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SECOND TERM
WEEKLY LESSON NOTES
WEEK 6
Week Ending: DAY: Subject: Science
Duration: 100mins Strand: Systems
Class: B9 Class Size: Sub Strand: Solar system
Content Standard:
Indicator: Lesson:
B9.3.2.1 Demonstrate knowledge of other non-
B9.3.2.1.1 Understand the movement of
planetary bodies such as comets, asteroids, and their 1 of 2
non-planetary bodies in the solar system.
relationship with the solar system
Performance Indicator: Core Competencies:
Learners can identify and differentiate between asteroids and comets as Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
non-planetary bodies in the solar system. (CP), Communication and Collaboration
Learners can understand the movement and potential risks posed by (CC) Digital Literacy (DL), Creativity and
asteroids and comets. Innovation
References: Science Curriculum Pg. 103
Key words:
Phase/Duration Learners Activities Resources
PHASE 1: Begin by asking learners what they know about the solar system.
STARTER
Introduce the concept of non-planetary bodies, including asteroids and
comets.
Show pictures or videos of asteroids and comets to familiarize learners
with their visual characteristics.
Share learning indicators and introduce the lesson.
PHASE 2: NEW Discuss the composition and location of asteroids, primarily in the Pictures and
LEARNING asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. charts
Explain the different types of asteroids based on their composition Pictures, diagrams,
(carbonaceous, metallic, etc.). or videos of
asteroids and
Discuss the potential risks posed by asteroids colliding with Earth, citing comets
historical examples like the Tunguska event. Models of the
solar system
Briefly mention asteroid mining as a potential future resource for (optional)
humanity.
Materials for a
Explain the composition and structure of comets, including the nucleus, creative project
coma, and tail. (e.g., construction
paper, paint,
Discuss the role of ice and dust in the formation of comets and their glitter)
iconic tails.
Show how comets' orbits around the sun cause their tails to change and
lengthen as they approach.
Explain the connection between comets and meteor showers, citing
examples like the Perseids or Geminids.
Assessment
Challenge learners to create a visual representation of an asteroid or
comet using available materials.
PHASE 3: Use peer discussion and effective questioning to find out from learners
REFLECTION what they have learnt during the lesson.
Take feedback from learners and summarize the lesson.
Week Ending: DAY: Subject: Science
Duration: 100mins Strand: Systems
Class: B9 Class Size: Sub Strand: Solar system
Content Standard:
Indicator: Lesson:
B9.3.2.1 Demonstrate knowledge of other non-
B9.3.2.1.1 Understand the movement of
planetary bodies such as comets, asteroids, and their
non-planetary bodies in the solar system. 1 of 2
relationship with the solar system
Performance Indicator: Core Competencies:
Learners can compare and contrast the orbits, motions, and Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
characteristics of asteroids and comets. (CP), Communication and Collaboration
Learners can appreciate the dynamic nature of the solar system and the (CC) Digital Literacy (DL), Creativity and
role of movement in shaping its features. Innovation
References: Science Curriculum Pg. 103
Key words:
Phase/Duration Learners Activities Resources
PHASE 1: Begin by reviewing learners' knowledge of the solar system and its
STARTER various components.
Introduce the concepts of asteroids and comets as non-planetary
bodies with distinct movements.
Briefly mention other non-planetary bodies like meteoroids and dwarf
planets for context.
Share learning indicators and introduce the lesson.
PHASE 2: NEW Show diagrams of the asteroid belt and typical comet orbits around the Pictures and
LEARNING sun. charts
Explain the elliptical nature of asteroid orbits, primarily concentrated
between Mars and Jupiter. Diagrams and
animations of the
Discuss the highly eccentric and inclined orbits of comets, often taking solar system,
them far beyond Pluto. asteroid belt, and
comet orbits
Compare and contrast the orbital periods of asteroids and comets, Models of
emphasizing the shorter periods of many asteroids asteroids and
comets,
Divide learners into two groups: "Asteroids" and "Comets."
Crayons, markers,
Explain that each group will represent the typical motion of their or other creative
assigned celestial body. materials
Play excerpts of different types of music (fast, slow, chaotic, regular)
and have each group move accordingly, mimicking the orbital
characteristics of asteroids and comets.
Discuss the differences in movement and how they relate to the orbital
shapes and speeds of each body
PHASE 3: Use peer discussion and effective questioning to find out from learners
REFLECTION what they have learnt during the lesson.
Take feedback from learners and summarize the lesson.
Week Ending: WEEK 6 DAY: Subject: Science
Duration: 100mins Strand: Systems
Class: B9 Class Size: Sub Strand: Solar system
Content Standard:
Indicator: Lesson:
B9.3.2.1 Demonstrate knowledge of other non-
B9.3.2.1.1 Understand the movement of
planetary bodies such as comets, asteroids, and their 1 of 2
non-planetary bodies in the solar system.
relationship with the solar system
Performance Indicator: Core Competencies:
Learners can compare and contrast the orbits, motions, and Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
characteristics of asteroids and comets. (CP), Communication and Collaboration
Learners can appreciate the dynamic nature of the solar system and the (CC) Digital Literacy (DL), Creativity and
role of movement in shaping its features. Innovation
References: Science Curriculum Pg. 103
Key words:
Phase/Duration Learners Activities Resources
PHASE 1: Begin by reviewing learners' knowledge of the solar system and its
STARTER various components.
Introduce the concepts of asteroids and comets as non-planetary
bodies with distinct movements.
Briefly mention other non-planetary bodies like meteoroids and dwarf
planets for context.
Share learning indicators and introduce the lesson.
PHASE 2: NEW Provide learners with a worksheet containing a table with categories Pictures and
LEARNING like "Orbit Shape," "Period," "Location," and "Composition" for both charts
asteroids and comets.
Diagrams and
Challenge them to research and fill in the table, comparing and animations of the
contrasting the main characteristics and movements of each type of solar system,
non-planetary body. asteroid belt, and
comet orbits
Introduce the concept of comet tails formed by dust and ice as the Models of
comet approaches the sun. asteroids and
comets,
Provide learners with creative materials like crayons, markers, and
paper. Crayons, markers,
or other creative
Challenge them to design and illustrate different types of comet tails, materials
considering the composition, length, and direction based on the comet's
orbit.
Allow learners to share their creations and explain their artistic choices
about the comet tails.
PHASE 3: Use peer discussion and effective questioning to find out from learners
REFLECTION what they have learnt during the lesson.
Take feedback from learners and summarize the lesson.
