Lesson Plan: Exploring Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch
Lesson Plan: Exploring Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch
Grade Level: 4-6
Subject: Social Studies / Math
Duration: 60 minutes
Common Core Standards:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1: Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.3: Explain the relationships or interactions between two or more individuals, events, ideas, or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text based on specific information in the text.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.OA.A.2: Multiply or divide to solve word problems involving multiplicative comparison, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.NBT.B.5: Fluently multiply multi-digit whole numbers using the standard algorithm.
Objectives:
- Students will learn about Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch and its significance in the community.
- Students will explore the various activities and attractions at the pumpkin patch.
- Students will solve math word problems related to the pumpkin patch using multiplication and division.
Materials:
- Pictures or videos showcasing Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch
- Informational texts or websites about the pumpkin patch
- Whiteboard or chart paper
- Math word problem worksheets
Procedure:
1. Introduction (10 minutes):
- Begin the lesson by discussing the concept of seasonal attractions and their significance in communities.
- Introduce Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch as a popular local attraction.
2. Reading and Discussion (15 minutes):
- Show pictures or videos of Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch to the students.
- Read an informational text or provide information about the pumpkin patch, its history, and activities.
- Engage students in a discussion by asking questions such as: What do you notice about the pumpkin patch? What activities or attractions are available? Why do you think pumpkin patches are popular in the fall?
3. Activity Exploration (20 minutes):
- Divide students into small groups and assign each group an activity or attraction at the pumpkin patch.
- Instruct students to research and gather more information about their assigned activity or attraction.
- Have each group present their findings to the class, explaining the significance and appeal of their assigned feature.
4. Math Word Problems (15 minutes):
- Provide math word problem worksheets related to Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch.
- Instruct students to solve the word problems using multiplication and division.
- Encourage them to use drawings or equations to represent the problems and find the solutions.
- Review and discuss the solutions as a class, highlighting the use of multiplication and division strategies.
5. Reflection and Discussion (10 minutes):
- Facilitate a class discussion about the significance of Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch in the community.
- Ask students to reflect on their favorite attractions or activities and why they find them appealing.
- Discuss the math skills used in solving the word problems and their relevance in real-life scenarios.
Common Core Labels Correlations:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.3
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.OA.A.2
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.NBT.B.5
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