Changes In Our Climate: Global Warming (Primary 6)

• Class: Primary 6
• Term: 1st Term
• Week: 10
• Age: 11 years
• Duration: 40 minutes
• Subject: Basic Science And Technology
• Curriculum Theme: Basic Science
• Previous Lesson: Changes In Our Climate: Keeping Weather Records
• Topic: Changes In Our Climate: Global Warming
• Content: Causes, Control, and Effects of Global Warming

Performance Objectives:

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

• Cognitive Domain: Identify and list five causes of global warming.
• Affective Domain: Express the importance of controlling global warming and show concern for environmental preservation.
• Psychomotor Domain: Create a simple poster illustrating ways to control global warming.
• Social Domain: Discuss with classmates the effects of global warming on their community.

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 Britannica – Global warming | Definition, Causes, Effects, Solutions, & Facts
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Charts showing the greenhouse effect
• A video clip on global warming
• Flashcards with key terms and images
• Markers and poster papers for class activities

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding global warming is crucial as it directly impacts our environment and daily lives. Awareness of the causes, effects, and control measures empowers pupils to make informed decisions and take action to protect the planet.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils are familiar with basic weather patterns and have kept weather records in the previous lesson, which will help them understand the broader concept of climate change and global warming.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Learning Area: Changes In Our Climate: Global Warming

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

Lesson Content

Change In Our Climate: Global Warming

Global warming refers to the gradual increase in the Earth’s average temperature due to the buildup of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. This means that human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, are causing more heat to be trapped in the Earth’s atmosphere, leading to various environmental changes.

Causes of global warming

1. Burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas.
2. Deforestation, which reduces the number of trees that absorb carbon dioxide.
3. Industrial processes that release large amounts of greenhouse gases.
4. Agricultural practices that produce methane, such as rice paddies.
5. Increased use of motor vehicles leading to higher emissions.

Ways to Control global warming

1. Planting more trees to absorb carbon dioxide.
2. Reducing the use of fossil fuels by switching to renewable energy sources.
3. Recycling materials to reduce waste and pollution.
4. Conserving energy by using energy-efficient appliances.
5. Promoting public transportation and reducing car usage.

Effects of global warming

1. Rising sea levels due to melting polar ice caps.
2. More frequent and severe weather events like hurricanes and droughts.
3. Loss of biodiversity as animals lose their natural habitats.
4. Increased health problems related to heat and pollution.
5. Food shortages due to changes in agricultural production.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. What is global warming, and what causes it?
2. List five ways to control global warming.
3. Describe three effects of global warming on the environment.
4. How can planting more trees help in controlling global warming?
5. Discuss with your partner how global warming might affect your community in the future.