- Class: Primary 6
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 9
- Age: 11 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Basic Science And Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Basic Science
- Previous Lesson: Changes In Our Climate: Uses Of Weather Symbols
- Topic: Changes In Our Climate: Keeping Weather Records
- Content: Keeping Weather Records
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Explain the process of keeping weather records.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of accurate weather records in predicting climate changes.
- Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate how to use a weather chart to record daily weather observations.
- Social Domain: Collaborate with classmates to maintain a weather record for a week.
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 SlidePlayer – KEEPING WEATHER RECORDS
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- A sample weather chart
- Markers and rulers
- Illustrative posters of weather symbols
- Daily newspapers with weather reports
- A wall clock for timing weather observations
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding how to keep weather records is crucial for pupils as it helps them grasp the importance of monitoring changes in the environment. Accurate weather records are essential for predicting weather patterns, which is vital for agriculture, disaster preparedness, and daily life activities. This knowledge equips pupils with practical skills and encourages scientific thinking.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are familiar with basic weather symbols and have learned how to observe and describe daily weather conditions.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Keeping Weather Records
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 (Set Induction) | 5 mins | Direct Teaching | Question and Answer | The teacher asks pupils to recall weather symbols and their uses. | Pupils recall and mention weather symbols and their meanings. | Pupils review and connect previous knowledge with today’s lesson. |
| Step 2: Explanation of Weather Records | 8 mins | Discussion | Interactive Explanation | The teacher explains the concept of weather records and their importance in tracking climate changes. | Pupils listen and engage with questions about the significance of keeping weather records. | Pupils understand what weather records are and why they are important. |
| Step 3: Demonstration of Keeping Weather Records | 10 mins | Demonstration | Practical Engagement | The teacher demonstrates how to fill in a weather chart with daily observations (e.g., temperature, wind). | Pupils observe and ask questions while the teacher fills in the weather chart. | Pupils learn the step-by-step process of recording weather observations. |
| Step 4: Guided Practice | 8 mins | Group Work | Cooperative Learning | The teacher divides the class into groups, each group records a day’s weather using provided materials. | Pupils work in groups to record weather, discussing observations among themselves. | Pupils practice recording weather data in a collaborative setting. |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 mins | Writing Activity | Independent Work | The teacher instructs pupils to copy notes from the board about keeping weather records. | Pupils copy notes and review them for understanding. | Pupils reinforce their learning by writing down the key points of the lesson. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 mins | Oral Assessment | Q&A Session | The teacher asks questions to assess pupils’ understanding of keeping weather records. | Pupils respond to questions based on what they have learned during the lesson. | Pupils consolidate their knowledge through answering questions. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 1 min | Summary | Recap | The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson and links them to real-life applications. | Pupils listen and may ask final questions for clarity. | Pupils gain a clear understanding of how to apply the knowledge in real life. |
Lesson Content
Changes In Our Climate: Keeping Weather Records
Weather records are essential tools that help us understand changes in the climate over time. By observing and recording daily weather conditions, we can predict future weather patterns and prepare for different weather scenarios.
Ways of keeping weather records:
- Using a Weather Chart: Record daily observations such as temperature, wind direction, and precipitation on a chart.
- Writing in a Weather Diary: Document weather conditions in a diary format each day.
- Electronic Devices: Use apps or software to log and analyze weather data.
- Photographs: Take daily photographs of the sky and weather conditions as a visual record.
- Newspaper Clippings: Collect and store weather reports from newspapers for future reference.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Explain why it is important to keep weather records.
- List three types of data that can be recorded in a weather chart.
- Demonstrate how to fill out a daily weather chart.
- Describe one benefit of collaborating with others in keeping weather records.
- Discuss how weather records can help in predicting future weather conditions.
