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Which subject	Science
What topic	Seeds
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Seeds

Subject

Science

Topic

Seeds

Grade/Age Group

Elementary (Grades 3-5)

Duration

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

National Curriculum Standards

This lesson aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for 3rd-5th grades, focusing on life sciences, specifically plant reproduction and growth.

Objectives

• Identify the parts of a seed and their functions.
• Describe the process of seed germination.
• Understand the importance of seeds in plant life cycles and ecosystems.

Materials

• Various types of seeds (e.g., beans, sunflower, pumpkin)
• Magnifying glasses
• Seed germination diagrams
• Worksheets for drawing and labeling seed parts
• Markers and colored pencils
• Clear plastic ziploc bags with damp paper towels (for germination demonstration)

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (min)	Details
1	Introduction to Seeds	5	Introduce the topic of seeds, discussing their importance in nature and agriculture. Show examples of different seeds.
2	Parts of a Seed	10	Use magnifying glasses for students to examine seeds. Discuss parts (seed coat, embryo, cotyledon) and have students label their worksheets.
3	The Germination Process	10	Present the seed germination diagram. Explain the stages of germination using a time-lapse video or images.
4	Hands-On Activity	5	Students will place seeds in ziploc bags with damp paper towels to observe germination over time. Instructions provided for care.
5	Wrap-Up and Homework Assignment	5	Review lesson highlights. Assign homework to observe and document the growth of seeds over one week. Collect worksheets for feedback.

Homework

Students will observe the seeds they placed in the ziploc bags over the week and record any changes they see each day. They will turn in their observations and drawings without a class presentation.

Assessment

Feedback on the completed worksheets will be provided, emphasizing the understanding of seed parts and the germination process through written comments.

Additional Notes

Ensure to check for any allergies when using seeds. Adjust activities to provide inclusive options for students with differing levels of ability.

Lesson script