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Which subject	Science
What topic	Marine Animals
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 3
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Marine Animals

Subject

Science

Topic

Marine Animals

Grade Level

Grade 3

Age Group

8-9 years old

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

Objectives

• Students will be able to identify at least three different marine animals.
• Students will understand the habitat and characteristics of marine animals.
• Students will demonstrate knowledge through a creative activity.

Materials Needed

• Projector and screen (for presentation)
• Images of various marine animals (printed and/or digital)
• Art supplies (markers, crayons, colored pencils)
• Worksheets for individual or group activities
• Access to educational videos about marine life (optional)

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for Grade 3, focusing on life sciences and ecosystems.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 mins	Begin with a brief discussion about marine animals. Ask students to name any they know. Show images to spark interest.
2	Presentation	10 mins	Use a presentation to explain different marine animals, their habitats, and interesting facts. Encourage student interaction.
3	Group Activity	10 mins	Divide students into small groups. Each group chooses one marine animal to draw and prepare a short description.
4	Sharing and Discussion	3 mins	Allow groups to share their drawings and facts briefly with the class. Encourage questions.
5	Wrap-up & Homework	2 mins	Summarize key takeaways about marine animals. Assign homework: write a paragraph about a favorite marine animal, without a presentation requirement.

Assessment

• Observe student participation during group activities.
• Review completed worksheets and homework for understanding and accuracy.

Homework

Students will write a paragraph about their favorite marine animal, including its habitat and one interesting fact. Homework will be collected and reviewed without student presentations.

Additional Notes

• Ensure to accommodate different learning styles by providing varied materials.
• Be prepared to utilize technology for visual aids and supplementary video content where necessary.

Lesson script