Features of Plants and Groups of Plants Based on Features Basic Science Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 6
Subject: Basic Science
Class: Primary 2
Term: Second Term
Week: 6
Topic: Features of Plants and Groups of Plants Based on Features
Sub-topic: Identifying and Locating Common Plants, Examining Features
Duration: 40 minutes
Entry Behaviour: Students should recognize basic parts of a plant, like leaves and stems.
Key Words: Plants, Features, Leaves, Stems, Roots, Groups, Identify, Locate
Behavioral Objectives:
- Students will identify and locate common plants within the school compound.
- Students will trace the leaves of plants and examine features like texture, shape, size, and color.
- Students will categorize plants into groups based on features.
Embedded Core Skills: Observation, Classification, Critical Thinking
Learning Materials:
- Pictures of common plants.
- Samples of leaves, stems, and roots.
- Sketchpad and crayons for students.
- Labels with plant names.
Content:
- Revision of the basic parts of a plant.
- Introduction to the features of plants – leaves, stems, roots.
- Identification and location of common plants in the school compound.
- Examination of plant features using samples and pictures.
- Categorizing plants into groups – trees, shrubs, and herbs.
Features of a plant
- Identify Plants: 🌱 Look for common plants around the school.
- Locate Plants: 🏫 Find where these plants are within the school compound.
- Trace Leaves: ✏️ Carefully trace the leaves of the plants you find.
- Examine Features: 👀 Observe the texture, shape, size, and color of the leaves.
- Note Differences: 📝 Record how each plant’s features differ from one another.
- Leaves: 🍃 Examine the leaves of plants for texture, shape, size, and color.
- Stems: 🌱 Look at the stems; are they thin, thick, or woody?
- Flowers: 🌸 Check for flowers and observe their colors and shapes.
- Roots: 🌿 Explore the roots; are they underground or visible?
- Groups: 🌳 Identify if the plants belong to trees, shrubs, or herbs.
- Examples: 🌻 Give examples like roses, mango trees, or basil plants.
- Location: 🏡 Discuss where these plants can be found, like in gardens or forests.
Evaluation
- Plants are identified by their features such as ______, shape, size, and color. a) Texture b) Taste c) Temperature d) Time
- The part of a plant that we examine for features is the ______. a) Root b) Leaf c) Flower d) Stem
- What do we observe in leaves? a) Sound b) Smell c) Texture d) Temperature
- The stem of a plant can be ______. a) Visible b) Tasteless c) Invisible d) Solid
- Flowers add ______ to a plant. a) Weight b) Color c) Height d) Size
- Plants with woody stems are often called ______. a) Vegetables b) Fruits c) Herbs d) Trees
- ______ are examples of plants. a) Clouds b) Cars c) Roses d) Rocks
- Where can plants be found? a) In the ocean b) In the air c) In the soil d) In the sun
- Groups of plants are classified into ______. a) Shapes b) Colors c) Sizes d) Trees, shrubs, or herbs
- A plant’s roots can be ______. a) Underwater b) In the sky c) Invisible d) Edible
- ______ is an example of a flowering plant. a) Mushroom b) Rose c) Stone d) Chair
- Shrub plants are usually ______ in size. a) Small b) Large c) Round d) Blue
- Identify plants around your school to learn about their ______. a) Taste b) Features c) Sounds d) Temperature
- Plants like tomatoes and peppers are examples of ______. a) Trees b) Fruits c) Herbs d) Clouds
- The part of a plant we eat is often the ______. a) Root b) Leaf c) Flower d) Stem
Presentation:
- Step 1: Quick revision of basic plant parts. Objects that can be moulded with clay and the steps of moulding objects with clay Basic Science Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 5
- Step 2: Introduction of the day’s topic: “Features of Plants and Groups Based on Features.”
- Step 3: Identification and location of common plants around the school.
- Step 4: Examination of plant features using samples and pictures.
- Step 5: Group activity – categorizing plants into trees, shrubs, and herbs.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Guide students in identifying plants around the school.
- Facilitate discussions on plant features.
- Assist students in categorizing plants into groups.
Learners Activities:
- Participate in identifying and locating plants.
- Engage in examining plant features using samples.
- Collaborate in categorizing plants into groups.
Assessment:
- Observations during the identification and location activity.
- Review of sketches and labels created by students.
- Participation in group categorization activity.
Evaluation:
- What are the three main parts of a plant?
- Can you name a plant you find around the school?
- How do you describe the leaves of a plant?
- Where can we find plant roots?
- What is the focus of today’s lesson?
- How would you categorize a tall plant with a woody stem?
- What materials did we use to examine plant features?
- Why is it important to categorize plants?
- Mention a feature you observed in a plant today.
- What will you remember most about today’s lesson?
Conclusion: The teacher will review students’ work, provide feedback, and conduct a brief discussion summarizing key points. The teacher will also go round to mark and address any questions or misconceptions.
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