Subject: Science
Grade Level: Grade 6
Objective:
1. Identify the motion of Earth.
2. Demonstrate the rotation and revolution of the Earth using a globe to explain day
and night.
Learning within the curriculum:
1. The topic of "Phases of the Moon" connects to the current lesson as it explores
another aspect of celestial motion and how it affects our perception of night and day.
Understanding Earth's rotation and revolution helps students grasp why the Moon
appears differently at various times.
2. The concept of "Seasons" relates to Earth's revolution around the Sun and how
this motion influences climate and daylight duration throughout the year. This links
directly to the students' understanding of Earth's movements and their practical
implications.
Learning across the curriculum:
1. In Mathematics, students can explore concepts of time and angles related to
Earth's rotation, such as calculating time zones and understanding how daylight
hours change with seasons.
2. In Geography, students can study how different locations experience day and
night, and how Earth's tilt and movement affect geographical phenomena.
Review Motivation:
Teaching Strategy: Interactive/Integrated Learning
Instructional Materials: Globe, flashlight
Energizer 1: "Day and Night Simulation" - Students will use a globe and a flashlight
to simulate the Sun's light on the Earth. One student will hold the globe while another
shines the flashlight on it, demonstrating how different parts of Earth experience day
and night.
Energizer 2: "Earth's Dance" - Students will form pairs and mimic the motion of
Earth by rotating around each other to represent rotation and walking in a circular
path to represent revolution. This requires no materials and encourages kinesthetic
learning.
Activities
Activity 1: "Modeling Earth's Motion"
Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning
Materials: Globe, markers, chart paper
Significance: This activity allows students to create a visual representation of
Earth's motion, enhancing their understanding of rotation and revolution.
Instructions:
1. In groups, use the globe to mark the positions of the Earth at different times of the
day (morning, noon, evening, night).
2. Create a chart that illustrates the rotation of the Earth and its effects on day and
night.
3. Present your chart to the class, explaining the significance of each position
marked.
Rubrics:
- Clarity of presentation: 5 pts.
- Accuracy of information: 5 pts.
- Creativity of chart: 5 pts.
Assessment Questions:
1. What is the significance of Earth's rotation?
2. How does Earth's revolution affect the seasons?
3. Why do we experience day and night?
Activity 2: "Earth's Motion Role-Play"
Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing
Materials: none
Significance: This activity engages students in understanding Earth's motions
through dramatization, making the learning experience memorable and interactive.
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into groups, assigning roles such as Earth, Sun, and Moon.
2. Have each group act out Earth's rotation and revolution while explaining what is
happening during the motions.
3. Rotate roles among groups to ensure all students participate.
Rubrics:
- Participation and engagement: 5 pts.
- Understanding of concepts: 5 pts.
- Creativity in role-play: 5 pts.
Assessment Questions:
1. How does the Earth's rotation affect our daily lives?
2. What role does the Sun play in the Earth's revolution?
3. How do the Earth and Moon interact during their motions?
Analysis:
Activity 1 - This activity successfully enables students to visualize Earth's motion,
leading to a better understanding of how rotation causes day and night. The
presentation aspect reinforces their ability to communicate scientific concepts
clearly.
Activity 2 - The role-play activity fosters collaboration and helps students internalize
the concepts of rotation and revolution through physical movement, deepening their
understanding of celestial mechanics.
Abstraction:
The objective of identifying Earth’s motion through rotation and revolution provides
foundational knowledge necessary for understanding various astronomical
phenomena. Recognizing these motions allows students to grasp the cyclical nature
of day, night, and seasons. Understanding these concepts helps students connect
their learned knowledge to real-world applications, such as timekeeping and
seasonal changes.
Application:
Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning
1. Task: Research and present how different cultures around the world explain the
phenomenon of day and night.
2. Task: Create a simple sundial to demonstrate the concept of Earth's rotation and
how it relates to time.
Discussion: After completing the tasks, students will discuss the cultural
significance of day and night and the importance of understanding Earth's motion in
various societies.
Assessment:
Teaching Strategy: Discussion and Reflection
Questions:
1. Explain why we have different time zones around the world.
2. How does the tilt of the Earth affect the length of day and night?
3. Describe how the rotation of the Earth influences weather patterns.
For Higher Order Thinking Skills:
Questions:
1. Why do you think different cultures have unique myths about the Sun and Moon?
2. How would life be different on Earth if it did not rotate?
3. What would happen to the climate if Earth’s revolution around the Sun changed?
Answers:
1. Different cultures create myths to explain natural phenomena, reflecting their
values and beliefs.
2. If Earth did not rotate, one side would be perpetually day, and the other, night,
leading to extreme temperature differences.
3. Changes in Earth's revolution would disrupt seasonal patterns, affecting
agriculture and ecosystems.
Assignment:
1. Write a short essay about how understanding Earth's motion can help us predict
weather patterns and natural events. Use inquiry-based learning to gather
information from various sources.
