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Lesson Idea

Lesson Idea Name: How Do Plants Work?

Grade Level/Content Area: 1st Grade Life Science
Content Standard Addressed: S1L1. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about
the basic needs of plants and animals.
ISTE Technology Standard Addressed: What would you like students to know and
Knowledge Constructor be able to do by the end of this lesson:
1.3.d Explore Real-World Issues: Students build Students will be able to identify what plants
knowledge by actively exploring real-world issues and animals need to survive. Students will be
and problems, developing ideas and theories, and able to draw a picture and label the different
pursuing answers and solutions. parts of a plant. Standard S1L1 states,
Innovative Designer
1.4.a Design Process: Students know and use a a. Develop models to identify the parts
deliberate design process for generating ideas, of a plant -- root, stem, leaf, and
testing theories, creating innovative artifacts, or flower.
solving authentic problems. b. Students will be able to come up with
1.4.b Design Constraints: Students select and use a solution to ensure that a plant or
digital tools to plan and manage a design
animal has all its needs met.
process that considers design
constraints and calculated risks.
Creative Communicator By the end of this lesson students will
1.6.a Choose Platforms or Tools: Students choose
understand photosynthesis and impacts the
the appropriate platforms and tools for meeting environment plays in the survival of plants.
the desired objectives of their creation or Students will be able to describe the role
communication. plants and animals have in human survival.
1.6.b Original and Remixed Works: Students
create original works or responsibly repurpose or
remix digital resources into new creations.
1.6.c Models and Visualizations:
Students communicate complex ideas clearly and
effectively by creating or using a variety of digital
objects such
as visualizations, models, or simulations.
1.6.d Customize the Message: Students publish or
present content that customizes the message and
medium for their intended audiences.

What is the student learning goal for this lesson idea?

Plants and animals are essential to our survival; therefore, it is important to know the parts of
plants and their functions and the basic needs of life for animals.
Selected Basic Productivity Tool: Microsoft 360 PowerPoint (O365)
URL(s) to support the lesson (if applicable): Kevin Stratvert, Megan Grady,
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https://youtu.be/uNWirXDfIHU?si=NWvrNZl0Kgg1hA5g
Bloom’s Digital Taxonomy Level(s):

x
☐ Remembering x☐ Understanding x☐ Applying x☐ Analyzing x ☐ Evaluating x☐ Creating

How will this lesson be implemented? Check all that apply.

x
☐ Teacher-directed: There is no student voice and choice in the activities. Students are guided by the
teacher's direction and expectations.

☐ Student-Led: Students are given voice and choice in the activities. They may select the topic for
presentation and/or determine the tool they will use to meet the learning goal. Products of
learning will be uniquely designed. Teacher simply facilitates the learning in a lesson like this.

x
☐ Project-based and/or Publishable: Students are completing projects to demonstrate their learning
and the projects can be shared outside of the classroom. This objective could be reached by
displaying the project on the school’s morning newscast, posting the project to the classroom
blog, presenting it to another class, or publishing it via an outside source.

Lesson idea implementation:

