CLASS – VI LESSON

PLAN
CHAPTER 9 The Living Organisms Characteristics and
Habitat
Name of the Topic No.of
Lesson/Unit Periods
Required
Introduction 1
Organisms and the surroundings where they 1
live. Activity 1
(Chapter- Habitat and Adaptation 2
9) Activity 2 1
A journey through different habitats 2
Terrestrial region
Activity 3 1
Mountain regions 2
grassland 1
Oceans 1
Ponds and lakes 3
Do all organism needs food? 2
Asexual Reproduction

Do all organisms show growth?

Do all orgaaanisms respire?
Do all organismss respond to stimuli?
Activity 4 3
Living organisms and excretion
Do all organisms reproduce their
Textbook Marking 1
Textbook Marking

Written work 2
Textual exercise 2
Textual exercise

Worksheet 5

Total period: 30
Unit Chapter –9 The Living Organisms and their Surroundings

Class Transaction Total: 30 periods (35 mins each)

Pre-requisite for This lesson requires
the course  Basic knowledge of characteristics shown by living organisms and non-
living organisms.
Assessment of 1. Written test
qualifying 2. Lab activity
knowledge 3. Group Discussion
4. HW notebook
Objective Students will be able to

 List the characteristic features of living organisms

 Explain habitat and adaptation
 Classify the organisms on the basis of their habitat
 List certain common characteristics of living organisms like whether they
grow, respire etc
 Understand excretion and reproduction

Learning KNOWLEDGE- Students will know and understand

Outcomes
 terrestrial habitat and aquatic habitat
 characteristics of living organisms
 Adaptation in plants
 Adaptation in animals
 Excretion and reproduction

SKILLS and COMPETENCIES

 Students will Identify various habitats and enlist the animals that
adapt themselves to that habitat collaboratively.
 Students will critically think and classify organisms on the basis of their
habitat
 The learners will collaboratively work on the case studies.
 Develop citizenship- responsibility as they will learn importance of
habitat of organisms and how human activities are endangering it.
Transaction Transaction would proceed in the following manner-
Methodology
(The teacher can Brain Storming-The class would start with a discussion on what the students
use the have already learnt in the previous classes and hence what is it that they would
mentioned learn now. They would also be told the significance of the topic that they would
techniques, be studying.
wherever
applicable, and Introduction of the topic- The students will be told about various habitats
can use any other supported by pictorial representation
too.) Think-pair -share- Students will read the topic again after teacher’s
explanation, think for a minute and then discuss in pair about the habitat and
adaptation.
Jig Saw- The class will be divided into various groups and each group comprises
of five students. The topic of adaptation in camel, lion, deer, yak, fish will be
assigned to each student in the group. Give students time to read their topic at
least twice. Form temporary expert group by having one student from each jig
saw group join other students who have been assigned the same topic. Give
students in these expert groups time to discuss the main points of their topic and
to rehearse the presentations they will make to their jigsaw group. Bring them
back to their jigsaw groups where each student will again explain their topic and
teacher can intervene if group is not going in right direction (Critical thinking,
communication, collaboration and character)

Guided practice followed by Independent Practice- NCERT questions to be

discussed in the classroom.

Techniques to be used:
Quiz
Daily Practice Problem
MCQ
Peer Assessment

Resources Text Book

NCERT text book for Science
Reference Book
CBSE Exemplar

Self Study, Home Independent Practice: Students would do the questions in their H.W notebooks
Work, from NCERT book
Assignments
HW notebooks to be marked as per the given plan:
Assessment Parameters: The total marks for the activity is 5 marks
On time submission…...........................................1 mark
Presentation/ Neatness….......................................1 mark
Content…...............................................................3 marks.
Assessments 4 UNIT TESTS (25, 25, 25, 25).....................................100 Marks
HALF YEARLY EXAMINATION..............................80 Marks
ANNUAL BOARD EXAMINATION..........................80 Marks
INTERNAL ASSESSMENTS......................................40 Marks

PERIODIC TEST
By administering pen paper test we assess creativity and critical thinking.
80 Marks
Subject Enrichment 10 Marks
With the help of subject enrichment activities we assess communication
collaboration, character building and citizenship.
Note Book Submission 10 Marks

Addressing Due to various social backgrounds and multiple intelligences, the classroom
Classroom might be a diverse arena. The following techniques can be used for various
Diversity groups:

For gifted students:

 Encouragement for referring other resources
 Presenting them with high order thinking questions

For weak students:

 Buddy help to be provided
 Provide grade-up classes
 Field experience

For differently abled students:

 Ignore spelling mistakes
 Call parents at regular intervals
 Provide grade-up classes

Marks The weightage would be given by CBSE

The following questions will be asked to the students_
What is a habitat?
What are Biotic and Abiotic components of a habitat?
The stem of cactus is green and fleshy. Why?
Why do snow leopards have a thick layer of fur on their skin?
How do snakes and rats adapt themselves to desert conditions?

