PRIMARY 2: BASIC SCIENCE – SECOND TERM | WEEK 3

TOPIC: MAKING THINGS THAT FLOAT IN THE AIR

A: TEACHING AND LEARNING
MATERIALS

1. Sheets of paper.
2. Thread.
3. Light sticks.
4. Nylon.
5. Scissors.
6. Glue.
7. Crayons.
8. Sample paper aeroplane.
9. Sample paper kite.

B: REFERENCE MATERIALS

1. Scheme of work.
2. Recommended Basic Science textbook for Primary 2.
3. Online educational resources.

C: PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE

The pupils have learnt that some light objects such as feathers,
balloons, paper and kites can float or move in the air.

D: PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Mention materials used for making simple floating objects.
2. Make a simple paper aeroplane.
3. Make a simple paper fan.
4. Describe how air moves the objects.
5. State simple safety rules during practical activities.

E: CONTENT

Things We Can Make to Move in
Air

We can make simple objects that move or float in air. Examples
include:

1. Paper aeroplane. ✈️
2. Paper fan.
3. Simple kite. 🪁
4. Paper spinner.

Making a Paper Aeroplane

Materials needed:

• Sheet of paper.

Simple steps:

1. Fold the paper into two.
2. Open it again.
3. Fold the upper corners inward.
4. Fold both sides to form wings.
5. Throw the paper aeroplane gently.

Moving air helps it travel through the air.

Making a Paper Fan

Materials needed:

• Paper.
• Crayon.

Steps:

1. Fold the paper forward and backward.
2. Hold one end.
3. Move the fan from side to side.

The moving fan pushes air towards us.

Making a Simple Kite

A simple kite can be made with:

• Light paper or nylon.
• Small sticks.
• Thread.
• Glue.

🪁 Wind helps the kite rise and move in the air.

Safety Rules

1. Use scissors only with supervision.
2. Do not run into the road while flying a kite.
3. Do not fly kites near electric wires.
4. Do not throw paper aeroplanes at people’s faces.
5. Keep the classroom tidy after the activity.

F: LESSON PRESENTATION

F1: Teachers’ Activities

1. Revises objects that float in air.
2. Displays a paper aeroplane, fan and kite.
3. Demonstrates how to fold a paper aeroplane.
4. Guides pupils in making a paper fan.
5. Explains how wind helps objects to move.
6. Discusses safety rules.

F2: Pupils’ Activities

1. Identify materials used.
2. Fold simple paper aeroplanes.
3. Make paper fans.
4. Observe the movement of the objects.
5. Explain that moving air helps the objects move.
6. Follow safety instructions.

G: CONCLUSION

The teacher reminds pupils that moving air can make light objects
such as paper aeroplanes and kites move. Pupils are encouraged to handle
materials carefully during practical activities.

H: EVALUATION GUIDE

Pupils should be able to answer the following questions:

1. Mention two things we can make that move in air.
2. What material can be used to make a paper aeroplane?
3. What helps a kite to fly?
4. What does a paper fan produce when we move it?
5. Mention two safety rules when flying a kite.
6. Make a simple paper aeroplane.