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Basic 5 Science Term 2 Week 11 Lesson Plan
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Week 11: Lesson Plan
Subject: Science
Class: Basic 5
Topic: Materials
| Strand: Diversity of Matter | Sub-strand: Materials |
| Indicator (code): B5.2.1.2.6 | Content Std (code): B5.2.1.2 |
| Performance Indicator: Learners can create a simple compass using a magnet and a needle. | Core Competencies: Creativity and Innovation, Critical Thinking |
| T.L.R.(s): Magnet, steel needle, cork/polystyrene, bowl of water | Keywords: Magnetization, Suspension, Navigation, Compass |
Phase 1: Starterpreparing the brain for learning Recap previous knowledge about Materials.
Quick brainstorm: What do you already know about Materials?
Introduction to today's objectives regarding Materials.
Mental drill or quick quiz related to Materials. | Phase 2: Mainnew learning including assessment 1. Demonstrate 'Magnetization': Stroke a needle with one pole of a magnet 30 times in the same direction.
2. Assemble the compass: Push the needle through a small cork and float it in a bowl of water.
3. Observation: Watch the needle settle in the North-South direction. Compare with a real compass. | Phase 3plenary / reflections Summarize what we learned today about Materials.
Oral assessment: Answer key questions on Materials.
Learners share one new thing they found out about Materials.
Check for understanding and wrap up the week on Materials. |
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