Lesson Plan for Primary 6 - History - By-products From Crude Oil

### Lesson Plan: By-products from Crude Oil #### Subject: History #### Grade: Primary 6 #### Duration: 60 minutes #### Topic: By-products from Crude Oil --- #### Learning Objectives: 1. **Knowledge**: Students will identify and understand various by-products derived from crude oil. 2. **Comprehension**: Students will explain the historical significance and modern uses of these by-products. 3. **Application**: Students will recognize how the development of crude oil by-products has influenced industries and daily life. #### Materials Needed: - Whiteboard and markers - Projector and computer for presentations - Handouts with information and images of by-products - Crude oil by-products samples (if possible, e.g., small plastic items, paraffin wax, etc.) - Research books/articles related to crude oil and its by-products - Worksheets for group activities - Video on the refining process of crude oil (optional) #### Lesson Procedures: **Introduction (10 minutes)** 1. **Greeting and Attendance**: Start by welcoming the students and marking attendance. 2. **Icebreaker**: Ask students if they are aware of what crude oil is and where we might find it. 3. **Objective Overview**: Briefly outline the day's objectives and explain why understanding by-products from crude oil is important for both historical and modern contexts. **Instruction and Exploration (20 minutes)** 1. **Brief History of Crude Oil**: Discuss the historical context of crude oil discovery and its early uses. - Display a timeline of significant discoveries and developments related to crude oil. 2. **The Refining Process**: Explain how crude oil is processed. Optionally, show a short video to illustrate the refining process. 3. **Identification of By-products**: Introduce various by-products derived from crude oil such as gasoline, diesel, kerosene, lubricants, asphalt, and plastics. - Use visual aids or real-life samples if available. **Group Activity (15 minutes)** 1. **Divide Students into Groups**: Assign each group a specific by-product to research. 2. **Research and Presentation**: Each group will research their assigned by-product, focusing on: - Historical significance - Modern uses - Impact on society and industry 3. **Presentation**: Each group will present their findings to the class in a brief 2-3 minute presentation. **Discussion and Reflection (10 minutes)** 1. **Class Discussion**: Lead a discussion on how the development of these by-products has changed the way people live and work. 2. **Q&A Session**: Allow students to ask questions and share thoughts about the material covered. **Conclusion (5 minutes)** 1. **Summarize Key Points**: Recap the key points discussed during the lesson. 2. **Homework Assignment**: Assign a short essay or project where students choose one by-product and write about its journey from crude oil to its final use in daily life. 3. **Closing Remarks**: Thank the students for their participation and inform them of the next lesson's topic. #### Assessment: - **Formative Assessment**: Monitor group activities and presentations to assess comprehension and participation. - **Summative Assessment**: Evaluate the homework assignment for understanding and clarity of expression. --- #### Notes: - Adjust time allocations based on class size and dynamics. - Ensure that all students are actively engaged in group discussions and activities. - Adapt materials and resources based on availability and access. *Use this lesson plan as a guide to create an engaging and informative history lesson about the by-products of crude oil for Primary 6 students.*