Living things and Non Living Things Basic Science Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Subject: Basic Science
Class: Primary/Basic 6
Term: First Term
Week: 2
Age: 11 years
Topic: Living and Non-Living Things
Sub-Topic: Meaning and Identification of Living and Non-Living Things; Characteristics of Living Things
Duration: 2 hours

Behavioral Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, pupils will be able to:

Define living things and non-living things.
Analyze the characteristics of living things.
Classify items in their environment as living or non-living things.

Keywords:

Living Things
Non-Living Things
Characteristics
Classification
Environment

Set Induction:

Begin the lesson with a short story or a video clip showing examples of living and non-living things. Ask students to discuss what they observed and what they think makes something living or non-living.

Entry Behavior:

Students should have basic knowledge of different types of objects and organisms in their environment.

Learning Resources and Materials:

Pictures or flashcards of living and non-living things
Real-life examples (e.g., plants, animals, toys, books)
Whiteboard and markers
Chart paper

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Connect the topic to what students know about plants and animals from previous lessons. Review their understanding of what makes something alive (e.g., breathing, growing, reproducing).

Embedded Core Skills:

Critical thinking
Observation
Classification

Learning Materials:

Flashcards with images of various living and non-living things
Chart paper for listing characteristics

Reference Books:

Lagos State Scheme of Work
Basic Science Textbook for Primary 6

Instructional Materials:

Whiteboard
Markers
Projector (if available)

Content:

Meaning and Identification:
- Living Things: Organisms that grow, reproduce, and respond to their environment. Examples include plants, animals, and humans.
- Non-Living Things: Objects that do not grow, reproduce, or respond to their environment. Examples include rocks, toys, and books.
Characteristics of Living Things:
- Growth
- Movement
- Reproduction
- Respiration
- Sensitivity to stimuli
- Nutrition

Assessment Questions:

Living things can ______, which means they can increase in size. (a) sleep, (b) grow, (c) move, (d) change
Non-living things do not ______. (a) breathe, (b) eat, (c) sleep, (d) grow
The process by which living things make new individuals is called ______. (a) growth, (b) reproduction, (c) respiration, (d) nutrition
Plants need ______ to grow and survive. (a) air, (b) toys, (c) water, (d) books
Animals and humans ______ to their surroundings. (a) ignore, (b) respond, (c) avoid, (d) forget
A rock is an example of a ______ thing. (a) living, (b) non-living, (c) moving, (d) growing
______ is the process by which living things take in food. (a) Sensitivity, (b) Respiration, (c) Nutrition, (d) Movement
Living things need ______ to live. (a) toys, (b) air, (c) water, (d) both b and c
A plant growing towards the sun is an example of ______. (a) growth, (b) movement, (c) sensitivity, (d) reproduction
A book is an example of a ______ thing. (a) living, (b) non-living, (c) breathing, (d) growing
Animals reproduce to ______. (a) eat, (b) grow, (c) make new individuals, (d) sleep
All living things need ______ to stay alive. (a) sunlight, (b) water, (c) sleep, (d) air
______ is a characteristic of living things that involves breathing. (a) Nutrition, (b) Respiration, (c) Sensitivity, (d) Growth
A cat is an example of a ______ thing. (a) living, (b) non-living, (c) moving, (d) stationary
Non-living things ______ change their position on their own. (a) cannot, (b) can, (c) will, (d) always

Class Activity Discussion

Q: What is the difference between living and non-living things?
A: Living things grow, reproduce, and respond to their environment, while non-living things do not.
Q: Can non-living things grow?
A: No, non-living things cannot grow.
Q: What does reproduction mean?
A: Reproduction is the process by which living things produce new individuals of the same kind.
Q: Why do plants need water?
A: Plants need water to grow and survive.
Q: What is an example of a non-living thing?
A: A rock or a book is an example of a non-living thing.
Q: How do living things respond to their environment?
A: Living things react to changes in their surroundings, like moving towards light.
Q: What is an example of a living thing?
A: A dog or a tree is an example of a living thing.
Q: What does respiration mean for living things?
A: Respiration is the process of taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide.
Q: Can non-living things reproduce?
A: No, non-living things cannot reproduce.
Q: Why do animals move?
A: Animals move to find food, shelter, and to escape danger.
Q: What is sensitivity in living things?
A: Sensitivity is the ability to respond to changes in the environment.
Q: How do living things get their nutrition?
A: Living things get their nutrition by consuming food or through photosynthesis.
Q: Do non-living things need air?
A: No, non-living things do not need air.
Q: What happens if a plant does not get sunlight?
A: The plant will not be able to make food and may not grow properly.
Q: How do living things breathe?
A: Living things breathe through their respiratory systems, which might be lungs, gills, or other organs.

Presentation:

Introduction:
- Discuss what living and non-living things are.
- Show examples using pictures or objects.
Activity:
- Group students and give each group a mix of objects. Have them classify items as living or non-living.
- Discuss their classifications and explain any mistakes.
Review:
- Summarize the characteristics of living things.
- Ask students to give examples from their environment.

Discover the differences between living and non-living things with this comprehensive lesson plan for Primary 6. Learn the characteristics of living things and practice classifying objects in your environment.