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Which subject	Science
What topic	decomposers
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 5
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Decomposers

Topic

Decomposers

Objectives

• Understand the role of decomposers in the ecosystem.
• Identify different types of decomposers.
• Explain the process of decomposition.
• Recognize the importance of decomposers for nutrient cycling.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector and computer
• Slides on decomposers (images and videos)
• Handouts with information on decomposers
• Chart paper and markers for group activities

Grade/Age Group

Grade 5

Subject

Science

Class Size

20 Students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for Life Science, focusing on ecosystem interactions and nutrient cycling.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Briefly introduce the topic of decomposers. Ask students what they know about decomposers.
2	Lecture on Decomposers	10 minutes	Use slides to explain what decomposers are, their types (fungi, bacteria, insects) and their role in the ecosystem. Include visuals and videos.
3	Group Activity	10 minutes	Divide students into small groups and provide chart paper. Each group will create a poster about a specific decomposer, including its function and environment.
4	Group Presentations	3 minutes	Groups briefly display and explain their posters to the class. No pressure for formal presentations.
5	Conclusion & Q&A	2 minutes	Summarize the key points of the lesson. Open the floor for any questions the students might have.
6	Homework Assignment	0 minutes	Assign students to write a short paragraph on how decomposers affect their environment (to reinforce lesson content). Homework will be collected, but not presented.

Assessment

• Participation in group activity and discussion.
• Review of group posters for understanding of the content.
• Collection and informal assessment of homework assignments to check comprehension.

Homework

Students will write a paragraph describing how decomposers affect their local environment. The assignments will be collected but not presented in front of the class.

Reflection

Post-lesson, evaluate the effectiveness of the lesson based on student engagement and understanding. Adjust future lessons based on feedback or observed challenges.

Lesson script