The main parts of a plant are the roots, which anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients; the stem, which supports the plant and transports nutrients; the leaves, where photosynthesis occurs; the flowers, which facilitate reproduction; and the seeds, which enable the plant to reproduce. Articles are a unique way for readers to learn about the world around them. In addition to building reading comprehension skills and increasing vocabulary, articles can be used for writing and research. Parts of a Plant is broken into 7 single-page sections: Introduction, Roots, Stems, Leaves, Flowers, Seeds, and Words to Know.