Unit DAY 1 – The Living Organisms and Their Surroundings

Topic Organisms and their surroundings
Class Transaction 35 min
Pre-requisite for This lesson requires the students to recall the term and characteristics of living
the course organisms and non- living organisms
Assessment of Facilitator asks the students to list the different characteristic features of living
qualifying organism
knowledge
Objective The students will get familiarized with different characteristics of living
organisms and accordingly their habitat
Learning KNOWLEDGE- Students will be able to
Outcomes  Define the living organism
 Enlist different organisms and their features
SKILLS- Students would be able to
 Critically analyze the different organisms and their habitats

Transaction Transaction would proceed in the following manner-

Methodology
(The teacher can Brain storming: The facilitator will ask about the features of living organisms,
use the importance of shelter. Once the terms are extracted from the learners, the
mentioned facilitator will help them in defining it properly.
techniques,
wherever Think-pair -share- Students will read the topic again after teacher’s
applicable, and explanation, think for a minute and then discuss in pair about the characteristics
can use any other of various living organisms.
too.) (Communication, Critical thinking, Collaboration)

The facilitator will help the learners to list down various animals, plants, and
other objects found in different surroundings.

Resources Text Book

NCERT text book for Science
Reference Book
CBSE Exemplar
Self- Study, Home Independent Practice: Students would do the questions in their H.W notebooks
Work, from NCERT book.
Assignments

Assessments Assessment will be done on the basis of presentation and accuracy of the
characteristics of various living organisms
closure By oral recap with the activity concentric circles
Marks The weightage would be given by CBSE

Unit DAY 2 – Habitat

Class Transaction 35 min
Pre-requisite for This lesson requires the students to know classification of organisms on the basis
the course of their habitat
Assessment of Facilitator asks the students to tell the various habitats and it’s biotic and abiotic
qualifying components.
knowledge
Objective The learners will be able to classify the organisms based on their habitat
Learning KNOWLEDGE- Students will be able to
Outcomes  Know the term habitat,
 its components
SKILLS- Students would be able to
 Critically differentiate the various habitats
 Explain biotic and abiotic components
Transaction Transaction would proceed in the following manner-
Methodology Think pair and Share-After student teacher interaction, students will read the
(The teacher can concept of biotic and non-biotic components from the book and then think for a
use the minute and share it with their partner for better understanding.
mentioned (Critical thinking, Collaboration)
techniques, Guided practice followed by Independent Practice- NCERT questions to be
wherever discussed in the classroom.
applicable, and
can use any other
too.)
Resources Text Book
NCERT text book for Science
Reference Book
CBSE Exemplar
Self Study, Home Independent Practice: Students would do the questions in their H.W notebooks
Work, from NCERT Book.
Assignments
Assessments Assessment will be done on the basis of one minute oral test
closure By oral recap
Marks The weightage would be given by CBSE

Unit DAY 3 – Adaptations in Animals

Class Transaction 35 min
Pre-requisite for This lesson requires the learners to recall various habitats.
the course
Assessment of This will be assessed by the facilitator on the basis of class response
qualifying
knowledge
Objective The learners will know the importance of adaptations in survival of animals
Learning KNOWLEDGE- Students will be able to
Outcomes
 Understand the need of adaptation in animals to survive
SKILLS- Students would be able to
Collaboratively add and reflect on their knowledge
Transaction Transaction would proceed in the following manner-
Methodology
(The teacher can Jig Saw- The class will be divided into various groups and each group comprises
use the of five students. The topic of adaptation in camel, lion, deer, yak, fish will be
mentioned assigned to each student in the group. Give students time to read their topic at
techniques, least twice. Form temporary expert group by having one student from each jig
wherever saw group join other students who have been assigned the same topic. Give
applicable, and
can use any other students in these expert groups time to discuss the main points of their topic and
too.) to rehearse the presentations they will make to their jigsaw group. Bring them
back to their jigsaw groups where each student will again explain their topic and
teacher can intervene if group is not going in right direction (Critical thinking,
communication, collaboration and character)

Guided practice followed by Independent Practice- NCERT questions to be

discussed in the classroom.

Resources Text Book

NCERT text book for Science
Reference Book
CBSE Exemplar
Self Study, Home Independent Practice: Students would do the questions in their H.W notebooks
Work, from NCERT book.
Assignments
Assessments This will be assessed on the basis of group response
Closure Summarization by teacher with the help of students.
Marks The weightage would be given by CBSE

Unit DAY 4 – Adaptations in Plants

Class Transaction 35min
Pre-requisite for This lesson requires the learners to recall various habitats
the course
Assessment of This will be assessed by the facilitator on the basis of class response
qualifying
knowledge
Objective The learners will know the importance of adaptations in survival of plants.
Learning KNOWLEDGE- Students will be able to
Outcomes Understand the adaptation in various plants and its importance.
SKILLS- Students would be able to
Collaboratively add and reflect on their knowledge
Transaction Transaction would proceed in the following manner-
Methodology Jig Saw- The class will be divided into various groups and each group comprises
(The teacher can of five students. The topic of adaptation in plants in deserts, mountain region,
use the grasslands and water will be assigned to each student in the group. Give students
mentioned time to read their topic at least twice. Form temporary expert group by having
techniques, one student from each jig saw group join other students who have been assigned
wherever the same topic. Give students in these expert groups time to discuss the main
applicable, and points of their topic and to rehearse the presentations they will make to their
can use any other jigsaw group. Bring them back to their jigsaw groups where each student will
too.) again explain their topic and teacher can intervene if group is not going in right
direction (Critical thinking, communication, collaboration and character)

