**Lesson Plan: Uses of Plants and Introduction to Swimming**
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### Subject: Basic Science and Technology
### Grade Level: Primary 3
### Duration: 1 hour
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#### **Lesson Objectives:**
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. Identify at least three different uses of plants in everyday life.
2. Recognize the basic parts of a plant.
3. Understand basic swimming skills and water safety.
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#### **Materials Needed:**
- Pictures of different plants and their uses
- Real plant samples (if available)
- Chart paper and markers
- Swim gear (swim caps, goggles, etc.)
- Access to a swimming pool or a safe, shallow water area
- Safety aids (floatation devices, life jackets)
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#### **Introduction (10 minutes):**
1. **Greetings and Review:**
- Greet the students warmly.
- Briefly review the last lesson to engage students and transition smoothly into the current topic.
2. **Introduction to the Topic:**
- Present the topic "Uses of Plants and Introduction to Swimming."
- Explain the importance of understanding how plants are useful in our daily life and the basics of swimming and water safety.
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#### **Part 1: Uses of Plants (25 minutes):**
**1. Discussion and Presentation (10 minutes):**
- Show pictures and real samples of different plants.
- Discuss the various uses of plants, such as:
- **Food:** Fruits, vegetables, and grains.
- **Medicine:** Plants used for medicinal purposes.
- **Shelter:** Wood and bamboo used in building.
- **Clothing:** Cotton and other plant fibers used in textiles.
- **Beauty & Environment:** Plants that beautify our environment and enhance air quality.
**2. Interactive Activity: Plant Parts (5 minutes):**
- Ask students to point out and name different parts of the plant (root, stem, leaf, flower, fruit).
- Use real plant samples for hands-on identification.
**3. Group Activity (10 minutes):**
- Divide the students into small groups.
- Give each group a chart paper and markers.
- Instruct each group to draw a plant and label its parts. Then, they should list the uses of the plant they drew.
- After the activity, allow groups to present their work to the class.
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#### **Part 2: Introduction to Swimming (25 minutes):**
**1. Discussion and Demonstration (10 minutes):**
- Talk about the importance of learning to swim for safety and recreation.
- Discuss basic swimming equipment (swim caps, goggles) and their purposes.
- Explain basic water safety rules, such as:
- Never swim alone.
- Always swim in designated areas with a lifeguard.
- Recognize the signs of drowning and how to call for help.
**2. Pool Familiarization and Basic Skills (15 minutes):**
- Move to the swimming area (ensure it's safe and supervised).
- Demonstrate how to enter and exit the pool safely.
- Have students practice getting into the water and moving around with floatation devices.
*Note: Ensure constant supervision and maintain small group sizes for safety. If a pool is not available, this part can be adapted into a classroom-based discussion with videos and simulations.*
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#### **Conclusion and Review (10 minutes):**
- Recap the key points discussed about the uses of plants and the basics of swimming.
- Ask students a few questions to reinforce learning (e.g., "Name a plant and one of its uses" or "Why is it important to never swim alone?").
- Allow time for students to ask questions.
- Assign a small take-home task: Students should draw a picture of their favorite plant and write a sentence about its use, and talk to their parents about water safety.
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#### **Assessment:**
- Observation during group activities and participation.
- Review of students' drawings and descriptions.
- Responses during the conclusion Q&A.
#### **Follow-Up:**
- Incorporate more detailed lessons on plant life cycles and advanced swimming skills in future lessons.
- Plan a visit to a botanical garden or a supervised swimming pool to reinforce practical learning.
**End of Lesson Plan**