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Artifact #5: Science Lesson Plan - Water Cycle. INTASC Standard
Artifact #5: Science Lesson Plan - Water Cycle. INTASC Standard
INTASC Standard
The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the
discipline(s) he or she teaches and creates learning experiences that make these aspects of the
discipline accessible and meaningful for learners to assure mastery of the content.
The teacher plans instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning
goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and
Principle #2: Educators create, support and maintain challenging learning environments
for all
Educators apply their professional knowledge to promote student learning. They know
the curriculum and utilize a range of strategies and assessments to address differences. Educators
develop and implement programs based upon a strong understanding of human development and
learning theory. They support a challenging learning environment. They advocate for necessary
resources to teach to higher levels of learning. They establish and maintain clear standards of
behavior and civility. Educators are role models, displaying the habits of mind and work
necessary to develop and apply knowledge while simultaneously displaying a curiosity and
enthusiasm for learning. They invite students to become active, inquisitive, and discerning
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area(s)
The provider ensures that candidates develop a deep understanding of the critical
concepts and principles of their discipline and, by completion, are able to use discipline-specific
practices flexibly to advance the learning of all students toward attainment of college- and
career-readiness standards.
meet the needs of all learners and to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based literacy
CEC Standards
to develop the highest possible learning outcomes and quality of life potential in ways that
2.1 - follow established safety procedures during science and technology investigations
2.6 - use appropriate science and technology vocabulary, including solid, liquid, vapour,
The ethical standard of Care includes compassion, acceptance, interest and insight for
developing students' potential. Members express their commitment to students' well-being and
Lesson Plan
Where is the school where you are teaching located? City: _______ Suburb: _______ Town:_______ Rural: X
Based on standards in previous grades, the students learned living things need water as a basic necessity (grade one Ontario, Kindergarten New York
State), the seasons and weather changes that come with the season change, and how the sun affects water.
Based on the area which we live and work the students have seen and/or felt rain before in their lifetime. They have an awareness that rain is water
that falls from the clouds in the sky.
How will you use this knowledge to inform your instruction? (edTPA Handbook, Task 1, Prompt 3a)
Based on this information we will use the student’ knowledge of water to further develop their understanding of the water cycle.
How will you use this knowledge to inform your instruction? (edTPA Handbook, Task 1, Prompt 3a)
The lesson topic will inform the students about the water cycle. This will expand their knowledge of water and where water comes from.
Curriculum Standards
Ontario; Grade 2; Understanding Earth and Space Systems; Developing Investigation and Communication Skills
2.1 - follow established safety procedures during science and technology investigations
2.6 - use appropriate science and technology vocabulary, including solid, liquid, vapour, evaporation, condensation, and precipitation in
oral and written communication
The teacher will lead a short discussion to determine what the students
already know.
“This is called a water cycle. And this week we are going to answer all of
these questions and more!”
Instructional Procedures
1. remind students of safety rules; have students think-pair-share vocabulary to be given to reading teacher for the
two safety rules in our classroom struggling readers and ESL students prior to lesson being
2. Put up water cycle anchor chart, Vocabulary anchor chart presented
(Appendix A) point to vocabulary as explaining them
a. pass out materials (Appendix B) assist with writing where necessary
3. while handing out materials ask students to share the safety check for understanding
rules they came up with with their partners point to part of water cycle as explaining it
. prompt for others if they miss any check for understanding
4. Fill out vocabulary anchor chart together assist with labelling where necessary
. tell students they will use these words later when we draw and ensure video sound is amplified enough for hard of
label our own water cycle hearing student
a. have students fill in vocabulary graphic organizer with the check for understanding
teacher (Appendix B) give signs to reading teacher prior to lesson to go over
5. go over water cycle anchor chart with IEP and struggling reading students
. ask eight students to volunteer for a water cycle demonstration summarize what students say to ensure all students
6. water cycle demonstration understand/can hear
. give each student a sign with pictures on them (Appendix E) after asking questions allow students time to think before
a. explain how the water cycle works as students move at the calling on a student to anwer
front of the classroom check for understanding
assist with labeling where necessary
7. have the students fill out the water cycle worksheet (Appendix
B)
. circulate while the students are doing this to check in on their
progress
a. remind students to use the anchor chart on the wall or their
personal science booklet to help with spelling
8. ask students to share their water cycle drawing
Closure
check for understanding
Today we talked about the water cycle, we talked about evaporation, walk around while sharing between groups
condensation, collection and precipitation, we watched a video about
the water cycle too! Tomorrow we are going to do an experiment that
will show the water cycle so I want you to continue thinking about the
water cycle and we will revisit it tomorrow!
“Before you leave please turn to a partner and tell the partner two parts
of the water cycle and what they mean. Once you do that you may go!”
List all materials and/or technology tools required for the lesson.
Sun
Mountain
River
PRECI PI TATI ON
Thi s i s w hen w at er comes dow n
f r om t he cl ouds i n t he f or m of
r ai n, snow , sl eet , or hai l .
EVAPORATI ON
Thi s i s w hen t he sun soaks up
w at er f r om r i ver s, l akes, oceans,
and t he gr oun d and t ur ns i t i nt o
a gas.
CONDENSATI ON
Thi s i s w hen t he w at er vapor
col l ect s and f or ms a cl oud.
COLLECTI ON
Thi s i s w her e t he w at er goes
af t er i s pr eci pi t at es. Thi s coul d
be i n ocean s, r i ver s, l akes, or
under gr ound.