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What part of a lesson	New topic
Which subject	Science
What age group	Year or Grade 3
What topic	Space
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Organising the ‘New Topic’ Lesson on Space for Year 3

Overview

In this lesson, we will introduce the exciting topic of Space to Year 3 students. The goal is to engage their curiosity about the universe while introducing key concepts in a fun and memorable way.

Lesson Structure

1. Introduction to Space (10 minutes)

Begin the lesson with an engaging question to spark curiosity:

• Question: "What do you think is out there in space?"

Give students a moment to think and share their ideas. Accept all contributions, as this helps to validate their thoughts and encourages participation.

2. Interactive Space Discovery (20 minutes)

Materials Needed:

• A large black cloth or poster board to represent space
• Glow-in-the-dark stars and planets
• Flashlights
• Sticky notes

Activity Steps:

1. Create a Starry Night:

   • Lay the black cloth or board on the floor.
   • Allow students to place glow-in-the-dark stars and planets onto the cloth, creating their own version of a night sky.

2. Using Flashlights:

   • Once the stars are placed, dim the lights and use flashlights to examine the "stars" up close.
   • Encourage students to describe what they see, prompting them to think about how different celestial bodies might look.

3. Sticky Note Reflections:

   • After the exploration, hand out sticky notes for students to express one interesting thing they learned about space from the activity.
   • Have a 'Space Wonder Wall' where students can stick their notes for everyone to see.

3. Mini Presentation - Meet the Planets (15 minutes)

Learning Aim

Introduce the planets of our solar system, focusing on two or three to keep it manageable.

Activity Steps:

• Use a PowerPoint presentation or flashcards featuring images of the planets.
• Give interesting facts:
  • Mercury: Closest to the sun and has extreme temperatures.
  • Mars: Known as the Red Planet and has the largest volcano in the solar system.
  • Jupiter: The largest planet with a storm bigger than Earth!

4. Creative Activity - Build Your Own Planet (15 minutes)

Materials Needed:

• Coloured paper
• Markers, crayons, or coloured pencils
• Scissors, glue, and other craft items
• Glitter (optional)

Activity Steps:

1. Each student will choose one planet or create their own unique planet.
2. They will design it using the provided materials. Encourage creativity – they can add rings, moons, or make it an unusual colour!
3. Once completed, ask them to present their planets to the class, sharing one interesting fact about their planet.

5. Conclusion and Homework Assignment (10 minutes)

Wrap Up the Lesson

• Recap what students have learned about space and the planets.
• Discuss how space exploration can help us learn more about our universe.

Homework

Ask the students to find a space-related fact at home and write it down. They could illustrate their fact or bring a small object related to space to share with the class next lesson.

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By using hands-on activities, creative assignments, and interactive learning, this lesson aims to not only inform Year 3 students about space but also ignite their imagination and curiosity for further exploration in science.