2nd grade plants, seeds and pollination

Quick answer

This 2nd grade science playlist covers plants, seeds and pollinators, from FreeSchool's "What is a Plant?" and Learn Bright's "How Plants Grow for Kids" to SciShow Kids episodes on how seeds travel and how pollinators help plants. End with Generation Genius songs on Repeat one, or play all on repeat during garden time.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1What is a Plant? All About Plants for Kids - FreeSchoolWhat is a Plant? All About Plants for Kids - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  2. 2How Plants Grow for Kids | Learn about photosynthesis and what plants need to grow strongHow Plants Grow for Kids | Learn about photosynthesis and what plants need to grow strongLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Parts of Plants for Kids | Learn all about plant parts and their functionsParts of Plants for Kids | Learn all about plant parts and their functionsLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  4. 4Plant Parts and Functions for KidsPlant Parts and Functions for KidsHomeschool PopPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Plant Parts for Kids!Plant Parts for Kids!Mr. DeMaioPlay from here Loop
  6. 6How Does A Seed Become A Plant? | Backyard Science | SciShow KidsHow Does A Seed Become A Plant? | Backyard Science | SciShow KidsSciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Watch a Seed Sprout! | Squeaks Grows a Garden! | SciShow KidsWatch a Seed Sprout! | Squeaks Grows a Garden! | SciShow KidsSciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  8. 8How To Plant A Seed | Gardening & Book Reading for Kids | Circle Time with Khan Academy KidsHow To Plant A Seed | Gardening & Book Reading for Kids | Circle Time with Khan Academy KidsKhan Academy KidsPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Let's Plant a Garden! | Squeaks Grows a Garden! | SciShow KidsLet's Plant a Garden! | Squeaks Grows a Garden! | SciShow KidsSciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Life Cycle of a Plant | Learn Parts of a Plant 🌱 | Twinkl USALife Cycle of a Plant | Learn Parts of a Plant 🌱 | Twinkl USATwinkl Teaching Resources - United StatesPlay from here Loop
  11. 11How Do Plant Seeds Travel? | Spring is Here! | SciShow KidsHow Do Plant Seeds Travel? | Spring is Here! | SciShow KidsSciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  12. 12Look Inside a Flower! | Science Project for KidsLook Inside a Flower! | Science Project for KidsSciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  13. 13Flowers and Their Pollinators: A Perfect Match! | Spring is Here! | SciShow KidsFlowers and Their Pollinators: A Perfect Match! | Spring is Here! | SciShow KidsSciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  14. 14How Do Pollinators Help Plants Grow? | SciShow Kids CompilationHow Do Pollinators Help Plants Grow? | SciShow Kids CompilationSciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  15. 15Like Fruit? Thank a Bee!Like Fruit? Thank a Bee!SciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  16. 16Busy Bees! | Bumblebees and Honeybees | Amazing Animals | SciShow KidsBusy Bees! | Bumblebees and Honeybees | Amazing Animals | SciShow KidsSciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  17. 17All About Bees for Kids: Bee Facts and Information for Children - FreeSchoolAll About Bees for Kids: Bee Facts and Information for Children - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  18. 18The Plant Needs SONG | Science for Kids | Grades K-2The Plant Needs SONG | Science for Kids | Grades K-2GenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  19. 19The Plant Parts SONG | Science for Kids | Grades K-2The Plant Parts SONG | Science for Kids | Grades K-2GenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  20. 20The Pollination SONG | Science for Kids | Grades K-2The Pollination SONG | Science for Kids | Grades K-2GenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  21. 21The Baby Bumblebee Song | The Importance of Bees | Scratch GardenThe Baby Bumblebee Song | The Importance of Bees | Scratch GardenScratch GardenPlay from here Loop

What do children learn about plants in 2nd grade?

In 2nd grade (ages 7–8) children learn that plants need water and light to grow, that seeds can be carried by wind, water and animals, and that bees, butterflies and other animals move pollen between flowers so plants can make seeds and fruit.

How can RepeatWatch help with plant lessons?

Use an A–B loop on the part that shows a seed sprouting or a bee visiting a flower, so it replays while your child draws it. Slow it to 0.75x, save each stage on keys 1–9, and use Stop after N loops to keep screen time short.

Frequently asked questions

What should my child be able to do after this unit?

Most children can say what a plant needs to grow, name the main plant parts, give two ways seeds travel and explain why pollinators matter for fruit. Grade levels vary by country and school.

Is there a hands-on activity to pair with these videos?

Plant a few bean seeds in a clear cup with damp paper towel and watch them sprout over a week. SciShow Kids "Watch a Seed Sprout!" and Khan Academy Kids "How To Plant A Seed" show the same idea.