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Physical Science Show

Review: Physical Science

Day 135of 180
Week 27of 36
25Minutes
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Learning Objectives

1

Demonstrate understanding of sound and light concepts

2

Explain how different materials interact with sound and light

3

Share scientific learning with peers

Psalm 104:24

Yahweh, how many are your works! In wisdom have you made them all. The earth is full of your riches.

Psalm 104:24 (WEB)

God created the world with amazing scientific principles we can explore and understand

📦 Materials Needed

  • Cardboard tubes
  • Flashlights
  • Various objects (blocks, bells, paper)
  • Poster board
  • Markers
  • Simple musical instruments

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Gather students in a circle and explain today is their 'Science Discovery Showcase' where they'll share what they've learned about sound and light

💭 Review Question: What interesting things did you learn about sound and light this week?
2Teaching (7 min)

Remind students about key physical science concepts they've explored this week: how sound travels, how light moves, and how different materials react

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Sound comes from vibrations
  • Light can be blocked or reflected
  • Materials have different properties
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • Can you make a sound without moving something?
  • How can we change the sound of an instrument?
  • What happens when light hits different objects?
3Activity: Physical Science Mini-Expo (10 min)
presentation

Students create a simple display or perform a short demonstration showing a scientific concept they learned

📝 Instructions:
  1. Choose a sound or light concept
  2. Prepare a brief 2-minute presentation
  3. Use props or demonstrations
  4. Practice explaining your concept clearly
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Work with a partner to demonstrate a concept

Challenge: Create a poster explaining the scientific concept

4Closing (3 min)

Celebrate everyone's scientific discoveries and learning

📝 Review Questions:
  • What was your favorite thing you learned about science this week?
  • How does understanding God's world help us appreciate His creation?
🙏 Prayer:

Dear God, thank You for making such a wonderful world full of amazing things to discover. Help us always be curious and eager to learn about Your creation.

Coming up: Next week, we'll explore more about how things move and change

Proverbs 2:6

For Yahweh gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 2:6 (WEB)

🎯 Activity: Wisdom Detective Game: Find ways God helps us learn about His world

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Students have been learning about physical science concepts like sound, light, and material properties

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Encourage curiosity about scientific observations
  • Help children practice explaining their discoveries
  • Celebrate their scientific thinking
🤔 Common Struggles:

Some children might feel shy about presenting

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Ability to demonstrate basic scientific understanding and communicate observations

Extension Activities

  • Create a family science exploration time
  • Visit a local science museum
  • Conduct simple home experiments together

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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