Class: Primary 4
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 2
Age: 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Basic Science & Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Science
Previous Lesson: Water (ice) – Freezing
Topic: Water Cycle

Content/Learning Area:

Definition of the water cycle
Elements of the water cycle: stream, cloud, etc.
Drying up of streams

Performance Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Cognitive Domain: Define the water cycle and identify its main elements.
Affective Domain: Explain why streams and rivers dry up.
Psychomotor Domain: Illustrate the water cycle on paper.
Social Domain: Discuss the effects of the water cycle on their daily lives, particularly regarding water availability.

Reference Materials:

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online Information from Water Cycle Basics (https://www.usgs.gov/special-topic/water-science-school/science/water-cycle)
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Diagrams of the water cycle
Physical model of a water cycle
Videos demonstrating the water cycle

Flashcards

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the water cycle is crucial for pupils as it explains how water moves through our planet. This knowledge is essential for grasping how weather patterns and ecosystems function, impacting our daily lives and the environment.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge about different states of water and the concept of freezing from the previous lesson.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Learning Area: Water Cycle

“To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:”

Content Development	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teacher’s Activity	Pupil’s Activity	Learning Point
Step 1: Introduction	5 min	Interactive lecture	Questioning	Introduce the topic, ask what pupils know about the water cycle	Respond to questions, discuss prior knowledge	Establish relevance of the water cycle
Step 2: Explaining the Cycle	10 min	Demonstration	Visual learning	Explain and show diagrams/videos of the water cycle	Watch and listen attentively, ask questions	Understand how the water cycle works
Step 3: Identifying Elements	10 min	Guided practice	Group work	Guide pupils in identifying elements like clouds and streams	Work in groups to list elements on flashcards	Identify elements of the water cycle
Step 4: The Drying of Streams	10 min	Explanation	Discussion	Explain why streams dry up and the impact on the cycle	Discuss and give examples from their surroundings	Link water cycle changes to seasons
Step 5: Note taking	2 min	Writing	Independent work	Instruct pupils to write down key points	Write key points in notebooks	Reinforce learning through note-taking
Step 6: Evaluation	2 min	Q&A	Recall	Ask questions about the water cycle	Answer questions based on the lesson	Assess understanding
Step 7: Conclusion	1 min	Summarization	Closing thoughts	Summarize the lesson, emphasizing the importance of the water cycle	Listen and reflect	Recapitulate the day’s learning

Classroom Note:

Water Cycle

The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth. This means that water is constantly changing forms and cycling through the environment.

Elements of Water Cycle:

The water cycle consists of elements such as streams/rivers (water bodies), clouds, rain, evaporation, condensation, precipitation and the sun.

Drying Up of Streams:

During the dry seasons, streams and rivers dry up due to decreased rainfall and increased evaporation. This evaporated water will later fall back as rain when it condenses or cools down during the rainy seasons.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Define the water cycle
Name two elements of the water cycle.
Explain why streams might dry up during certain seasons.

Note for teachers using my lesson plan:

Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!

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Lesson Note on Water Cycle for Primary 4