Parts of a Tree

What do leaves do for the tree?

• holds the tree up

• absorbs water for the tree

• makes food for the tree

• decorates the tree

What does the trunk do for the tree?

• protects the tree

• provides support for the tree's branches

• provides "pipelines" for water and food

• it doesn't do anything

How do roots help a tree?

• anchors the tree

• absorbs water and nutrients

• eats soil

• they don't do anything

Do plants need soil?

• No

• Yes

Where do trees get water?

• rain

• rivers

• oceans

• snow

How do trees get food?

• trees hunt for their food

• they make their own food from leaves

• trees grab food with their branches