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Basic 1 Science Term 1 Week 12 Lesson Plan

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Week 12: Lesson Plan
Subject: Science
Class: Basic 1
Strand: CyclesSub-strand: Earth Science
Indicator (code): B1.2.1.4.2 Demonstrate the existence of air in the, environmentContent Std (code): B1.2.1.4 Recognize water and air as, important natural resources
Performance Indicator: - Learners can demonstrate the existence of air in the, environmentCore Competencies: Problem Solving skills; Critical Thinking; Justification of Ideas;
T.L.R.(s): inflated balloon, empty plastic bottle, basin of waterKeywords: Environment, Earth, Cycles
Phase 1: Starterpreparing the brain for learning
Play games and recite rhymes that learners are familiar with to begin the lesson. Ask learners questions to review their understanding in the previous lesson.
Phase 2: Mainnew learning including assessment
Engage learners in a number of fun activities that demonstrate the existence of air, e.g. waving a piece of paper across the face, leaving inflated balloons in an open space, watching a hoisted flag, Learners talk about their observations in each case, e.g. explain what causes the leaves and hoisted flag to move. Ask learners to outline uses of air in their lives. e.g. whistling, blowing of trumpets, flying kites, sailing of boats. Summarize the lesson by explaining to learners that air is everywhere For this activity, learners use inflated balloon, empty plastic bottle and basin of water to carry out simple demonstrations that show the presence and uses of air.
Phase 3plenary / reflections
Ask learners questions to review their understanding of the lessson. Give learners task to do whiles you go round to guide those who need help.

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