| 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 | Geography |
| What topic | Formation of atolls |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 6 |
| 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 |
Formation of Atolls
Year 6
Geography
30 Minutes
20 Students
This lesson aligns with the National Curriculum for Geography, specifically regarding physical geography and the understanding of ecosystems.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Briefly introduce the topic of atolls. Ask students what they already know about them. |
| 2 | Presentation | 10 min | Use a PowerPoint presentation to explain the formation of atolls, accompanied by diagrams. Provide definitions of key terms. |
| 3 | Video Explanation | 5 min | Show a short video that illustrates the geological processes of atoll formation. Discuss the visual elements with the class. |
| 4 | Group Activity | 5 min | Divide the class into small groups. Hand out worksheets where students identify parts of atolls and their characteristics based on the video and presentation. |
| 5 | Class Discussion | 3 min | Reconvene for a class discussion. Allow each group to share one key characteristic of atolls they learned. |
| 6 | Conclusion | 2 min | Summarize the key points of the lesson. Highlight the ecological significance of atolls and mention the importance of conservation. |
| 7 | Homework Assignment | 0 min | Provide the students with a short homework assignment to research a specific atoll and write a paragraph about its significance. Homework to be checked but not presented in class. |
Research a specific atoll and write a brief paragraph discussing its significance, including information about its location, characteristics, and any known environmental threats.