Grade. 5 – Science Lesson Plan: Term 2 Unit 2

Below is a comprehensive lesson plan for grade five students focusing on investigating organic and non-organic methods of growing food, aligned with Jamaica’s National Standard Curriculum objective. This plan follows the KUD strategy and the 5Es instructional model:

Lesson Plan # 4: Investigating Organic and Non-Organic Methods of Growing Food

Grade Level: 5th Grade
Subject: Science
Objective: Students will investigate organic and non-organic methods of growing food, analyze the impact of chemicals on animals and consumers, and present their findings in a variety of ways.

KUD Strategy:

Know: Students will know the differences between organic and non-organic methods of food production and understand the impact of chemicals on animals and consumers.

Understand: Students will understand the importance of choosing organic methods for food production and the potential risks associated with non-organic methods.

Do: Students will be able to investigate large-scale poultry farms and fish farms, collect data on animal feed and chemicals used, draw justifiable conclusions, and present their findings in visually appealing ways.

Teaching/Learning Procedure:

Engage:

1. Begin the lesson by discussing with students the concept of organic and non-organic methods of food production.
2. Show images or videos of large-scale poultry farms and fish farms, or view online resources, to introduce students to the topic.
3. Engage students in a discussion about the food that animals eat and the chemicals used in their growth.

Explore:

1. Arrange visits to large-scale poultry farms and fish farms, or alternatively, show videos or pictures depicting these operations.
2. Instruct students to observe and collect data on the food given to the animals and any chemicals used in their growth.
3. Encourage students to ask questions to farm staff or conduct research to gather additional information about the effects of chemicals on animals and consumers.

Explain:

1. Facilitate a class discussion where students share their observations and data collected during the visits or research.
2. Guide students to analyze the impact of chemicals on animals and the potential risks associated with consuming products from non-organic farms.
3. Discuss with students the importance of choosing organic methods for food production to minimize health risks and environmental impact.

Elaborate:

1. Divide students into small groups and assign each group a task to present their findings in a variety of ways, such as posters, infographics, presentations, or multimedia projects.
2. Provide time for groups to research, plan, and create their presentations, ensuring they include accurate data and justifiable conclusions.
3. Encourage creativity and collaboration among group members to produce visually appealing and informative presentations.

Evaluate:

1. Assess students’ data collection process to ensure accurate information was gathered from farm visits or research.
2. Evaluate students’ ability to draw justifiable conclusions based on their observations and analysis of the impact of chemicals on animals and consumers.
3. Assess the presentations based on criteria such as visual appeal, accuracy of information, clarity of message, and effectiveness in conveying the importance of choosing organic methods for food production.

Assessment:

Assessment 1:

Criteria: Accurate data collected and justifiable conclusions drawn.

Tier 1: Assess basic comprehension and ability to collect data accurately.

Tier 2: Evaluate the depth of understanding and the ability to analyze data to draw conclusions.

Tier 3: Assess critical thinking skills and the justification provided for conclusions drawn.

Assessment 2:

Criteria: Presentations are visually appealing and contain correct information.

Tier 1: Assess basic ability to present information visually.

Tier 2: Evaluate the creativity and effectiveness of presentations in conveying information.

Tier 3: Assess the accuracy, completeness, and clarity of information presented, considering visual appeal and audience engagement.

By following this lesson plan, students will not only investigate organic and non-organic methods of growing food but also develop a deeper understanding of the impact of chemicals on animals and consumers, and the importance of choosing organic methods for food production.