Here's a sample lesson plan for an elementary science class on the topic of plant life cycles, integrating

the 5E model and various teaching strategies:

Grade Level: 3rd Grade
Topic: Plant Life Cycles
Objective: Students will be able to identify and describe the stages of a plant's life cycle, understand the
role of pollination, and recognize the importance of plants in the environment.
Engage (10 minutes):
Activity: "Mystery Seeds"
1. Show students a collection of different seeds without revealing the plant they come from.
2. Ask students to make predictions about the types of plants these seeds might produce.
Encourage them to use descriptive words and observations.
3. Engage students in a class discussion about the importance of plants. Use probing questions like,
"Why do we need plants? What do they provide for us?"
Explore (20 minutes):
Activity: "Plant Life Cycle Stations"
1. Set up different stations around the classroom, each representing a stage in the plant life cycle
(seed, germination, growth, pollination, and reproduction).
2. Divide students into small groups and have them rotate through each station, engaging in
hands-on activities and observations related to each stage.
3. Incorporate different teaching strategies at each station, such as:
 Visual Aids: Use diagrams and charts to illustrate each stage.
 Hands-on Exploration: Allow students to touch and examine real plant parts.
 Group Discussions: Encourage students to discuss their findings and observations.
Explain (15 minutes):
Activity: "Life Cycle Diagram"
1. Provide each student with a blank plant life cycle diagram.
2. Guide students through the process of filling in the diagram using the information gathered
from the exploration stations.
3. Facilitate a class discussion to reinforce key concepts and clarify any misconceptions.
Elaborate (20 minutes):
Activity: "Create Your Own Plant"
1. In small groups, have students create a model or drawing representing a fictional plant with
unique characteristics.
2. Ask each group to explain their plant's life cycle, emphasizing the different stages and
adaptations.
3. Encourage creativity and critical thinking by incorporating aspects of the environment, climate,
and human interactions into their plant designs.
Evaluate (15 minutes):
Activity: "Life Cycle Quiz and Reflection"
1. Distribute a short quiz to assess students' understanding of the plant life cycle.
2. After the quiz, facilitate a class reflection session. Ask students to share one thing they learned
and one question they still have about plant life cycles.
3. Assign a follow-up project or journal activity where students document the growth of a plant at
home or in the classroom, connecting their observations to the life cycle stages.
This lesson plan integrates the 5E model while incorporating various teaching strategies such as hands-
on exploration, visual aids, group discussions, and creative activities to cater to different learning styles
and engage students in the learning process.
 Grade Level: 4th Grade

Topic: States of Matter

Objective: Students will be able to identify and describe the three states of matter
(solid, liquid, gas) and understand how they can change from one state to another.

Engage (10 minutes):

Activity: "Matter in a Bag"

1. Begin the lesson by bringing in a bag with a variety of objects inside (e.g., ice cube,
water bottle, balloon, pencil, etc.).
2. Ask students to make predictions about the objects in the bag. Are they all the same?
How are they different?
3. Take out each object and discuss its state of matter. Emphasize terms like solid, liquid,
and gas. Encourage students to share their observations.

Explore (20 minutes):

Activity: "States of Matter Stations"

1. Set up different stations around the classroom, each representing a state of matter. For
example:
 Solid Station: Playdough modeling
 Liquid Station: Water pouring and measuring
 Gas Station: Inflating balloons
2. Divide students into small groups and have them rotate through each station, engaging
in hands-on activities at each one.
3. Encourage students to describe the properties of each state of matter and discuss any
changes they observe during the activities.

Explain (15 minutes):

Activity: "Classroom Discussion and Concept Mapping"

1. Bring the class together for a discussion. Ask students to share their observations and
experiences at each station.
2. Introduce key concepts such as molecules, arrangement of particles, and energy
changes during state transitions.
3. Create a concept map on the board collaboratively, connecting terms like solid, liquid,
and gas with their properties and examples.

