Class: Primary 1
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 4
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Date:
Subject: Basic Science and Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Science
Topic: Uses of Energy
Content: Activities involving the use of energy
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Perform activities involving the use of energy.
- Define Energy
- Identify the different types of energy.
Instructional Materials:
- Flashcards: Create or use pre-made flashcards depicting different activities involving the use of energy. You can include images of a light bulb, fan, bell, and toy car to help students visually understand the concepts.
- Real-life Objects: Bring in real-life objects such as a working light bulb, a small fan, a bell, and a toy car. Allow students to interact with these objects and demonstrate the activities that involve the use of energy.
- Visual Presentations: Prepare a slideshow or visual presentation with images or short videos showcasing various activities involving the use of energy.
- Picture Books: Look for books that provide examples of energy being used in everyday activities.
- Worksheets or Activity Sheets: Provide worksheets or activity sheets that involve matching energy-related activities with their respective objects or types of energy.
- Classroom Demonstrations: Plan simple classroom demonstrations, such as turning on a light bulb, using a fan, ringing a bell, and moving a toy car, to actively engage students in observing and understanding energy in action.
- Collaborative Projects: Assign group projects where students can create posters or collages illustrating different activities involving the use of energy. Encourage creativity and teamwork while reinforcing the concepts learned.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
Content Development: Activities involving the use of energy.
| Time | Content | Teacher’s Points/Activities | Pupils’ Activities | Teaching Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mins | Introduction | Refresh their memories on the previous lesson on the meaning of energy and explain briefly, why energy is importance in everyday life. | Listen Attentively | Discussion/Set Induction |
| 5 mins | Types of Energy | Explain with visual aids, the different types of energy (e.g., light, heat, sound, motion) | pay attention and ask questions if they don’t understand | Lecture/Illustration |
| 10 mins | Activities Involving the Use of Energy | Demonstrate activities like turning on a light bulb, blowing air with a fan, ringing a bell, moving a toy car | Observe and participate in the demonstrations | Demonstration |
| 10 mins | Discussion | Question and answer session about the demonstrated activities and students’ experiences with energy in daily life | Answer questions and share experiences | Question and Answer |
| 5 mins | Conclusion | Summaries the key points and importance of energy in our lives | Answer questions and participate in the discussion | Recap and Conclusion |
| 5 mins | Evaluation | Ask individual pupils to; -Name two activities that use energy – Mention 2 types of energy. | Answer the questions | Written Test |
| 5 | Note Copying | Guide the pupils on how to copy the notes into their notebooks. | Copy the important note into their notebooks | Individual Activity |
Important Note
Some activities that involves the use of energy
- Running
- Blowing air with a fan
- Ringing a bell
- Jumping
- Using a flashlight
- Driving a car
Evaluation
Ask the following questions to evaluate the lesson
- What is energy?
- Give an example of an activity that involves the use of energy.
Teacher’s Aide:
- Energy Diagram: Create a large diagram or chart that illustrates different types of energy (e.g., light, heat, sound, motion) and their corresponding activities. Display it in the classroom.
- Energy Source Cards: Prepare cards or visuals depicting various energy sources, such as the sun, batteries, wind, and electricity.
- Energy Wheel: Construct a rotating wheel that students can spin to match different activities with the appropriate energy source or type.
- Energy Quiz Game: Develop a simple quiz game using flashcards or a digital tool where students can test their knowledge of energy-related concepts. Incorporate questions about activities involving the use of energy and reward students for correct answers.
- Energy Experiment Kit: Gather materials for simple energy-related experiments, such as making a circuit with a battery and bulb or using a windmill to generate motion.
- Energy Posters: Create visually appealing posters displaying key information about energy, including definitions, examples, and illustrations of activities involving the use of energy.
Note to Teachers
Please note that the actual content of the lesson, teaching methods, and pupil activities may vary based on your specific teaching style, curriculum, or resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.
