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Which subject	Physics
What topic	Simple machines
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 2
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Simple Machines

Objectives

Understand the concept of simple machines and their importance in everyday life.
Identify and describe the six types of simple machines: lever, inclined plane, wheel and axle, pulley, screw, and wedge.
Demonstrate the use of one or more simple machines through hands-on activities.

Materials

Whiteboard and markers
Chart paper and markers
Simple machine models or images (e.g., lever, pulley)
Everyday objects to create simple machines (e.g., toy cars, ramps, cardboard, strings)
Worksheets for assessment
Timer for activities

Grade/Age Group

Year 2

Subject

Physics

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum, particularly in the Science Inquiry Skills and Science Understanding strands, focusing on physical sciences.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Briefly introduce the topic of simple machines. Ask students if they can name any simple machines they see in daily life.
2	Types of Simple Machines	10 minutes	Explain the six types of simple machines using models or images. Write their names on the whiteboard and give examples.
3	Group Activity	10 minutes	Divide students into small groups. Assign each group a type of simple machine to create using provided materials. Encourage collaboration.
4	Demonstration	3 minutes	Allow each group to demonstrate how their simple machine works without presentations, just sharing within their groups.
5	Reflection and Q&A	2 minutes	Gather the class back together. Ask students to share something new they learned about simple machines. Answer any questions.
6	Homework Assignment	1 minute	Distribute worksheets as a homework assignment. Students will identify simple machines around their home and draw them. Explain that there will be no presentations in class for this.

Assessment

Worksheets will be collected at the next class for assessment.
Informal observation during group activities to gauge understanding and engagement.

Homework

Students will complete a worksheet identifying and drawing three simple machines they find at home.

This lesson plan is designed to be engaging, hands-on, and meet the educational standards set for Year 2 in the Australian Curriculum.