Lesson Plan for Primary 4 - Basic Science and Technology - rowing Of Plants + Track Events + Typing And Savi

Lesson Plan: Basic Science and Technology for Primary 4

Topic: Growing of Plants + Track Events + Typing and Saving on Microsoft PowerPoint


Objective:

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

  1. Understand the basic requirements for growing plants.
  2. Describe various track events.
  3. Type and save a simple presentation on Microsoft PowerPoint.

Lesson Duration:

  • Total Time: 3 Hours
    • Growing of Plants: 1 Hour
    • Track Events: 1 Hour
    • Microsoft PowerPoint: 1 Hour

Materials:

  • Computers with Microsoft PowerPoint installed
  • Seeds (beans, peas, or any sprouting seeds)
  • Small pots or containers for planting
  • Soil
  • Water
  • Track markers (cones, lines)
  • Stopwatch
  • Projector and screen
  • Whiteboard and markers

Introduction (15 minutes):

  • Welcome students and briefly introduce the day’s topics.
  • Display the objectives on a whiteboard or projector.
  • Engage students with a quick discussion about what they know about plants, track events, and using computers.

Lesson Activities:

1. Growing of Plants (1 Hour):

Introduction (10 minutes):

  • Brief discussion on why plants are important.
  • Show visuals of different stages of plant growth (seed to plant).

Activity (30 minutes):

  • Hands-on planting activity: Each student plants a seed in a small pot.
    • Steps: Fill pots with soil, plant the seed, water it, and place it in a sunny area.
    • Discuss the basic requirements for growth: sunlight, water, and nutrients from soil.

Discussion (20 minutes):

  • Talk about the stages of plant growth.
  • Ask students to predict what will happen to their seeds over time and explain the science behind it.

2. Track Events (1 Hour):

Introduction (10 minutes):

  • Discuss different types of track events (sprints, relays, long-distance races).
  • Show pictures or videos of each type.

Activity (40 minutes):

  • Take students to the playground/track area.
  • Organize simple track events tailored to Primary 4 level:
    • 50-meter sprint
    • Relay race
    • Long jump (adjust distances accordingly)
  • Ensure all students participate and have fun.

Discussion (10 minutes):

  • Gather feedback from students about the track events.
  • Discuss why physical activities and sports are important for health.

3. Typing and Saving on Microsoft PowerPoint (1 Hour):

Introduction (10 minutes):

  • Introduce Microsoft PowerPoint and its uses in creating presentations.
  • Show an example presentation to the students.

Activity (40 minutes):

  • Demonstrate on a projector how to:
    • Open Microsoft PowerPoint.
    • Create a new slide.
    • Type text and insert images.
    • Save the presentation.
  • Give each student access to a computer.
  • Task: Create a simple presentation with:
    • Title Slide: “Growing of Plants”
    • Slide 1: Description of their planting activity.
    • Slide 2: Description of the track events.
  • Walk around and assist students as needed.

Conclusion (10 minutes):

  • Ask students to save their presentations on the desktop or a specified folder.
  • Review key points from the day’s activities.
  • Encourage students to continue observing their plants and practice track events and PowerPoint skills at home.

Assessment:

  • Observation of student participation during activities.
  • Review of the final saved PowerPoint presentations.
  • Verbal feedback during discussions.

Conclusion (5 minutes):

  • Recap the day’s key learning points.
  • Remind students to care for their plants.
  • Acknowledge their efforts and participation in track events and computer activity.
  • Announce the schedule for the next lesson.

Homework:

  • Observe and note changes in their planted seeds.
  • Prepare a short description of any other track event they like.
  • Practice typing a short story or a letter on Microsoft PowerPoint and save it.

Extended Activities (Optional):

  • Visit a local garden or park to observe different plants.
  • Invite a local athlete to discuss the importance of track events and sports.
  • Arrange a small presentation competition to encourage PowerPoint skills.

Feel free to adjust the times and activities based on your class size, available resources, and specific needs of your students.