### Lesson Plan: Basic Science and Technology
#### Grade: Primary 1
#### Topic: Soil as Part of Our Surrounding
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**Objective:**
- Students will be able to identify soil and describe its basic properties.
- Students will understand the importance of soil in our environment.
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**Materials:**
- Samples of different types of soil (clay, sand, loam)
- Magnifying glass
- Small containers or plastic bags
- Chart paper and markers
- Picture cards showing soil usage (gardening, building, etc.)
- Plastic spoons
- Water in a spray bottle
- Art supplies (crayons, paper, glue)
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**Lesson Duration:**
- 45 minutes
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**Lesson Activities:**
### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Warm-Up:**
- Greet the students and encourage them to sit in a circle.
- Start with a simple question to engage them: "Can anyone tell me what they know about soil?"
2. **Discussion Starter:**
- Show students a clear container with different soil layers.
- Ask students to describe what they see and feel.
- Introduce today's topic: "Today we are going to learn about soil and why it is important."
### Main Activities (25 minutes)
1. **Soil Examination Activity (15 minutes):**
- Divide students into small groups and give each group a sample of different types of soil.
- Provide each group with a magnifying glass and ask them to examine their soil closely.
- Encourage students to talk about what they see, feel, and any differences they notice. Write their observations on chart paper.
- Discuss the basic properties of soil: texture (grainy, smooth), color, and moisture.
2. **Hands-on Soil Exploration (10 minutes):**
- Allow students to sprinkle water on their soil samples to observe how different soils absorb water.
- Discuss how plants need soil to grow and how soil holds water for plants.
- Show picture cards of various uses of soil: gardening, supporting buildings, habitat for animals, etc.
### Closure (10 minutes)
1. **Summarizing the Lesson:**
- Recap the key points covered during the lesson: Identify soil, describe its properties, understand its importance.
- Ask students: "Why do you think soil is important to us and to plants?"
2. **Creative Activity:**
- Provide each student with drawing paper and crayons.
- Ask them to draw one thing they learned about soil today (e.g., a plant growing in soil, a worm in the soil).
- Allow students to share their drawings with the class and explain their artworks.
### Assessment:
- Listen to students' observations and explanations during group activities.
- Evaluate students' drawings and explanations for understanding of the lesson.
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**Homework:**
- Ask students to collect a small soil sample from their home or neighborhood and bring it to the next class. They should also describe where they found the soil and what it looks like.
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**Notes for the Teacher:**
- Ensure active participation by encouraging all students to share their thoughts.
- Be ready to assist students in using magnifying glasses and handling soil samples.
- Prepare to explain terms in simple language for young learners.
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By conducting this lesson, students will gain a fundamental understanding of what soil is, its properties, and its significance in our surroundings.