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Science worksheet on leaf color change in fall with reading passage about chlorophyll and questions on photosynthesis and seasonal patterns.
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Why Do Leaves Change Color in Fall?

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This printable science worksheet explains why leaves change color in fall through a short passage on chlorophyll and photosynthesis. Students sequence the stages of leaf color change and answer an open-ended question about why trees in warm regions stay green year-round. Useful for elementary science lessons on plants, seasons, or fall themes.

Subject:
Science
Topic:
Plants
Grade Level:
3rd – 5th Grades
Updated May 2026

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