Lesson Plan: Earth and Space

Grade Level: Primary 6 (10-11 years old)

Introduction: - Begin the lesson by engaging the students with a short video clip or images of the Earth and space. - Ask the students what they already know about Earth and space. - Explain that today’s lesson will focus on exploring the Earth and its place in space.

Lesson Outline: 1. Earth’s Place in Space a. Discuss the concept of the solar system and its components (sun, planets, moons, asteroids, etc.). b. Show a video resource like “The Solar System Song” (https://youtu.be/2JvRmNvF6C8) to introduce the solar system. c. Use a worksheet resource like “Solar System Facts” (https://www.teachstarter.com/au/teaching-resource/solar-system-facts-worksheet/) for students to complete while watching the video.

1. Earth’s Rotation and Revolution a. Explain the concepts of rotation and revolution of the Earth. b. Show a video resource like “Earth’s Rotation and Revolution” (https://youtu.be/0jHsq36_NTU) to visually demonstrate these concepts. c. Engage students in a questioning session:
   • What is the difference between rotation and revolution?
   • How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation?
   • How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the sun? d. Provide a worksheet resource like “Rotation and Revolution” (https://www.teachstarter.com/au/teaching-resource/rotation-and-revolution-worksheet/) for students to practice their understanding.
2. Earth’s Seasons a. Discuss the reasons behind the changing seasons on Earth. b. Show a video resource like “The Reason for the Seasons” (https://youtu.be/NNijqz5nL6Q) to explain the tilt of the Earth and its impact on seasons. c. Engage students in a questioning session:
   • What causes the seasons on Earth?
   • How does the tilt of the Earth affect the amount of sunlight received in different seasons? d. Provide a worksheet resource like “Seasons of the Year” (https://www.teachstarter.com/au/teaching-resource/seasons-of-the-year-worksheet/) for students to reinforce their understanding.

Assessment: - Conduct a short quiz or worksheet activity to assess students’ understanding of the concepts covered in the lesson. - Use open-ended questions to gauge their comprehension and critical thinking skills.

Differentiation: - Provide additional support for struggling students by offering simplified explanations and extra practice worksheets. - Challenge advanced students by encouraging them to research and present additional information about the solar system or related topics.

Plenary: - Recap the main points covered in the lesson. - Allow students to share any interesting facts or questions they have about Earth and space. - Conclude the lesson by emphasizing the importance of understanding Earth and space for our daily lives.

Note: The provided video and worksheet resources are suggestions and can be replaced with alternative resources based on availability and suitability for your classroom.