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Which subject	Science
What topic	Flight
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 6
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Flight

Objectives

• Understand the basic principles of flight, including lift, thrust, drag, and weight.
• Identify different types of aircraft and their functions.
• Engage in hands-on activities that promote teamwork and critical thinking.
• Apply scientific vocabulary related to the topic of flight.

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade 6

Subject

Science

Materials

• Paper airplanes (pre-made for demonstration)
• Construction paper
• Scissors
• Tape or glue
• Measuring tape
• Stopwatch
• Chart paper for recordings
• Markers
• Flight principles handout (with definitions and diagrams)

Number of Students

20

Lesson Length

30 minutes

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Flight	5 minutes	Briefly introduce the topic of flight. Discuss the four forces (lift, thrust, drag, weight). Use visuals and ask open-ended questions to engage students.
2	Types of Aircraft	5 minutes	Present different types of aircraft (e.g., helicopters, gliders, jets). Discuss their purposes and unique features. Use images for visual support.
3	Hands-On Activity	15 minutes	Divide students into small groups. Each group will create and test their own paper airplanes. Provide instructions for building, emphasize the importance of design and testing.
4	Testing and Recording	5 minutes	Groups will take turns launching their planes while others measure distance and time. Record the outcomes on chart paper. Encourage groups to reflect on their design successes and failures.
5	Recap and Homework	5 minutes	Summarize the key concepts learned during the lesson. Assign homework to research a specific aircraft and its flight principles. Ensure students understand they will submit a report without presentations.

Assessment

• Observe student engagement and participation during the hands-on activity.
• Evaluate the recorded measurements of flights for accuracy and teamwork.
• Review submitted homework for understanding of the topic.

Homework

• Research a specific type of aircraft (e.g., seaplane, drone, etc.) and write a short report summarizing its flight principles and unique features. Submit the report by the next class.

Additional Notes

• Ensure materials are prepared ahead of time for smooth execution.
• Encourage creativity and problem-solving during the hands-on activity.
• Provide additional resources for students who may need extra help with the concepts.

Lesson script