Lesson Plan for Grade 1 - Science - Everyday Materials

### Lesson Plan: Everyday Materials **Grade Level:** 1 **Subject:** Science **Duration:** 45 minutes **Topic:** Everyday Materials --- #### Objectives: 1. **Identify** different materials used in everyday life. 2. **Classify** materials based on properties like hardness, flexibility, and texture. 3. **Explain** why certain materials are used for specific purposes. --- #### Materials Needed: - Objects made from various materials (e.g., plastic toy, wooden block, metal spoon, cotton cloth, rubber ball) - Chart paper and markers - Magnifying glasses (optional) - "Everyday Materials" worksheet - Glue and scissors - Storybook: "What is it made from?" by Justine Avery (optional, for reading time) - Interactive whiteboard or blackboard --- #### Procedure: 1. **Introduction (10 minutes)** - **Engage:** - Start with a brief discussion: “What are some different things you see around you? What are they made of?” - Show a short video or slideshow that visually showcases different materials (e.g., plastic, metal, wood, fabric, glass). 2. **Instruction (15 minutes)** - **Explain:** - Introduce the concept of materials. Explain with definitions: - **Wood**: Comes from trees, used in furniture. - **Plastic**: Made by humans, used in toys, bottles. - **Metal**: Hard and shiny, used in utensils and tools. - **Fabric**: Soft, used in clothes and curtains. - **Glass**: Transparent, used in windows and bottles. - Use an interactive whiteboard or blackboard to create a chart of materials and their common uses. - **Demonstrate:** - Show real objects and talk about what material they are made of and why. E.g., “This spoon is metal because it needs to be strong and easy to clean.” 3. **Activity (15 minutes)** - **Hands-On Exploration:** - Divide the students into small groups. - Provide each group with a set of various objects. - Let students use magnifying glasses to observe the materials closely. - Have each group sort the objects into piles based on what material they are made of. - **Worksheet:** - Distribute the “Everyday Materials” worksheet. - Students will cut out pictures of different objects and then glue them into the correct material categories on a new sheet. 4. **Conclusion (5 minutes)** - **Review:** - Gather students and review the sorted objects and worksheets. - Ask questions such as “Why do you think this shoe is made of leather?” to encourage critical thinking. - **Reflect:** - Encourage students to think about their own homes: - “Tonight, look at things at your home. What are they made of? Why do you think that material was chosen?” --- #### Assessment: - Informal observation during group activities. - Completion of “Everyday Materials” worksheet. - Participation in class discussions. --- #### Extension: - **Reading Time:** - Read the storybook "What is it made from?" by Justine Avery. - **Art Project:** - Create an art collage using different materials like fabric pieces, paper, foil, etc. --- #### Adaptations for Diverse Learners: - Provide extra guidance or pairing with a buddy for students who may need additional support. - Use tactile materials for hands-on learning for students with visual impairments. --- ### Follow-Up: In the next lesson, we will explore how materials can change form (e.g., melting ice, tearing paper) and understand properties that can change.