Elaborate (20 minutes):

Activity: "Change of State Experiment"

1. Conduct a simple experiment to demonstrate the change of states. For example, place
an ice cube in a cup and observe as it melts into water. Discuss the changes in
temperature and state.
2. Provide materials for students to conduct their own small group experiments, exploring
changes of state under different conditions (e.g., heating or cooling).

Evaluate (15 minutes):

Activity: "States of Matter Quiz"

1. Distribute a short quiz or worksheet to assess students' understanding of the states of

matter, their properties, and changes between them.
2. Review the quiz together as a class, addressing any misconceptions.
3. Assign a short homework assignment or project for students to demonstrate their
understanding of states of matter in everyday life.

This lesson plan follows the 5E model, providing a structured and engaging approach to
teaching the concept of states of matter to elementary students.
EXPERIMENTATION
 Cooperative learning

Certainly! Here's a sample lesson plan for an elementary science class that
utilizes the 5E model and incorporates cooperative learning strategies:

Grade Level: 4th Grade

Topic: Earth's Water Cycle

Objective: Students will understand the stages of the water cycle, identify key
processes, and explain how water moves through the environment.

Engage (10 minutes):

Activity: "Water Cycle Brainstorm"

1. Begin the lesson by asking students what they already know about the water
cycle. Record their responses on a whiteboard or flip chart.
2. Encourage students to share their personal experiences or observations
related to water, rainfall, and weather patterns.
3. Facilitate a class discussion, highlighting key terms and concepts related to the
water cycle.

Explore (20 minutes):

Activity: "Water Cycle Relay"

1. Divide the class into small groups and assign each group a specific stage of
the water cycle (e.g., evaporation, condensation, precipitation).
2. Provide materials such as markers, large paper, and craft supplies.
3. In a relay-style activity, have each group create a visual representation of their
assigned stage. The groups must work together to accurately depict the
processes involved.
4. Each group then presents their visual to the class, explaining the stage they
focused on.
 Explain (15 minutes):
Activity: "Water Cycle Concept Map"

1. Introduce the concept of a concept map and its use in organizing information.
2. Provide students with a template or guide for creating their own water cycle
concept maps.
3. In small groups, students collaborate to construct their concept maps,
connecting the different stages of the water cycle and the processes involved.
4. Circulate around the classroom to provide guidance and support as needed.

Elaborate (20 minutes):

Activity: "Water Cycle in a Bag"

1. Distribute ziplock bags, markers, and watercolor paper to each group.

2. Instruct students to draw and color scenes representing different stages of the
water cycle on the watercolor paper.
3. Using the concept of evaporation, have students wet a small section of their
paper and seal the bag.
4. Hang the bags in a designated area to simulate the water cycle process.
Observe and discuss the changes over time.

Evaluate (15 minutes):

Activity: "Water Cycle Quiz Show"

1. Form small groups and organize a quiz show-style review activity.

2. Create a set of questions related to the water cycle, using the material covered
during the lesson.
3. Each group takes turns answering questions and earns points for correct
answers.
4. Conclude the activity with a brief discussion to reinforce key concepts.

Extension (10 minutes):

 Activity: "Water Cycle Song"

1. Challenge students to create a catchy song or jingle about the water cycle.
2. Allow each group to perform their song for the class.
3. Discuss how music and creative expression can be effective tools for learning
and remembering scientific concepts.

This lesson plan integrates the 5E model and incorporates cooperative

learning strategies through group activities, discussions, and collaborative
projects. It encourages active engagement, peer teaching, and the
development of both scientific and teamwork skills.
 Grade Level: 5th Grade

Topic: Scientific Method and Experimental Design

Objective: Students will understand the steps of the scientific method, design and
conduct a simple experiment, and analyze and communicate their findings.

Engage (10 minutes):

Activity: "Mystery Box Challenge"

1. Introduce the lesson by presenting a mystery box to the class. Tell students that there's
an object inside, and their task is to figure out what it is without opening the box.
2. Encourage students to generate questions about the contents of the box and discuss
potential ways to answer those questions.
3. Facilitate a class discussion about the importance of asking questions and using a
systematic approach to answer them.

