Lesson Plan for 5th Grade - Mathematics - Geometry (properties of shapes, coordinate planes)

### 5th Grade Mathematics Lesson Plan: Geometry #### Topic: Properties of Shapes and Coordinate Planes **Objective:** By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Identify and describe the properties of different geometric shapes. 2. Understand and use coordinate planes to locate points. 3. Plot and interpret points on a coordinate plane. **Materials Needed:** - Whiteboard and markers - Graph paper - Rulers - Protractors - Geometry shapes set (triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, etc.) - Coordinate plane worksheets - Geometry-related manipulatives (optional) - Projector (for showing images/maps) **Common Core Standards:** - CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.G.A.1: Use a pair of perpendicular number lines, called axes, to define a coordinate system. - CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.G.A.2: Represent real-world and mathematical problems by graphing points in the first quadrant of the coordinate plane. - CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.G.B.3: Understand that attributes belonging to a category of two-dimensional figures also belong to all subcategories of that category. - CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.G.B.4: Classify two-dimensional figures in a hierarchy based on properties. --- ### **Lesson Plan** **Introduction (15 minutes):** 1. **Warm-Up Activity:** - Begin with a quick review of previously covered material related to shapes and their attributes. - Brief discussion: Ask students to name different geometric shapes (e.g., triangle, square, rectangle, etc.) and their properties (e.g., number of sides, angles). - Show visual aids of these shapes and discuss key properties. 2. **Learning Objective:** - Introduce the day's objectives and explain what students will learn about properties of shapes and coordinate planes. **Direct Instruction (20 minutes):** 1. **Properties of Shapes:** - Use the whiteboard to draw different shapes and discuss their properties, such as the number of sides, angles, symmetry, and specific attributes (e.g., a square has four equal sides and right angles). - Use geometric shapes set to provide a hands-on demonstration. - Discuss categories and subcategories of shapes (e.g., all squares are rectangles, but not all rectangles are squares). 2. **Introduction to Coordinate Planes:** - Draw a coordinate plane on the whiteboard. - Explain the concept of the X-axis and Y-axis and how they intersect at the origin (0,0). - Demonstrate how to plot points using coordinates (e.g., (2,3)). - Show how to label the quadrants on the coordinate plane with a focus on the first quadrant for this lesson. **Guided Practice (20 minutes):** 1. **Activity 1 - Properties of Shapes:** - Distribute graph paper, protractors, and rulers. - Provide different shapes drawn on the graph paper. - Ask students to identify properties of each shape (e.g., length of sides, angle measurements). - Group discussion to compare findings. 2. **Activity 2 - Coordinate Planes:** - Distribute coordinate plane worksheets. - Give students a set of points to plot on their coordinate planes. - Walk through the process together: Example points: (1,2), (3,4), (5,6). **Independent Practice (15 minutes):** 1. **Worksheet:** - Provide a subsequent worksheet with more complex shapes and coordinate plane plotting questions. - Ask students to complete the worksheet independently. - Encourage students to check each other's work with a partner to ensure accuracy. **Assessment (10 minutes):** 1. **Quiz:** - A short quiz to assess understanding. - Questions on properties of shapes and plotting points on the coordinate plane. - Example: “Identify the properties of a given shape” or “Plot the point (4,5) on the coordinate plane.” **Conclusion (5 minutes):** 1. **Review:** - Summarize the key points of the lesson. - Reiterate the importance of knowing properties of shapes and reading coordinate planes. 2. **Homework:** - Assign a homework task that includes drawing and describing geometric shapes and several coordinate plane plotting problems. 3. **Closing Reflection:** - Ask students to share one new thing they learned about geometry today. - Collect feedback and answer any remaining questions. **Extension Activities:** - **Advanced plotting:** Introduce plotting points in all four quadrants. - **Geometry art:** Create a piece of art using shapes and coordinate plane points. --- This structured lesson plan includes interactive elements, assessments, and opportunities for reflective learning to ensure that students gain a comprehensive understanding of geometry concepts relevant to their grade level.