Class: Primary 6
Term: 1st Term
Week: 1
Age: 12 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Subject: Basic Science and Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Science
Topic: Solar System I

Content:

Meaning of solar system: The sun and the nine planets.

Natural bodies

Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Define the solar system.

List the planets in our solar system.
Define natural bodies in space.
List six examples of natural bodies.

Instructional Materials:

Diagrams or pictures of the solar system.
Pictures of planets.

Images of natural bodies in space.
Whiteboard and markers.
Notebooks and pens.

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the solar system and natural bodies in space is crucial for appreciating our place in the universe and fostering an interest in astronomy.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils have basic knowledge of the solar system, having learned about the sun and some planets in previous classes.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Solar System II

Content (Steps)	Time	Teaching Method	Teacher’s Points/Activities	Pupils’ Activities
Introduction	5 mins	Discussion	– Begin by asking pupils what they know about the solar system. – Explain the importance of studying the solar system.	– Share what they know about the solar system. – Listen to the teacher’s explanation.
Defining Solar System	5 mins	Explanation	– Define the solar system as the sun and all the objects that are held by the sun’s gravity, including planets. – Show diagrams or pictures of the solar system.	– Listen attentively. – Observe the diagrams or pictures.
Listing Planets	10 mins	Discussion & Questioning	– List and explain the nine planets in our solar system (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto). – Ask pupils to recall the names.	– Listen to the explanation. – Attempt to recall the planet names.
Defining Natural Bodies	5 mins	Explanation	– Define natural bodies in space as objects in space that occur naturally, such as planets, stars, moons, comets, and asteroids. – Show images of these natural bodies.	– Listen attentively. – Observe the images.
Listing Natural Bodies	10 mins	Discussion & Questioning	– List six examples of natural bodies in space, including stars, moons, and comets. – Ask pupils to name other natural bodies.	– Participate in the discussion. – Suggest other examples if possible.
Note Taking (Solar System)	3 mins	Note Taking	– Provide pupils with a note summarizing the key points about the solar system (definition and list of planets). – Pupils copy the note into their notebooks.	– Copy the note into their notebooks.
Note Taking (Natural Bodies)	2 mins	Note Taking	– Provide pupils with a note summarizing the key points about natural bodies in space (definition and examples). – Pupils copy the note into their notebooks.	– Copy the note into their notebooks.
Conclusion	5 mins	Recap & Discussion	– Summarize the main points about the solar system and natural bodies in space. – Encourage pupils to share their thoughts on the topic.	– Listen to the summary. – Share their thoughts and questions.
Evaluation	5 mins	Question & Answer	– Ask questions to assess pupils’ comprehension of the topic. – Encourage pupils to name different natural bodies.	– Participate in answering questions. – Name various natural bodies.

Note to Pupils:
Solar System

The solar system is the sun and all the objects held by its gravity, including the nine planets.

Nine planets in our solar system are Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto.

Natural Bodies

Natural bodies in space are objects that occur naturally, like stars, moons, comets, and asteroids.

Evaluation:

What is the solar system?
Can you name four planets in our solar system?

What are natural bodies in space?

Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.