Instructional Video

The Simple Story of Photosynthesis and Food

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This The Simple Story of Photosynthesis and Food instructional video also includes:

Meet adorable, animated chloroplasts as they produce glucose with the help of the sun. Viewers learn how carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, and electrons are combined to form carbohydrates with an engaging video. The narrator also explains how glucose is broken down in our bodies into ATP, which we use as energy.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Use the accompanying questions as a review after the video
Pros
  • Charming cartoon animation makes the video kid-friendly
  • Includes links to articles, animations, and other web pages about photosynthesis
  • Comes with comprehension questions, which can be edited if you register on the host website
Cons
  • None
Common Core