Class 1 science · D.12 · Earth and space
Plants in each season
Deciduous trees lose their leaves in autumn to protect themselves from cold weather. This helps them save energy and water during winter, and they grow new leaves again in spring.
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In science class, Nora asks: Why do oak trees lose leaves in autumn?
- They grow new leaves next year
- To save energy in winter (right)
- Because they are sick
Mei wonders: What do deciduous trees do each fall?
- They start making flowers
- They grow more branches
- They lose their leaves (right)
Luca sees a tree with no leaves. What season is it likely?
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn (right)
Tip: Deciduous trees lose their leaves in autumn to protect themselves from cold weather. This helps them save energy and water during winter, and they grow new leaves again in spring.
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