Explore (20 minutes):

Activity: "Paper Airplane Experiment"

1. Divide students into small groups and provide each group with materials to make paper
airplanes (e.g., different types of paper, scissors, tape).
2. Challenge each group to come up with a question related to paper airplane flight (e.g.,
"How does the type of paper affect the distance a paper airplane can travel?") and
design an experiment to answer that question.
3. Circulate around the room to support and guide groups as they plan their experiments.

Explain (15 minutes):

Activity: "Scientific Method Lecture and Graphic Organizer"

1. Present a brief lecture on the scientific method, emphasizing its steps: Ask a Question,
Do Background Research, Construct a Hypothesis, Test Your Hypothesis by Doing an
Experiment, Analyze Your Data, and Draw a Conclusion.
2. Distribute a graphic organizer to each student, and as a class, fill in the organizer with
information about each step using the paper airplane experiment as an example.
 Elaborate (20 minutes):

Activity: "Peer Review and Experimentation"

1. Have each group carry out their paper airplane experiment, collecting data and
recording their observations.
2. After the experiments, facilitate a peer-review session where groups share their findings
with another group. Encourage questions and discussions.
3. Ask students to reflect on their own experiments and those of their peers. Discuss any
unexpected results and the importance of troubleshooting in scientific experiments.

Evaluate (15 minutes):

Activity: "Experiment Reflection and Presentation"

1. Ask each group to create a short presentation summarizing their experiment, including
the question, hypothesis, materials used, procedure, and results.
2. Each group presents their findings to the class, emphasizing the scientific method steps
they followed.
3. Assess students based on their presentations, understanding of the scientific method,
and their ability to communicate their experimental process and results.

This lesson plan incorporates the 5E model with a focus on experimentation, allowing
students to actively engage in the scientific process. The use of hands-on activities,
group work, peer review, and presentations caters to various learning styles and
encourages critical thinking.
 Observation

Grade Level: 2nd Grade

Topic: Animal Adaptations

Objective: Students will observe and describe different animal adaptations,

understand how these adaptations help animals survive, and apply their
observational skills to identify adaptations in a variety of animals.

Engage (10 minutes):

Activity: "Animal Mystery Box"

1. Start the lesson by introducing a mystery box containing pictures or small

models of animals with unique adaptations.
2. Allow students to make observations about the contents of the box without
touching or opening it.
3. Facilitate a class discussion about what they noticed and encourage them to
generate questions about why animals might have these features.

Explore (20 minutes):

Activity: "Animal Adaptation Stations"

1. Set up different stations around the classroom, each featuring a different

animal or group of animals with specific adaptations (e.g., a station for animals
with camouflage, a station for animals with long beaks, etc.).
2. Divide students into small groups and have them rotate through each station,
making detailed observations of the animals' physical features.
3. Provide magnifying glasses or other observation tools to enhance students'
ability to notice specific details.

Explain (15 minutes):

Activity: "Classroom Discussion and Concept Mapping"
1. Bring the class together for a discussion about their observations at each
station.
2. Introduce the concept of animal adaptations and explain how certain features
help animals survive in their environments.
3. Collaboratively create a concept map on the board, connecting different
animal adaptations and their functions.

Elaborate (20 minutes):

Activity: "Create Your Own Adaptation"

1. Have students work in pairs or small groups to invent their own imaginary
animals with unique adaptations.
2. Ask each group to draw and describe their animal, including details about its
habitat and how its adaptations help it survive.
3. Encourage creativity and critical thinking, and provide an opportunity for
groups to share their creations with the class.

Evaluate (15 minutes):

Activity: "Adaptation Scavenger Hunt"

1. Distribute a worksheet with a list of different animals and their habitats.

2. Ask students to identify and record the adaptations they observe in each
animal during a classroom or outdoor scavenger hunt.
3. Review the completed worksheets as a class and discuss the variety of
adaptations students were able to identify.

This lesson plan integrates the 5E model, with a specific focus on observation
as a key strategy for exploring the concept of animal adaptations. The use of
hands-on activities, small group work, and creative tasks engages students
and encourages them to develop their observational skills in the context of
real-world science concepts.