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

Topic

Soil

Objectives

• Understand the composition of soil
• Identify the different types of soil and their characteristics
• Explain the role of soil in ecosystems
• Recognize human impacts on soil health

Materials

• Soil samples (sand, clay, loam, and silt)
• Magnifying glasses
• Rulers
• Chart paper and markers
• Interactive whiteboard or chart for displaying information
• Worksheets for guided practice
• Homework assignment (Soil Journal)

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade 3

Subject

Science

Class Size

20 students

Duration

30 minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Canadian Science Curriculum for Grade 3, specifically focusing on earth and environmental sciences.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Soil	5 min	Begin with a question: "What do you think soil is made of?" Discuss students’ ideas. Introduce the topic of soil and its importance in the environment.
2	Types of Soil	10 min	Present the four types of soil (sand, clay, loam, silt) using samples. Allow students to observe and touch each soil type. Discuss characteristics of each type.
3	Soil in Ecosystems	5 min	Explain how soil supports plant growth and serves as a habitat for organisms. Use examples to illustrate the importance of healthy soil.
4	Human Impact on Soil	5 min	Discuss how actions such as pollution, deforestation, and farming affect soil health. Engage students in a brief discussion about their observations of soil in their local environment.
5	Guided Practice	3 min	Distribute worksheets. Have students complete a quick activity on identifying soil types and their uses.
6	Homework Assignment	2 min	Introduce the Soil Journal homework assignment, where students will observe soil in their area and write about what they find. Explain how to document their observations.

Homework

• Soil Journal: Students will collect a soil sample from their backyard or a nearby area, observe it, and write a short description of its color, texture, and any plants or animals they see around it. This will be submitted in the next class for checking without presentations.

Assessment

• Informal assessment during class discussion and group activities
• Review of Soil Journal entries for understanding and engagement with the topic

Additional Notes

• Ensure all students have access to the materials and soil samples.
• Create an inclusive environment where all students feel encouraged to participate. Encourage students to ask questions during the lesson.
• Adapt language and explanations as needed for English Language Learners (ELLs).

Lesson script