session answers the key question:
How does water travel from the roots to the leaves against gravity?

Students explore:

• Capillary Action (the pulling force in tiny tubes)
• Transpiration (evaporation through stomata)
• The full water journey from soil to air

What’s Included:

✔ Detailed Teacher Guide with step-by-step script
✔ Printable & Laminated Keyword Cards (6 per team)
✔ Water Journey Sentence Sequence Strips
✔ Student Enquiry Worksheet
✔ Investigation Plan: Muddy Water Filtering (Capillary Cloth Test)
✔ Transpiration Plastic Bag Demo
✔ Equipment Checklist & Master Technician Guide

Active Learning Challenges:

• Tube & Ball “Xylem Stem” Team Challenge
• Blindfold Water Journey Obstacle Course
• Sequencing in Numbered Plant Pots
• Real filtration investigation

This session combines movement, enquiry, teamwork, and scientific accuracy — while remaining completely manageable for the teacher.

Designed for Year 3.
Curriculum-aligned.
Low prep.
High impact.

📥 Buy now and make water transport unforgettable.