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.