7th Grade Photosythesis Lesson Plan Example (Science)

Topic: Photosynthesis

Objectives & Aims:

• Understand the process of photosynthesis and relate it to the process of respiration.
• Explain how plants use sunlight to produce energy through photosynthesis.
• Analyse and evaluate the role of carbon dioxide, water and light in photosynthesis.

Materials

• Diagrams and images of plants and their environments
• Lab materials including beakers, clean water, sodium bicarbonate, light-sensitive paper, petri dishes
• Calculator
• Handouts with instructions and questions

Warm-up

• Begin by asking students what they already know about photosynthesis. Write their responses on the board.
• Next, show a video or slideshow of plants and their environments to help students visualize the topic.

Direct Instruction

• Introduce the concept of photosynthesis and explain that it is the process by which plants use sunlight to make energy and nutrients for growth.
• Show the students the diagram of the process of photosynthesis, and go over each step, explaining what is happening at each stage.
• Use the AIs to help guide the discussion and make sure that students understand the concepts being presented.
• Ask questions to check for understanding and make sure that students understand the concepts being presented.

Guided Practice:

• Divide the students into small groups and give each group some plants to study.
• Have the students use the AIs to help them identify the parts of the plants and explain their function.
• Have the students use the AIs to help them create a chart of what is being produced during the different stages of photosynthesis.
• Have the students present their findings to the class and go over any questions or confusion.

Independent Practice:

• Have the students create a project that demonstrates the process of photosynthesis. This could be a poster, a video, a drawing, or any other creative method the students come up with.
• Have the students use the AIs to help them with their project and ensure they are using accurate scientific terminology.
• Have the students present their projects to the class and go over any questions or confusion.

Closure:

• Review the main points of the lesson and have the students summarize what they learned about photosynthesis.
• Remind the students of the importance of photosynthesis in our everyday lives and how it affects the environment.
• Encourage the students to continue to think about and discuss photosynthesis outside of the classroom.

Assessment:

• Observation of the students as they conduct their experiments and participation in the guided and independent practice activities.
• Evaluation of the students' understanding of the concepts through a quiz or written assessment.