Lesson Plan for Primary 2 - Basic Science and Technology - Sources Of Energy

### Lesson Plan: Sources of Energy **Grade Level:** Primary 2 **Subject:** Basic Science and Technology **Duration:** 45 minutes **Topic:** Sources of Energy #### Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to: 1. Identify various sources of energy. 2. Understand how energy is used in daily life. 3. Categorize energy sources into renewable and non-renewable. 4. Appreciate the importance of conserving energy. #### Materials Needed: - Picture cards showing different sources of energy (sun, wind, water, food, etc.) - Chart paper and markers - Energy source worksheets - Crayons/Colored pencils - Storybook about energy (optional) #### Lesson Structure: 1. **Introduction (5 minutes)**: - Greet the students and introduce the topic: "Today, we are going to learn about sources of energy!" - Briefly discuss what energy is and how we use it every day (e.g., to move, to heat, to light, etc.). 2. **Brainstorming Session (5 minutes)**: - Ask students: "Can anyone tell me where we get our energy from?" - Write down students' answers on the board to encourage participation. 3. **Explanation and Exploration (10 minutes)**: - Introduce different sources of energy using picture cards: - **Natural Sources:** Sun, wind, water. - **Other Sources:** Food, gasoline, electricity. - Explain renewable vs. non-renewable energy: - **Renewable:** Can be used repeatedly (e.g., sun, wind). - **Non-renewable:** Limited amounts and can run out (e.g., gasoline, coal). 4. **Interactive Activity (10 minutes)**: - Distribute energy source worksheets. - Ask students to color and match the sources of energy with their uses. - Walk around to assist and encourage questions. 5. **Group Activity (5 minutes)**: - Divide students into small groups. - Give each group chart paper and markers. - Ask groups to draw a big picture showing different sources of energy and their uses. 6. **Story Time (Optional) (5 minutes)**: - If time permits, read a short storybook about energy sources or a brief anecdote highlighting the importance of energy conservation. 7. **Recap and Review (5 minutes)**: - Summarize the lesson points: - What is energy? - Different sources of energy. - Renewable vs. Non-renewable energy. - Ask students to mention one source of energy they found interesting and why. 8. **Closing (5 minutes)**: - Emphasize the importance of conserving energy. - Encourage students to share what they've learned with their family and friends. #### Assessment: - Observe student participation during brainstorming and group activity. - Evaluate completed worksheets for understanding. - Ask a few students to present their group’s chart to the class and explain. #### Extension Activities: - Assign a simple homework task: "With the help of your parents, identify and list three sources of energy you use at home." - Plan a follow-up lesson on specific renewable energy sources and how they work. --- This lesson plan is designed to be engaging and educational, accommodating the developmental stage of Primary 2 students while introducing important concepts about the sources and uses of energy.