Guided practice followed by Independent Practice- NCERT questions to be

discussed in the classroom.
Resources Text Book
NCERT text book for Science
Reference Book
CBSE Exemplar
Self -Study, Home Independent Practice: Students would do the questions in their H.W notebooks
Work, from NCERT book.
Assignments
Assessments This will be assessed on the basis of group response
Closure Summarization by students with the help of jeopardy
Marks The weightage would be given by CBSE

Unit DAY 5 - ADAPTATIONS AND ACCLIMATISATION

Class- 35 min
Transaction
Pre-requisite This lesson requires the learners to know the broad classification of habitats
for the course
Assessment of This will be assessed on the basis of the individual response gathered through one-
qualifying minute quiz
knowledge
Objective The learners will be able to categorize various habitats and learn adaptations in
animals to survive in these habitats
Learning KNOWLEDGE- Students will be able to
Outcomes  Understand the different habitats
 Differentiate between adaptation and acclimatisation
SKILLS- Students would be able to
Critically understand adaptations and acclimatisation
Transaction Transaction would proceed in the following manner-
Methodology
(The teacher The facilitator will explain the concept of adaptations in organisms of different
can use the habitats
mentioned Activity-To gain the clarity of adaptations for survival, learners will conduct an
techniques, activity with a cactus plant and a leafy plant by covering them with polythene bags.
wherever This helps them understand the concept of adaption in desert plants (cactus) which
applicable, and lose very little water through transpiration.
can use any Guided practice followed by Independent Practice- NCERT questions to be
other too.) discussed in the classroom.

Resources Text Book

NCERT text book for Science
Reference Book
CBSE Exemplar
Self- Study, Independent Practice: Students would do the questions in their H.W notebooks
Home Work, from NCERT book.
Assignments
Assessments Assessment will be done the basis of questions asked about the activity.
Closure Summarization by students with the muddiest point by the teacher
Marks The weightage would be given by CBSE

Unit DAY 6– CHARACTERISITCS OF LIVING BEINGS

Class- 35 min
Transaction
Pre-requisite This lesson requires the learners to know the basic difference between Living and
for the course Non-Living
Assessment of This will be assessed on the basis of the individual response gathered through one-
qualifying minute quiz
knowledge
Objective The learners will be able to identify characteristics common to all living beings.
Learning KNOWLEDGE- Students will be able to
Outcomes Understand the common characteristics of living beings
SKILLS- Students would be able to
Critically analyze and identify the common characteristics of living beings
Transaction Transaction would proceed in the following manner-
Methodology Think pair and Share-After student teacher interaction, students will read the
(The teacher concept from the book and then think for a minute and share it with their partner for
can use the better understanding. Students will discuss about the food, growth, respiration,
mentioned respond to stimuli, locomotion etc
techniques, (CRITICAL THINKING, COLLABORATION)
wherever
applicable, and Guided practice followed by Independent Practice- NCERT questions to be
can use any discussed in the classroom.
other too.)
Resources Text Book
NCERT text book for Science
Reference Book
CBSE Exemplar
Self- Study, Independent Practice: Students would do the questions in their H.W notebooks
Home Work, from NCERT book.
Assignments
Assessments Assessment will be done the basis of discussion done.
Closure Summarization by students with the help of web-chart
Marks The weightage would be given by CBSE

Unit DAY 7– REPRODUCTION AND EXCRETION IN LIVING BEINGS

Class- 35 min
Transaction
Pre-requisite This lesson requires the learners to know the common characteristics of living
for the course beings
Assessment of This will be assessed on the basis of the individual response gathered through one-
qualifying minute quiz
knowledge
Objective The learners will be able to identify characteristics common to all living beings.
Learning KNOWLEDGE- Students will be able to
Outcomes Understand the importance of reproduction and excretion in living beings
SKILLS- Students would be able to
Critically analyze the importance of reproduction and excretion in living beings for
the support of human life.
Transaction Transaction would proceed in the following manner-
Methodology Think pair and Share-After student teacher interaction, students will read the
(The teacher concept from the book and then think for a minute and share it with their partner for
can use the better understanding. They will discuss that reproduction is important to support
mentioned life.
techniques, (Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Citizenship)
wherever Guided practice followed by Independent Practice- NCERT questions to be
applicable, and discussed in the classroom.
can use any
other too.)
Resources Text Book
NCERT text book for Science
Reference Book
CBSE Exemplar
Self- Study, Independent Practice: Students would do the questions in their H.W notebooks
Home Work, from NCERT book.
Assignments
Assessments Assessment will be done the on basis of one-minute test.
Closure By conducting the activity Talking circle.
Marks The weightage would be given by CBSE