K-6 Science for the Next Generation

Lesson Plans
Position, Distance and Direction

Learning Objectives

  • Understand and describe the concept of position as it relates to location.
  • Identify and use words to describe the position of objects in a space.
  • Explain the concepts of distance and direction as they relate to describing position.
  • Use distance and direction to give precise descriptions of an object's position.

Introduction and Hook

Begin the lesson by introducing the concept of position using a relatable example, such as the location of a teddy bear in a room. Discuss how position is similar to an address, helping to locate objects.

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Direct Instruction

Explain the concepts of distance and direction, using examples like the distance from home to a park and directions like north, south, east, and west.

Introduce the video 'How Things Move' to illustrate movement directions and speeds, making complex ideas accessible to students.

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Guided Exploration

Engage students in a discussion about how distance and direction can be used to give precise descriptions of an object's position.

Watch the video 'Forces in the Playground' to explore real-world examples of motion and direction using playground equipment.

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Hands-On Activity

Have students use classroom objects to practice describing their positions using distance and direction.

Use the assessment 'Positions and Directions' to reinforce learning by having students describe locations and navigate a grid.

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Independent Practice

Assign students to describe the position of objects at home using distance and direction terminology.

Encourage students to watch the video 'Forces and Motion – Magnitude and Direction' to understand how forces affect movement.

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Check for Understanding

Conduct a class discussion to review students' understanding of position, distance, and direction.

Use the assessment 'Describing Motion' to evaluate students' ability to articulate different types of movement.

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Review and Reflection

Have students reflect on how they use position, distance, and direction in daily life.

Encourage students to share examples of how they have applied these concepts outside the classroom.

Assessment and Extension

Administer the 'Measure and Describe Motion' assessment to test students' understanding of motion and position.

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Encourage students to take the quiz to further assess their comprehension of the topic.

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