### Lesson Plan: Basic Science and Technology for Primary 3
#### Topic 1: Uses of Water
#### Topic 2: Differences Between Hardware and Software
#### Topic 3: Introduction to Tennis
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#### Subject: Basic Science and Technology
#### Grade Level: Primary 3
#### Duration: 90 minutes
### Objectives:
- Students will identify various uses of water in daily life.
- Students will distinguish between computer hardware and software.
- Students will learn basic knowledge about the sport of tennis.
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### Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Pictures/Flashcards/Props illustrating various uses of water
- Simple computer parts (mouse, keyboard, monitor) and visuals of software (icons, apps)
- Tennis ball and racket (or visual aids)
- Printed worksheets and activities
- Multimedia equipment (computer/tablet)
- Videos or animations on the topics
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### Lesson Activities:
#### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Attendance:**
- Welcome students and take attendance.
2. **Introduction to the Topics:**
- Briefly introduce the three topics that will be covered today: uses of water, differences between hardware and software, and the sport of tennis.
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#### Topic 1: Uses of Water (25 minutes)
1. **Engage (5 minutes):**
- Initiate a discussion by asking students where they have seen or used water today.
- Show a short video or animation demonstrating various uses of water.
2. **Teach (10 minutes):**
- Explain the uses of water in different contexts (e.g., drinking, cooking, cleaning, agriculture, industry).
- Use flashcards or props to illustrate each use.
3. **Activity (10 minutes):**
- Distribute a worksheet with pictures depicting different uses of water. Ask students to label each picture correctly.
- Discuss answers as a class.
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#### Topic 2: Differences Between Hardware and Software (25 minutes)
1. **Engage (5 minutes):**
- Ask students if they have used a computer or tablet before and what they like to do on it.
2. **Teach (10 minutes):**
- Display and explain the basic parts of a computer (hardware) like the mouse, keyboard, monitor, and CPU.
- Explain the concept of software (examples: games, educational apps, word processors).
- Compare hardware (physical parts) and software (programs that run on the hardware).
3. **Activity (10 minutes):**
- Show students a series of pictures and ask them to categorize each as hardware or software.
- Provide a simple matching worksheet where students draw lines between images of hardware and software items.
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#### Topic 3: Introduction to Tennis (20 minutes)
1. **Engage (5 minutes):**
- Show a short clip of a tennis match to capture interest.
- Ask students if they have ever played tennis or know what it is.
2. **Teach (10 minutes):**
- Explain the basic rules and objectives of tennis.
- Show them how to hold a tennis racket and the purpose of a tennis ball.
3. **Activity (5 minutes):**
- Conduct a simple demonstration in the classroom or playground where students practice holding a racket and "hitting" a pretend ball.
- Discuss and show visuals of a tennis court and the net.
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#### Conclusion and Review (10 minutes)
1. **Recap:**
- Briefly summarize the main points covered regarding the uses of water, the differences between hardware and software, and the basics of tennis.
2. **Interactive Q&A:**
- Encourage students to ask questions and share what they found most interesting.
3. **Homework Assignment:**
- Task students with drawing a picture of one way they use water at home.
- Ask them to bring a picture or drawing of any hardware they have at home.
- Encourage them to watch a tennis match or practice a tennis stroke with a family member.
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#### Assessment:
- Participation in discussions and activities
- Accuracy of worksheets and categorization exercises
- Engagement and enthusiasm during demonstrations and practice sessions
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### Additional Notes:
- Ensure to provide extra support to students who may have difficulty understanding the concepts.
- Be mindful of different learning styles and try to incorporate audiovisual aids to cater to all students.
- Allow time for stretching or a quick break if needed, especially after the completion of each topic.