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Photosynthesis Activities & Reading Passages for Google Classroom

Make teaching photosynthesis engaging and stress-free with this interactive Google Classroom activity pack! This no-prep, standards-aligned resource helps 4th graders explore how plants make their own food, the role of sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide, and why photosynthesis is essential for life on Earth.

With drag-and-drop tasks, editable reading passages, and short-answer questions, students will build critical thinking skills and apply their knowledge to real-world concepts like how plants adapt to different environments. These interactive, hands-on activities make photosynthesis relatable and fun!

Perfect for independent work, science centers, or even sub plans, this resource simplifies lesson planning while keeping students excited about learning. Whether introducing photosynthesis or reviewing key concepts, this pack is a must-have for your classroom!

Photosynthesis Activities Includes the Following Google Slides:

• Editable reading passages
• Short answer: KWL chart
• Drag-&-drop: match the definition and vocabulary word (photosynthesis, glucose, chlorophyll)
• Drag-&-drop: fill in the blanks on a paragraph all about photosynthesis
• Drag-&-drop: sequence the steps of photosynthesis
• Drag-&-drop: label the diagram (with carbon dioxide, oxygen, glucose, light energy, water)
• Drag-&-drop: sort the reactants and products of photosynthesis
• Drag-&-drop: match the question to the answer about photosynthesis (why does the plant need energy from glucose? why is photosynthesis important?)
• Writing: reflect on photosynthesis and how it relates to animals
• Writing: pretend you are a green plant and write a story about your day/how you eat

Why Teachers Love these Photosynthesis Activities:

• No Prep: Ready to use in Google Classroom™ or other platforms like Canvas, Schoology, or Microsoft Teams.
• Engaging & Interactive: Drag-and-drop activities and diagram-building tasks make learning fun.
• Flexible Use: Great for independent practice, science centers, early finishers, or sub plans.
• Real-World Connections: Helps students see how photosynthesis affects the environment and life on Earth.

Ideal For:

• 4th Grade Teachers: Comprehensive, interactive lessons aligned with science standards.
• STEM Enrichment: Incorporate hands-on digital learning into your curriculum.
• Homeschool Families: Add engaging science content to your lessons.