| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Science |
| What topic | properties of materials |
| What length (min) | 90 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 1 |
| Class size | 40 |
| What curriculum | cook islands 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 |
Properties of Materials
Year 1
Science
90 minutes
40
Cook Islands Curriculum
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 10 mins | Introduce the topic of materials and their properties. Engage students with questions. |
| 2 | Materials Exploration | 15 mins | Allow students to examine different materials in small groups. Discuss their properties. |
| 3 | Group Work | 20 mins | Divide the class into groups of 5-8 students. Assign them to categorize materials and discuss their properties. |
| 4 | Printable Cards Activity | 15 mins | Distribute printable cards to students. They will fill in the properties of the materials explored earlier. |
| 5 | Group Sharing | 15 mins | In their groups, students share what they wrote on their cards and discuss any differences. |
| 6 | Random Check/Collection | 10 mins | Collect cards or randomly check a few for understanding. Provide feedback without presentations. |
| 7 | Conclusion and Reflection | 5 mins | Summarize the lesson. Reflect on what students learned about material properties. |
Students will be assigned to list three materials they find at home and describe one property of each. The homework will be checked individually without presentations in front of the class.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we're going to explore a very interesting topic: the properties of materials. Can anyone tell me what they think a 'property' is? [Pause for responses] Great answers! A property is a characteristic that helps us understand what something is like. For example, is a material hard like glass, or soft like cloth?
Now, can anyone name some different materials that we use every day? [Elicit responses] Those are fantastic! Today, we will look closely at these materials and learn how to describe their properties. Let's dive in!"
"Now, I have a selection of materials here for you to explore. In your small groups, I want you to pick a few materials and spend some time examining them. Think about questions like: Is it hard or soft? Is it transparent or opaque? How does it feel?
You have 15 minutes for this exploration. Remember to discuss with your group and share your observations. Let's see what you discover! Begin now!"
"Alright, class! Now that you've explored some materials, it's time to get into groups. I will divide you into groups of 5 to 8. Each group will receive a collection of different materials. Your task is to categorize these materials based on their properties and discuss what you've found.
Make sure everyone in your group has a chance to contribute, and write down your ideas. You have 20 minutes for this activity. Let's make some exciting discoveries!"
"Now it's time for an activity with printable cards! Each of you will receive a card. On this card, I want you to write down the properties of the materials you've analyzed so far. For example, if you examined cloth, think about how it feels and its flexibility.
You have 15 minutes to complete this. Once you're done, hold onto your cards, as we'll be sharing them in just a moment!"
"Great work on your cards, everyone! Now, let's share our findings. In your groups, take turns reading what you've written down. Discuss any differences you might have noticed in your descriptions. This will help us learn from one another!
You have 15 minutes for this sharing session. Remember to listen carefully to your classmates and think about how their observations might be different from yours!"
"Thank you for sharing, everyone! Now, I will collect your cards or randomly check a few to gauge our understanding. As I go around, I will give feedback on what you've written. Remember, there are no presentations; this is just for me to see what you all learned today. Let me know if you have any questions while I check your cards!"
"Alright, everyone, let's wrap things up! Today, we explored the properties of different materials and learned how to categorize them. Can someone share one interesting property they learned today? [Elicit responses] Those are wonderful insights!
As we conclude, remember that understanding the properties of materials helps us learn how to use them better in our everyday lives. For your homework, I want you to look around your home and find three different materials. Write down one property of each material.
I can’t wait to hear about your discoveries in our next class! Thank you for your hard work today, and have a great rest of your day!"
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is a property in the context of materials? | |
| Can you name some everyday materials you might examine? | |
| How would you describe the hardness of a given material? | |
| What does it mean for a material to be transparent? | |
| During your group work, what categories did you create for the materials? | |
| How did the properties of cloth compare to those of glass during your exploration? | |
| What flexibility characteristics did you observe in the materials you examined? | |
| Can you share one interesting property you learned about a material during the sharing session? | |
| How can understanding material properties help us in our daily lives? | |
| What are some examples of materials you found at home for your homework? |
Can you think of a material you use often and describe its properties? What makes it suitable for its use?
If you could invent a new material, what properties would it have? How would that material be used in everyday life?
How do the properties of a material affect how we use it? For example, why would we choose glass over plastic for certain applications?
Reflecting on the materials you examined today, which one surprised you the most in terms of its properties? Why?
Can you give an example of a situation where the properties of a material might be critical? Think about activities like building, cooking, or crafting.