Revision Basic Science Primary 4 Week 11 First Term Lesson Notes / Plans
Term: First Term
Subject: Basic Science
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 11
Topic: Revision (Weather: Meaning, Instrument, Symbols, and Records)
Duration: 45 minutes
Entry Behaviour: Students should have prior knowledge of basic weather concepts.
Key words: Weather, meaning, instrument, symbols, records
Behavioral Objectives:
- Students will define the concept of weather.
- Students will identify common weather instruments.
- Students will recognize weather symbols.
- Students will understand the importance of keeping weather records.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Observation
- Classification
- Communication
- Record-keeping
Learning Materials:
- Visual aids (images, charts)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Weather instruments (if available)
Example 1: Defining Weather Question: What is the meaning of weather? Answer: Weather refers to the conditions in the atmosphere at a particular place and time, including temperature, humidity, wind, and precipitation.
Example 2: Identifying Weather Instruments Question: Name a tool we use to measure temperature in weather. Answer: A thermometer is used to measure temperature in weather.
Example 3: Recognizing Weather Symbols Question: What does a cloud with raindrops symbolize in weather forecasting? Answer: A cloud with raindrops symbolizes rainy weather in weather forecasting.
Example 4: Understanding Weather Records Question: Why is it important to keep weather records? Answer: Keeping weather records helps scientists and meteorologists track and understand long-term weather patterns, aiding in predictions and planning.
Example 5: Applying Knowledge Question: If you see a sun symbol on the weather forecast, what kind of weather can you expect? Answer: A sun symbol indicates sunny weather with clear skies on the forecast
- Weather refers to the conditions in the __________ at a particular place and time.
- a) Oceans
- b) Atmosphere
- c) Mountains
- d) Deserts
- A tool used to measure temperature in weather is called a __________.
- a) Barometer
- b) Compass
- c) Thermometer
- d) Hydrometer
- In weather forecasting, a cloud with raindrops symbolizes __________ weather.
- a) Sunny
- b) Snowy
- c) Rainy
- d) Windy
- Keeping weather records helps scientists track and understand __________ weather patterns.
- a) Daily
- b) Monthly
- c) Long-term
- d) Weekly
- The symbol for clear skies and sunny weather on a forecast is usually a __________.
- a) Moon
- b) Sun
- c) Star
- d) Cloud
- The amount of moisture in the air is known as __________.
- a) Wind
- b) Humidity
- c) Temperature
- d) Precipitation
- Weather instruments help us measure different aspects of the __________.
- a) Earth
- b) Ocean
- c) Atmosphere
- d) Soil
- A weather vane is used to measure the __________ of the wind.
- a) Direction
- b) Speed
- c) Temperature
- d) Humidity
- Weather records are essential for making accurate __________ about future conditions.
- a) Predictions
- b) Observations
- c) Experiments
- d) Measurements
- The symbol for a thunderstorm on a weather forecast is often represented by a __________.
- a) Lightning bolt
- b) Snowflake
- c) Sun
- d) Wind
- A hygrometer is a weather instrument used to measure __________ in the air.
- a) Temperature
- b) Wind speed
- c) Humidity
- d) Precipitation
- Weather conditions can change from day to day and __________.
- a) Hour to hour
- b) Month to month
- c) Year to year
- d) Week to week
- In weather forecasts, a symbol with a cloud and a snowflake represents __________.
- a) Sunny weather
- b) Rainy weather
- c) Snowy weather
- d) Foggy weather
- The study of weather and climate is known as __________.
- a) Geology
- b) Meteorology
- c) Astronomy
- d) Ecology
- Weather records include information on temperature, precipitation, wind speed, and __________.
- a) Cloud types
- b) Ocean currents
- c) Soil composition
- d) Mountain ranges
Content:
- Introduction (5 minutes):
- Recap the importance of studying weather.
- Discuss the relevance of weather in our daily lives.
- Presentation (15 minutes):
- Display visual aids showing different weather conditions and symbols.
- Introduce common weather instruments and their uses.
- Teacher’s Activities (15 minutes):
- Explain the meanings of various weather symbols.
- Demonstrate how to use basic weather instruments.
- Discuss the importance of maintaining weather records.
- Learners’ Activities (10 minutes):
- Engage students in a Q&A session about weather concepts.
- Allow hands-on exploration of weather instruments
Assessment:
- Participation in class discussions.
- Observation of students’ interaction with weather instruments.
Evaluation:
- Assess students based on their ability to define weather terms.
- Evaluate their understanding of weather symbols and instruments
Conclusion:
- Summarize key points about weather concepts.
- Reinforce the significance of observing and recording weather patterns.
Homework:
- Ask students to keep a simple weather diary for a week, noting daily conditions.
