Lesson Plan #2

Date: 11/03/2015

Sinking and Floating

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3rd grade
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Science
Students will investigate the physical properties of

matter and will learn that changes occur.

Approximate Time
30 minutes
Materials Needed
Clear plastic cups, objects made of different
materials, worksheets
Anticipatory Setting
boats

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Opening
Objective :After watching the video, the students
will predict if the objects will float or sink, and then investigate if
their predictions are true in order to complete their worksheet.
Relevancy: Students
Instructional Input:
Once the student are seated, they will watch a short
that gives a short explanation of why things float/sink.
Modeling:
I will demonstrate what they need to do with their
objects and how they should record their results.
Independent Practice:
Student will work with their partners and figure out
what items sink/float.
Assessment:
I will use worksheets to assess the students
understanding.
Closure:
Students will be asked to share something that floats
or sinks.
Sponge:
If they are finished early, on the back of their
worksheet, they can draw a picture of one of the objects showing
if it floated/sank.