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Basic 5 Science Term 2 Week 10 Lesson Plan

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Week 10: Lesson Plan
Subject: Science
Class: Basic 5
Topic: Materials
Strand: Diversity of MatterSub-strand: Materials
Indicator (code): B5.2.1.2.5Content Std (code): B5.2.1.2
Performance Indicator: Learners can describe the factors that affect the strength of a magnet.Core Competencies: Critical Thinking
T.L.R.(s): Magnets of different sizes, paperclips, heater/ice (for demo), rulerKeywords: Strength, Distance, Temperature, Barrier
Phase 1: Starterpreparing the brain for learning
Recap previous knowledge about the factors that affect the st. Quick brainstorm: What do you already know about the factors that affect the st? Introduction to today's objectives regarding the factors that affect the st. Mental drill or quick quiz related to the factors that affect the st.
Phase 2: Mainnew learning including assessment
1. Experiment 1: Test distance. Measure the maximum distance at which a magnet attracts a clip. 2. Experiment 2: Test barriers. See if a magnet works through wood, water, or plastic. 3. Discuss how stacking magnets or using larger magnets increases pull strength.
Phase 3plenary / reflections
Summarize what we learned today about the factors that affect the st. Oral assessment: Answer key questions on the factors that affect the st. Learners share one new thing they found out about the factors that affect the st. Check for understanding and wrap up the week on the factors that affect the st.

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