K-6 Science for the Next Generation

Lesson Plans
Your Sense of Smell

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the nose as the sense organ for smelling.
  • Recognize different smells as pleasant or unpleasant.
  • Describe how the sense of smell is used in daily activities.

Introduction and Hook

Begin the lesson by introducing the sense of smell as one of the five senses. Discuss how the nose is the primary organ for detecting smells.

Go to the Lesson

Engage students by asking them to share examples of smells they encounter daily, such as food, flowers, or other familiar scents.

Direct Instruction

Explain how the sense of smell works and its importance in daily life. Use simple language and examples that are relatable to young children.

Watch the video 'The Five Senses' to provide an overview of how our senses, including smell, help us understand the world.

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Guided Exploration

Conduct a classroom activity where students identify and categorize different smells as pleasant or unpleasant using items like flowers, fruit, or vinegar.

Watch the video 'The Five Senses – An Overview' to reinforce understanding of the sense of smell and its role among the other senses.

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Hands-On Activity

Organize a 'smell test' where students close their eyes and identify various scents from items like oranges, soap, or spices. Discuss their observations.

Use the assessment 'Your Sense of Smell' to allow students to practice identifying items by their smell, enhancing their sensory exploration skills.

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Independent Practice

Encourage students to keep a 'smell diary' at home, noting different smells they encounter and categorizing them as pleasant or unpleasant.

Check for Understanding

Ask students to share their findings from the 'smell diary' and discuss how the sense of smell helps in daily activities.

Review and Reflection

Review the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the role of the nose in detecting smells and the importance of the sense of smell.

Assessment and Extension

Use the assessment 'Your Five Senses' to evaluate students' understanding of the sense organs and their functions.

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Encourage students to explore other senses and how they interact with the sense of smell in activities like cooking or gardening.

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