Things Found in The Soil and Importance of Soil Primary 1 Basic Science

Subject: Basic Science

Class: Primary 1

Term: Second Term

Week: 5

Topic: Things Found in The Soil and Importance of Soil

Sub-topic: Air, water, leaf litters, small stones, decayed animals, decayed plants, living organisms like ants, earthworms, locust, small rodents, and why soil is important for plants and small animals.

Duration: 45 minutes

Entry Behaviour: Ask students what they remember about the soil. Encourage them to share their thoughts and experiences with the class.

Previous Lesson : Definition and Uses of Soil Primary 1 Basic Science

Key Words: Soil, air, water, leaf litters, small stones, decayed animals, decayed plants, living organisms, plants growth, homes, water absorption.

Behavioral Objectives:

• Understand and recognize things found in the soil.
• Identify the importance of soil for plants and small animals.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Observation
• Classification
• Communication

Learning Materials:

• Pictures of soil components
• Samples of soil and different materials
• Chart with key words
• Small potted plants

Content:

Hello, little ones! Today, let’s talk about the magical world beneath our feet – the soil! 🌱

In the soil, we find air (like we breathe), water (for thirsty plants), leaf litters (fallen leaves), small stones (tiny rocks), and even some busy ants and earthworms! 🐜🌿

Guess what? Soil is like a cozy home for small animals like locusts and rodents. It’s their special place! 🏡

Now, why is soil so important? Well, it helps plants grow big and strong, gives homes to our tiny friends, and even helps the ground drink water! 🌧️💧

So, always remember to appreciate the soil – it’s like nature’s magic carpet that helps everything around us! 🌍✨

Demonstrating Air in Space Primary 1 Basic Science

Classwork

1. Air, water, and __________ are things found in the soil.
   a) Fire
   b) Clouds
   c) Leaf litters
   d) Ice

2. What tiny creatures live in the soil?
   a) Elephants
   b) Ants and earthworms
   c) Giraffes
   d) Lions

3. Soil is like a cozy ________ for small animals.
   a) Playground
   b) Home
   c) School
   d) Mall

4. Which of the following is NOT found in the soil?
   a) Air
   b) Water
   c) Fire
   d) Leaf litters

5. Soil is important because it helps plants ________.
   a) Fly
   b) Grow
   c) Dance
   d) Sing

6. Living organisms like ants, earthworms, and locusts are found in the ________.
   a) Sky
   b) Soil
   c) Ocean
   d) Desert

7. What falls to the ground and becomes leaf litters in the soil?
   a) Candy
   b) Fallen leaves
   c) Toys
   d) Raindrops

8. Soil is like nature’s magic carpet that helps everything ________.
   a) Float
   b) Fly
   c) Around us
   d) Disappear

9. The soil is a source of water ________ for plants.
   a) Eating
   b) Absorption
   c) Evaporation
   d) Drinking

10. Which of the following is a tiny rock found in the soil?
    a) Mountain
    b) Pebble
    c) Volcano
    d) Ocean

11. Soil gives homes to small animals like ________.
    a) Elephants
    b) Dinosaurs
    c) Ants and earthworms
    d) Giraffes

12. What do plants need from the soil to grow big and strong?
    a) Sunshine
    b) Air
    c) Water
    d) Candy

13. Soil is like a special place for ________.
    a) Cars
    b) Airplanes
    c) Small animals
    d) Robots

14. ________ are fallen leaves that become part of the soil.
    a) Dancing leaves
    b) Floating leaves
    c) Leaf litters
    d) Singing leaves

15. Soil is like a cozy home for small animals like locusts and ________.
    a) Birds
    b) Fish
    c) Rodents
    d) Elephants

Presentation:

1. Step 1 (Revision): Begin by revising the previous topic about basic plant parts and their functions. Connect it with the current topic by explaining how plants need soil to grow.
2. Step 2 (Introduction): Introduce the new topic by showing pictures of soil components – air, water, leaf litters, small stones, decayed animals, decayed plants, and living organisms like ants, earthworms, locusts, and small rodents. Discuss why these things are important for the soil.
3. Step 3 (Teacher’s Activities):
   • Use visual aids to illustrate each component found in the soil.
   • Discuss the importance of soil for plants and small animals.
   • Show samples of soil and let students feel and observe them.

Learners Activities:

• Engage students in a class discussion about what they see and feel.
• Encourage them to ask questions about soil components.

Assessment:

• Observe students’ participation in the discussion.
• Ask questions to check their understanding of soil components and their importance.

Evaluation:

1. What are some things found in the soil?
2. Why is soil important for plants?
3. Name a living organism found in the soil.
4. What do plants need from the soil to grow?
5. Mention a non-living component found in the soil.
6. How do small animals benefit from the soil?
7. Give an example of leaf litters.
8. Why is water important in the soil?
9. What can you find in decayed plants in the soil?
10. Explain one way soil helps plants grow.

Conclusion:

• The teacher goes around to mark and discuss the students’ understanding of the topic. Reinforce key points and address any misconceptions.