Lesson Plan: Sorting by One Attribute (Grade 1)

Subject: Mathematics Topic: Sorting by One Attribute Grade Level: 1st Grade

Objectives: 1. Students will be able to identify and describe attributes of people or things. 2. Students will be able to sort sets of data according to one attribute. 3. Students will be able to explain the rules used for sorting.

Materials: - Chart paper and markers - Sorting attribute cards (e.g., color, size, shape) - Objects or pictures representing different attributes (e.g., colored blocks, different shapes) - Worksheet for sorting practice - Video resources: - Sorting Objects by One Attribute: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v6nD0mX3L0 - Sorting by Color: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v6nD0mX3L0

Introduction (Minds On): 1. Begin the lesson by displaying a collection of objects or pictures with different attributes (e.g., colored blocks, different shapes). 2. Ask the students to observe the objects and discuss what they notice about them. 3. Encourage students to share their observations and ask questions about the objects.

Discussion: 1. Define the term “attribute” as a characteristic or quality that describes a person or thing. 2. Explain that sorting is the process of arranging objects or data into groups based on their attributes. 3. Discuss why we sort, emphasizing that sorting helps us organize and make sense of information. 4. Show the video “Sorting Objects by One Attribute” to reinforce the concept of sorting by one attribute. 5. Ask students to share examples of attributes they can think of (e.g., color, size, shape).

Lesson Outline: 1. Introduce the sorting attribute cards and explain that each card represents a different attribute. 2. Model sorting objects or pictures using one attribute (e.g., sorting colored blocks by color). 3. Guide students in sorting objects or pictures using one attribute, providing support as needed. 4. Discuss the rules used for sorting (e.g., “We are sorting by color. All the red blocks go in this group, and all the blue blocks go in that group”). 5. Provide opportunities for students to practice sorting using different attributes and objects. 6. Use the video “Sorting by Color” to reinforce the concept of sorting by one attribute.

Modifications and Extensions: - For students who need additional support, provide visual cues or prompts during sorting activities. - For students who grasp the concept quickly, challenge them to sort objects using multiple attributes simultaneously. - Provide opportunities for students to create their own sorting rules and explain their reasoning.

Questioning: 1. What is an attribute? Can you give an example? 2. Why do we sort objects or data? 3. How do we sort objects by one attribute? 4. Can you think of other attributes we can use for sorting?

Assessment: - Observe students’ participation and engagement during discussions and sorting activities. - Use the worksheet for individual assessment of sorting skills. - Ask students to explain their sorting rules and reasoning during group discussions.

Differentiation: - Provide additional support or scaffolding for students who struggle with sorting by one attribute. - Offer extension activities for students who grasp the concept quickly. - Encourage collaboration and peer support during sorting activities.

EDI&I (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion): - Use a variety of objects or pictures representing different cultures, genders, and abilities to promote inclusivity. - Encourage students to share their own experiences and perspectives during discussions.

Plenary and Consolidation: 1. Review the concept of sorting by one attribute and the rules used for sorting. 2. Ask students to share their favorite attribute to sort by and explain why. 3. Summarize the importance of sorting in organizing information and making sense of the world around us.

Worksheet Resource: - Sorting by One Attribute Worksheet: [Insert link to worksheet]

Video Resource: - Sorting Objects by One Attribute: [Insert link to video] - Sorting by Color: [Insert link to video]