Begin the lesson by exploring the diversity of plants. Discuss how scientists classify plants into non-flowering and flowering categories to better understand their characteristics and ecological roles.

Engage students with a question: 'What types of plants can you find around your school or home?' This will spark curiosity and set the stage for learning about plant classification.

Introduce the main characteristics of non-flowering plants using examples like mosses, ferns, and pine trees. Explain how they reproduce using spores or seeds not enclosed in fruit.

Discuss flowering plants, or angiosperms, highlighting their ability to produce flowers that develop into fruits containing seeds. Use examples such as sunflowers, roses, and oak trees.

Watch the video 'Gymnosperms' to explore ancient non-flowering plants like pine and spruce. This video provides demonstrations and activities to illustrate their ecological roles.

Watch 'All About Plants' to understand plant diversity, anatomy, and essential functions like photosynthesis. This video supports comprehension through engaging explanations.

Classify plants found around the school or home into flowering and non-flowering categories. Encourage students to observe and record their findings.

Use the 'Comparing the Characteristics of Plants' assessment to compare roots, stems, and leaves of different plants. This hands-on activity enhances understanding of plant structures.

Assign the 'Observing Leaf Diversity at School' assessment, where students collect and analyze different leaves. This task encourages independent observation and analysis of plant diversity.

Conduct a class discussion to review the differences between flowering and non-flowering plants. Ask students to provide examples and explain their reproductive methods.

Use the 'Review – All About Plants' assessment to reinforce key concepts learned in the lesson. This activity covers plant needs, structures, and life cycles.

Test comprehension with the unit quiz at the end of the 'All About Plants' unit.

For further exploration, assign the 'Classifying Plants' assessment, where students classify plants into flowering and non-flowering categories. This reinforces their understanding of plant classification.