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| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Mass weights |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 1 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Mass Weights
Year 1
Mathematics
20 Students
This lesson aligns with the UK National Curriculum for Mathematics for Year 1, focusing on measurement and understanding mass.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Mass Weights | 5 | Begin with a class discussion about what mass is and how we measure it. Introduce terms like 'weight', 'grams', and 'kilograms'. |
| 2 | Demonstration of Balance Scales | 5 | Show the class how to use balance scales with a few example weights. Encourage students to observe how the scales balance out. |
| 3 | Group Activity: Hands-On Measurement | 10 | Divide students into small groups of 4. Provide each group with different objects and weights; they will use the balance scales to measure the mass of their objects. |
| 4 | Group Sharing of Findings | 5 | Ask each group to share their findings with the class, discussing which objects were heavier or lighter. No formal presentation is required. |
| 5 | Individual Worksheet Activity | 5 | Distribute worksheets where students will answer questions related to mass, such as comparing weights and simple addition of weights. |
Each student will be given a worksheet to complete at home, which includes tasks on measuring household items using standard units. The homework will be checked in the next lesson without students needing to present their work.
After the lesson, the teacher should reflect on which parts of the lesson went well and what could be improved for next time. Consider students' engagement levels and understanding of the concepts presented.