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Lesson Plan: Emergency Plan for Grade 4 Math

Subject: Mathematics
Grade: 4
Duration: 30 minutes
Topic: Emergency Plan

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Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

1. Understand the concept of emergency preparedness.
2. Create a simple emergency plan using mathematical reasoning.
3. Apply basic math skills to determine necessary supplies and routes.

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Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Chart paper
• Markers or crayons
• Rulers (for measuring distances)
• Handout with example scenarios (e.g., fire, earthquake, flood)
• Access to a computer or tablet (optional for visual aids)

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Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Discuss the Importance of Emergency Plans

   • Ask students if they know what an emergency plan is and why it's important.
   • Discuss common types of emergencies (fire, earthquake, etc.).

2. Connect to Mathematics

   • Explain how math can help us in emergencies (planning routes, counting supplies, etc.).

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Activity 1: Understanding Supplies and Quantities (10 minutes)

1. Group Activity

   • Divide the class into small groups.
   • Provide each group with a handout that lists essential emergency supplies (water, food, first aid kit, flashlight, etc.) along with their quantities.

2. Math Challenge

   • Ask groups to:
     • Calculate the total number of supplies needed for a family of four.
     • Identify how many days those supplies would last if they use a certain amount per day (e.g., 1 gallon of water per day).

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Activity 2: Planning the Safest Route (10 minutes)

1. Route Planning

   • Each group will choose a hypothetical emergency scenario from the handout.
   • Using chart paper, groups will draw their house layout and identify the safest route to the nearest safe location (e.g., a designated meeting spot or a neighbor's house).

2. Measuring Distances

   • Have students use rulers to measure the distances on their map.
   • Encourage them to calculate how long it would take to walk that distance at a safe, steady pace (e.g., 5 minutes per block).

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Conclusion and Review (5 minutes)

1. Present Findings

   • Allow each group to share their emergency plan and findings with the class.
   • Discuss why certain supplies and routes were chosen.

2. Reflect on Learning

   • Ask students to think about how math connects to real life in emergencies.
   • Encourage them to develop a personal emergency plan at home, including at least three important supplies.

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Assessment

• Participation in group discussions and activities.
• Accuracy of calculations regarding supplies and route distances.
• Presentation of their emergency plan.

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Additional Notes

• Encourage students to think critically and creatively about their plans.
• Remind them that preparedness can help keep their families safe in various situations.

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This lesson plan is tailored to engage Grade 4 students with practical applications of mathematics in the context of emergency preparedness, complying with Canadian educational standards.