Lesson Plan for Primary 3 - Basic Science and Technology - Packaged Water + Basketball

### Lesson Plan: Packaged Water & Basketball **Grade Level:** Primary 3 **Subject:** Basic Science and Technology **Duration:** 1 Hour **Topic:** Packaged Water + Basketball --- #### Learning Objectives: 1. **Science Objectives:** - Understand the concept of packaged water and the importance of drinking clean water. - Learn about the environmental impact of packaging materials. 2. **Technology Objectives:** - Learn how bottled water is processed and packaged. - Explore the different types of packaging materials used for water. 3. **Physical Education (Basketball) Objectives:** - Understand the basic rules and techniques of basketball. - Develop coordination, teamwork, and physical fitness through basketball drills. --- #### Materials Needed: - Samples of different packaged waters (e.g., bottled, sachet, etc.) - Visuals or videos showing water purification and packaging processes - Basketballs - Cones or markers for drills - A whiteboard and markers - Water bottles for hydration --- #### Lesson Procedure: 1. **Introduction (10 minutes):** - **Warm-up Question:** "What kind of water do you drink at home?" Discuss different sources of drinking water. - **Introduction to Packaged Water:** Explain what packaged water is and why it's important. Show samples of different types of packaged water. 2. **Science and Environmental Awareness (15 minutes):** - **Video/Illustration:** Show a short video or use pictures to explain how water is purified and packaged. - **Discussion:** Talk about the importance of drinking clean water and how packaged water helps ensure safety. - **Environmental Impact:** Discuss the materials used for packaging (plastic, glass, etc.) and their impact on the environment. Emphasize the importance of recycling and reducing waste. 3. **Technology Component (10 minutes):** - **Explanation and Demonstration:** Use visuals to show the process of bottling water in factories. - **Hands-On Activity:** If feasible, show a simple filtration experiment using materials like a plastic bottle, sand, charcoal, and cotton to demonstrate how filtering works. 4. **Physical Education - Basketball (20 minutes):** - **Explanation:** Briefly explain the basic rules and objectives of basketball. - **Warm-up Exercises:** Conduct simple warm-up exercises like jumping jacks, stretching, and running in place. - **Basic Drills:** Teach basic basketball skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting. Organize the students into small groups and set up drill stations using cones or markers. - **Mini Game:** If time permits, organize a short game to apply the skills they've learned. Emphasize teamwork and fair play. 5. **Cool Down and Hydration (5 minutes):** - **Cool-Down Exercises:** Simple stretching to relax muscles after physical activity. - **Hydration:** Remind students to drink water from their clean and safe bottled water. 6. **Conclusion (5 minutes):** - **Recap:** Summarize the key points covered in the lesson about the importance of clean water, the process of packaging water, and basic basketball skills. - **Question and Answer:** Encourage students to ask questions and share what they learned. #### Assessment: - **Observation:** Monitor student participation during discussions and physical activities. - **Q&A Feedback:** Ask questions to gauge understanding of the packaged water process and basketball rules. - **Practical Skills:** Assess basic basketball techniques during drills and the mini-game. --- #### Homework/Extension Activity: - **Science:** Ask students to draw and label the purification process of water or design a poster advocating for recycling water packaging. - **Physical Education:** Encourage students to practice dribbling and passing at home or invite them to play a friendly game of basketball with family or friends. #### Resources: - Safe Drinking Water Foundation website for educational resources - Basic basketball skills training videos for visual aid --- This lesson plan integrates essential science, environmental, technological, and physical education concepts to provide a holistic learning experience for Primary 3 students.