Lesson Title: Exploring Materials and Their Properties

Learning Intention: Students will be able to identify properties of materials that make them suitable for specific purposes and compare objects used for the same purpose but made of different materials.

Success Criteria: 1. Students can identify at least three properties of materials. 2. Students can compare objects made of different materials and list advantages and disadvantages of each. 3. Students can explain why certain materials are suitable for specific purposes.

Introduction: Begin the lesson by discussing with students the importance of materials in our everyday lives. Show examples of different objects and ask students to think about what materials they are made of and why those materials were chosen.

Main Part of the Lesson: 1. Introduce the concept of properties of materials (e.g. strength, flexibility, durability, etc.) and discuss examples of each. 2. Show students different objects used for the same purpose but made of different materials. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each material. 3. Provide students with a worksheet where they have to match objects with their suitable materials and explain their choices.

Plenary: Gather students together to share their findings and discuss as a class. Ask students to reflect on what they have learned and how they can apply this knowledge in their everyday lives.

Differentiation: - Provide visual aids for visual learners. - Offer support for students who may struggle with identifying properties of materials. - Allow students to work in pairs or small groups to complete the activity.

Assessment Strategies: - Observe students during discussions and activities to assess their understanding. - Review completed worksheets to see if students can correctly match objects with suitable materials and explain their choices.

Higher Order Thinking Questions: 1. Why do you think certain materials are better suited for specific purposes than others? (Analyzing) 2. How might the properties of materials change in different environments? (Evaluating)