WRITE A LESSON PLAN USING FIVE E, Lesson 3 The Solar System (Grade 5)
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Lesson Plan – Grade 5: The Solar SystemObjective: Students will identify the planets of the solar system and understand their order and characteristics.Materials: Visual aids (solar system chart), video clips, activity sheet. Introduction (10 mins): Begin with a short video introducing the solar system. Ask: “Can you name some planets?”Lesson Proper (20 mins):Introduce the 8 planets and the sun.Use the acronym "My Very Eager Mother Just Served Us Nachos" to help remember the order.Discuss planet features (size, distance from the sun, surface, moons).Activity (15 mins):Students create a solar system model using drawings or cut-outs.Matching game: Match planet names to pictures and facts.Review (10 mins): Quick exam: “Which planet is the largest? Closest to the sun?”Assignment: Draw your favorite planet and write 3 facts about it.
