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Basic 4 Science Term 1 Week 5 Lesson Plan

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Week 5: Lesson Plan
Subject: Science
Class: Basic 4
Strand: Diversity of matterSub-strand: Materials
Indicator (code): B4.1.2.2.1 Identify a liquid-liquid mixture and, describe how to separate its componentsContent Std (code): B4.1.2.2 Understand mixtures, their, types, formation, uses and ways of, separating them into their components
Performance Indicator: Learners can describe the physical appearance of, different types of plantsCore Competencies: Problem Solving skills; Critical Thinking; Justification of Ideas;
T.L.R.(s): water and palm oil, clear plastic bottles, metal spoonKeywords: Water, Types, Materials
Phase 1: Starterpreparing the brain for learning
Have learners to write answers for the following questions on sheet of papers. What is force? How is force described? What forces do you observe in everyday life? Review learners understanding in the previous lesson using questions and answers Engage learners to play games and sing songs to begin the lesson.
Phase 2: Mainnew learning including assessment
Display different types of liquids for learners to observe, e. g. water, kerosene, cooking oil, milk, soft drinks, etc. Task learners to identify the liquids provided. in groups, learners mix liquids of the same kind, different kinds and then observe and record their findings, e.g., vinegar and water, palm oil and water, etc. Engage learners in discussion to describe the different types of liquid-liquid mixtures. Engage learners in an experiment to separate a mixture of immiscible liquids. learners investigate to separate a mixture of immiscible liquids such as cooking oil and water. Guide learners to choose the right laboratory tools for this activity. E.g. separating funnel or an improvised version of it. Caution learners to not bring liquids that are flammable or poisonous to class for this lesson For this activity, learners use water and palm oil, clear plastic bottles and metal spoon to mix the liquids, observe the layers and try the stated separation method.
Phase 3plenary / reflections
Ask learners series of questions to review their understanding of the lesson Ask learners to summarize what they have learnt Ask learners to tell you what they have learnt Give learners individual or home task

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