Fun and Educational: Engaging Corn Life Cycle and Anatomy Printables and Activities for Kids

Learning about the life cycle of corn through printable activities is a great way to engage kids and teach them valuable lessons about science and agriculture. The Parts of a Corn Life Cycle printables offer many benefits for kids, including visual aids that help them understand the different stages of development in a corn plant and how it grows.

These printables also improve their fine motor skills as they color, cut, and paste the various components of the corn plant onto the diagram. Additionally, they foster a sense of curiosity and appreciation for the natural world, as children learn about the interconnectedness between plants, animals, and the environment.

About Corn for Children

Corn is one of the most important cereal crops in the world. It is used for a wide range of purposes, such as food, fuel, and animal feed. Corn is also a fascinating plant with a complex anatomy and life cycle. We will explore the different parts of a corn plant, its life cycle, and the different types of corn that exist.

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Corn Anatomy

Corn plants have several different parts, each with its own unique function. These parts include:

Roots: The roots anchor the plant in the soil and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

Stem: The stem supports the leaves, flowers, and ears of corn. It also transports water and nutrients throughout the plant.

Leaves: The leaves of a corn plant are long and narrow. They are important for photosynthesis, which is how plants produce food.

Tassel: The tassel is the male reproductive part of the corn plant. It produces pollen, which is needed for fertilization.

Ears: The ears are the female reproductive part of the corn plant. They produce the kernels that we eat.

Silk: The silk is the part of the ear that catches the pollen and guides it to the kernels.

Corn Life Cycle

Corn plants go through several stages in their life cycle, from seed to mature plant. These stages include:

Germination: When the seed is planted in the soil, it begins to grow into a small seedling.

Vegetative growth: The corn plant grows taller and produces leaves and a tassel.

Pollination: The tassel produces pollen, which is carried by the wind to the silks on the ear.

Ear development: The kernels on the ear develop and grow in size.

Ripening: The kernels on the ear mature and turn yellow.

Harvest: The ears of corn are harvested and the kernels are either eaten or used for other purposes.

Types of Corn Printable for Children

There are many different types of corn, each with its own unique characteristics. Some of the most common types of corn include:

Sweet corn: This is the type of corn that we eat. It is sweet and tender, and is usually cooked on the cob.

Popcorn: This type of corn pops when it is heated. It is used to make popcorn for snacking.

Dent corn: This type of corn is used for animal feed and industrial purposes.

Flour corn: This type of corn is used to make cornmeal, which is used in baking.

Ornamental corn: This type of corn is grown for decoration. It comes in a variety of colors and is often used in fall displays.

Corn is a fascinating plant with a complex anatomy and life cycle. From its roots to its ears, every part of the corn plant plays an important role in its growth and development. By understanding the different types of corn and their functions, we can gain a greater appreciation for this important crop. To help children learn about corn, we have created a printable activity sheet that includes corn diagrams and corn coloring pages.

If you are looking for fun activities related to corn for children, there are plenty of options! Here are a few ideas:

Corn is an important crop that has been grown and consumed by people for thousands of years. It is a staple food in many cultures around the world. In addition, corn is a versatile crop that can be used in many different ways, such as for food, fuel, and even clothing.

Corn Print Artwork: This activity can be fun and creative for young children. All you need is a piece of paper, some paint or ink, and an ear of corn. Dip the ear of corn in the paint or ink, and then press it onto the paper. Repeat this process with different colors, and you will create a beautiful piece of artwork.

Corn Maze: Take the children to a nearby farm that has a corn maze. This activity can be a fun way to explore the outdoors and learn about how corn is grown.

Corn Sensory Bin: Sensory bins are a great way to stimulate a child’s senses and encourage exploration. Fill a bin with dried corn kernels and add some scoops, spoons, and cups. Let the child scoop and pour the kernels, and see what kind of creative play they come up with.

Corn Science Experiment: Teach children about the science of corn by conducting a simple experiment. Fill two jars with water and add a few drops of food coloring to each one. Then, put one ear of corn in each jar and observe how the color moves through the kernels.

Corn Crafts: Encourage children to get creative and make some corn-inspired crafts. They could make a corn husk doll, a corn necklace, or even a corn cob magnet.

These activities can help children develop new skills, learn about the world around them, and have fun while doing it!

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Corn Learning Pack

You are invited to download the Corn Printables with learning printables for preschool and kindergarten children. Use this resource with clear true-to-life images and photographs to create hands-on fall-themed activities for your students or when exploring autumn plants.
Children will learn the stages of the corn plant life cycle, and parts of a corn plant, practice sequencing skills and work to improve their concentration and fine motor skills.

This resource contains a corn plant life cycle poster, worksheet, 3-part cards, and parts of a corn plant printable.

Children will learn the stages of the corn plant life cycle, parts of a corn plant, types of corn, corn characteristics, practice sequencing skills and work to improve their concentration and fine motor skills.
This resource contains a Corn Plant life cycle poster, worksheet, 3-part cards, information cards, and parts of a Corn Plant printable.

Here is what’s included:

  • Corn life cycle poster
  • Corn life cycle 3 part cards
  • Corn life cycle coloring, cutting, and pasting worksheet (color and blackline)
  • Corn life cycle tracing strips
  • Corn life cycle information cards
  • Parts of a Corn poster
  • Parts of a Corn student activity page
  • Parts of a Corn labels
  • Parts of a Corn tracing & independent writing worksheet
  • Parts of a Corn student booklet (independent writing)
  • Parts of a Corn information cards
  • Types of Corn 3 part cards
  • Types of Corn information cards
  • Corn characteristics color poster
  • Corn characteristics black line poster
  • Corn characteristics mat
  • Corn characteristics color cards
  • Corn characteristics tracing & coloring student booklet
  • Corn characteristics student booklet
  • Corn information poster
  • My Book About Corn
  • Corn anatomy diagram adjective activity

Age: Preschool ages 3 – 6 years

Subjects and uses in the classroom: Harvest, Autumn, Spring, Plant Life Cycle, Nature Table, Science Centers, Fine motor, Prewriting

How to use this resource:

Parts of a Corn Plant – Gather books about corn plants for children to explore. Print posters and label cards on cardstock and laminate. Cut individual label cards. Attach clear velcro to the poster without labels and label cards.

Present the poster – name all parts and invite the students to share their thoughts on the various functions of each part and do their own research. Then read each label and invite the student to match it to the corresponding part of the corn plant.

Life cycle poster – print on cardstock and laminate. Present all stages of the corn plant life cycle. Invite the children to retell the stages or tell their own story that features all the stages.

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Corn plant life cycle and Parts of a Corn plant 3- part cards – Print on cardstock and laminate if you wish to preserve colors and card quality for future use. Place picture cards in a column and invite the children to match the picture to the picture and the word to the word. Present control cards and invite the child to lay the stages of the cycle in the correct order.

Corn plant life cycle line art – supply scissors, glue, and coloring pencils. Invite the student to color and cut cards and glue them into the correct sequence.

Corn plant tracing/labeling and coloring worksheets – print on cardstock and laminate. Supply an erasable pen. Invite the child to trace the words and color corresponding images. Alternatively, print pages on regular printing paper and invite the child to trace or label the stages of the corn plant life cycle.

You might like to invite the students to compare the life cycle of a corn plant with other plants.

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About Anastasia - Anastasia is an early childhood teacher and the founder of Montessori Nature - a blog about Montessori living and learning and nature-based explorations. With many years of experience working in a Montessori environment and homeschooling her children, she directed her passion for all things Montessori and nature into creating educational resources. You can learn more here and browse her printables on Teachers Pay Teachers.