Tle_Hehd7/8Rp-Oe-F-2 Lesson Plan for 8th Grade Example Students

Topic: Recycled Articles

Objectives & Outcomes

• Identify which materials can be recycled and which cannot
• Understand why some materials are recycled while others are not

Materials

• Various recycled materials such as cardboard boxes, plastic bottles, tin cans, and plastic bags
• A large plastic bin or container for collecting recyclable materials
• A list of materials that can and cannot be recycled
• Labels or tags for labeling recyclable materials
• Scissors or a knife for cutting materials

Warm-up

• Have students draw a picture of a recyclable material on the board. Ask them to explain why they think the material can be recycled.
• Next, have students draw a picture of a non-recyclable material. Ask them to explain why they think the material cannot be recycled.

Direct Instruction

• Show students pictures of different recyclable materials and non-recyclable materials. Ask them to identify which materials can be recycled and which cannot.
• Discuss the reasons why some materials can be recycled and others cannot. Emphasize the importance of recycling to help reduce waste and preserve natural resources.

Guided Practice

• Divide the class into small groups. Give each group a stack of old magazines or newspapers.
• Have the students carefully examine the magazines or newspapers and identify any recyclable materials such as paper, cardboard, and plastic.
• Have the students sort the materials into separate piles based on whether they are recyclable or not.

Independent Practice

• Have the students work individually or in small groups to create a recycled article using at least two types of recyclable materials.
• Encourage the students to be creative and think outside the box when planning their projects.
• Allow the students sufficient time to complete their projects.

Closure

• Have the students present their recycled articles to the class and explain the materials they used and the process they followed to create their projects.
• Encourage the other students to ask questions and provide feedback to their peers.

Assessment

• Observe the students as they work to create their recycled articles and provide feedback on their understanding of the materials they are using and the process they are following.
• Have the students complete a written reflection on their experience creating a recycled article and the challenges they faced.
• Have the students present their recycled articles to the class and solicit feedback from their peers on their understanding of the materials they are using and the process they are following.