- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 8
- Age: 10 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Basic Science And Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology
- Previous Lesson: Types Of Thermometer
- Topic: Units And Symbols Of Temperature
- Content: Units and symbols of temperature scale (degree Celsius (°C), degree Fahrenheit (°F))
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify at least two units and symbols of temperature.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of temperature in daily activities.
- Psychomotor Domain: Draw the symbols of Celsius and Fahrenheit scales.
- Social Domain: Discuss with peers how temperature units are used in weather reports.
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 Wikipedia – Temperature
- Relevant textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Chart displaying temperature units and symbols.
- Thermometer (clinical or laboratory type).
- Multimedia presentation (if available).
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the units and symbols of temperature helps pupils comprehend weather reports, cooking instructions, and scientific measurements, which are essential in daily life.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils already know the types of thermometers and their uses from the previous lesson.
Instructional Procedures:
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Set induction | Question and answer | Teacher asks pupils how we measure hotness or coldness of an object. | Pupils respond with examples like weather or body temperature. | Temperature measures hotness or coldness. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Lecture | Demonstration | Teacher explains temperature units (°C and °F) and shows them on a chart. | Pupils observe and listen. | °C and °F are units of temperature. |
| Step 3: Demonstration | 10 mins | Hands-on | Practical engagement | Teacher shows a thermometer and identifies °C and °F scales. | Pupils handle the thermometer and identify scales. | Scales measure temperature on thermometers. |
| Step 4: Note-Taking | 5 mins | Writing | Individual practice | Teacher dictates a short note for pupils to copy. | Pupils copy the note into their notebooks. | record key information. |
| Step 5: Evaluation | 5 mins | Questioning | Group discussion | Teacher asks pupils to name units and symbols of temperature. | Pupils discuss in groups and answer. | recall learned content. |
| Step 6: Conclusion | 5 mins | Recap | Summarization | Teacher summarizes the lesson and reinforces key points. | Pupils listen and ask final questions. | Understanding is reinforced. |
Lesson Content:
Units and Symbols of Temperature
Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is. It is measured using specific units and symbols. Below are common units and their symbols:
Units of Temperature:
- Degree Celsius (°C)
- Degree Fahrenheit (°F)
- Kelvin (K)
- Rankine (°R)
- Réaumur (°Re)
Symbols of Temperature:
- °C for Celsius
- °F for Fahrenheit
- K for Kelvin
- °R for Rankine
- °Re for Réaumur
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define temperature in their own words.
- Name two units of temperature and their symbols.
- Draw the symbol for degree Celsius.
- Explain the use of temperature units in weather forecasts.
- Mention any two instruments used to measure temperature.
Note for Teachers Using this Lesson Plan:
Ensure pupils handle the thermometer carefully during the demonstration. Encourage group discussions to enhance peer learning. Happy teaching!
