lm science4 - Copy
lm science4 - Copy
Objective:
Account for the occurrence of land and sea breezes, monsoons, and the
intertropical convergence zone. Describe the effects of certain weather
systems in the Philippines.
Code:
S7ES-IVf-7
Grade Level:
Subject:
Earth Science
(1) Review
Begin the lesson with a quick review of previous topics related to weather
systems. Ask the students:
(2) Motivation
Show a short video clip (2-3 minutes) illustrating the differences between
land breezes and sea breezes, along with visuals of monsoons and the
intertropical convergence zone. Ask students to share their thoughts on how
these phenomena might affect their daily lives.
(3) Activity
Materials Needed:
Water
Ice cubes
Thermometer
Chart paper
Instructions:
Setup:
On one side of the tray, place ice cubes to simulate the cooler land.
Observation:
Have students observe how the wind affects the water and the temperature
changes.
Allow them to measure the temperature of the water near the ice cubes and
the opposite end of the tray.
Discussion:
Ask students to note the differences in temperature and air movement.
In groups, students will create a weather chart on chart paper that details
the characteristics of land breezes, sea breezes, monsoons, and the
intertropical convergence zone.
(4) Analysis
Guide the students to analyze their observations. Discuss questions such as:
What happens to the air pressure in the presence of warm and cold air?
(5) Abstraction
(6) Application
Real-life Problem: Imagine you are a farmer in the Philippines. You need to
decide when to plant your crops based on the weather patterns influenced
by monsoons. How would you determine the best planting season? Discuss
the factors that you would consider.
(7) Assessment
Questions:
c) Sea currents
Answer: False
Fill-in-the-Blank: The area where the trade winds from the northern and
southern hemispheres meet is called the __________.
True/False: The intertropical convergence zone is static and does not change
position.
Answer: False
(8) Assignment
For homework, students will write a short essay (1-2 paragraphs) about a
specific weather phenomenon they experience in their locality. They should
describe its characteristics, effects, and any personal experiences related to
it.
A land breeze is a wind that blows from the land to the sea, usually occurring
at night when the land cools faster than the water.
How do monsoons affect the agriculture in the Philippines?
Monsoons bring heavy rainfall, which can be beneficial for crops, but
excessive rains can also lead to flooding and crop damage.
A sea breeze occurs during the day when cool air from the sea moves inland,
while a land breeze occurs at night when cool air from the land moves to the
sea.
Interactive Activities
Students will create a weather map indicating areas affected by land and sea
breezes, monsoons, and the ITCZ in the Philippines. They can use colors and
symbols to represent different weather conditions.
Role Play:
Divide students into small groups where each group represents a different
weather system (land breeze, sea breeze, monsoon, ITCZ). They will create a
short skit demonstrating their weather system's effects on the environment
and people.