To introduce this lesson, I will share my created PPT to introduce our topic. This is also
an example of what the students will be creating. This lesson plan will unfold over the
course of a week so students are able to learn, comprehend, and create. Day one will
consist of sharing my created PPT and the Teacher-led conversation: Explain to
students that they will be learning about parts of living things that help that thing
survive. Day two I will introduce the topic again and call a student up to the front of
the class, point to their head and ask why it is important, continue doing the same for
different body parts. Display a variety of pictures on the board (living, non-living) and
ask student to volunteer to circle the living items in the images. Proceed to have
students draw a picture of a plant of their choice- put to the side. On day three, follow
up the drawings with a short YouTube Kids video that explains the different parts of a
plant-Vocabulary: plant, roots, stem, leaves, flower, photosynthesis, nutrient, water,
sunlight. A class discussion occurs where students name the parts of the plant that
they saw on the video. The teacher will model a plant drawing herself and have the
students help as she points to various parts labeling each part together (students will
label their own drawings so they have a guide). To engage students in the material,
day four the class will go for a nature walk where students can observe various plants
in their different environments. Including but not limited to: in the sunlight and in the
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shade, root length and direction of growth, surroundings and access to water.
Students will be responsible for collecting data such as soil content, location, and
sunlight availability. On day 5, the activity planned for students to begin using the
basic productivity tool O365 is another guided video linked in the URL section labeled,
Megan Grady. Students will utilize this tool to create and model different parts of a
plant and what role plants play in animal survival. The teacher will give the students a
prompt for the lesson, “How do plants work?” Instruct the students that they are now
botanists’ that have encountered an endangered plant found here in Georgia, Smooth
Coneflower, living in conditions that it might not survive in. The students’ goal is to
create an O365 PowerPoint to describe, research, and model an environment to
ensure that the Smooth Coneflower survives. Before students begin on their O365 PP,
have students create a storyboard and a written plan, this part can be in collaboration
with others, textbooks, videos, and other materials provided for the topic. Students
can work individually or in a group up to 4 members. Students will have access to a
completed teacher example for guidance as well. Because this is a student-led lesson
students will turn in their completed draft (written plans/storyboard) to have the
teacher suggest revisions and provide feedback The group or individual will work
together to complete revisions before creating and uploading a final draft to O365 PP.
To conclude the lesson, students will present their findings to the class. After
presentations are completed, a class discussion will wrap up the lesson as students
collaborate and explain their struggles and successes with their plant’s survival.

Managing the technology/engagement: Describe a way to use this technology in a way that
gets students actively involved in authentic tasks and contexts? How will you manage the
classroom behaviors on the technology:
 Collaboration: Separating research between group members to collect data and
evidence to allow for time-management and completion in good time.
 Co-use/Co-engagement: Multiple students can share access and work together to
complete the final O365 PP draft.
 Written Plan: Original pictures of plants created with labels (Teacher-led introduction)
 Storyboard revisions: Teacher edits and feedback on student work to make sure
students are on the right path and understanding the material.
 Tech Experts/Leaders: Having tech savvy students and the instructor offer help with
O365 and offer tips on how to navigate the tool for a better experience.

Universal Design for Learning (UDL):

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Office 365 PowerPoint is a powerful tool that offers multiple means of engagement,
representation, action, and expression components in the universal learning design. These
components ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities, can use the tool effectively.
For instance, when it comes to engagement, Office 365 PowerPoint offers a range of features
that help students stay engaged and focused. These features include animations, transitions,
and multimedia elements such as audio and video.
Representation is another important aspect of the universal learning design, and Office 365
PowerPoint supports it in many ways. For example, the tool enables students to represent
their ideas and thoughts through various visual aids such as images, charts, and graphs.
Action and expression are also critical components of the universal learning design, and
Office 365 PowerPoint makes it easy for students to act and express themselves. For instance,
students can use the tool to create interactive quizzes, surveys, and assessments.
Additionally, they can use the built-in tools to annotate, highlight, and draw on their
presentations. Furthermore, Office 365 PowerPoint is highly accessible and accommodates
the needs of all students, including those with disabilities. For example, students with visual
impairments can use screen readers that are built into the tool to access the content.
Similarly, students with hearing impairments can use captions and transcripts to follow along
with the audio. Office 365 PowerPoin is a valuable tool that enhances the learning experience
for all students.

Reflecting on enhanced learning:

I have developed a series of engaging learning activities for this lesson that are sure to
enhance student understanding. The lesson plan will unfold and build on each previous
lesson after five days. With Office 365 PowerPoint at their disposal, students can work
collaboratively or independently to create visually compelling graphics, models, drawings,
and diagrams. They even have the option to incorporate voiceover or video presentations.
The objective is for students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the vital role that all
living things play in the survival of our planet. I am eager to witness the students' mastery of
plant anatomy and their enthusiasm for this important topic.