Lesson Plan
Gravity Games Plan
Students explore gravity through jumping and landing activities to understand basic physical forces while having fun.
This lesson combines physical exercise with basic physics concepts, enhancing motor skills and scientific curiosity among 2nd graders.
Audience
2nd Grade Group
Time
20 minutes
Approach
Interactive physical movement experiences.
Materials
Prep
Preparation
5 minutes
- Review the Gravity Games Plan to understand the session structure.
- Set up a safe, open space for jumping and landing activities.
- Gather any additional safety equipment if needed.
- Briefly check the Jumping Challenges guidelines for clear execution.
Step 1
Warm-Up & Introduction
5 minutes
- Begin with a light warm-up (stretching and jogging in place) to prepare the body.
- Introduce the concept of gravity and explain how it affects our movements.
- Pose a simple question: 'What makes you come back down when you jump?'
Step 2
Jumping Challenges
8 minutes
- Divide students into small groups for the Jumping Challenges.
- Encourage the students to try different jumping techniques (e.g., high jump, long jump) and observe their landings.
- Ask guiding questions, like 'How does your body feel when you land?'
Step 3
Gravity Talk Cool-Down
2 minutes
- Conduct a cool-down session with calm movements and deep breathing.
- Discuss what they learned about gravity during the jumps.
- Encourage sharing of experiences and favorite techniques in a brief group discussion.
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Activity
Can You Beat Gravity?
This activity involves a series of engaging jumping challenges designed for 2nd grade students. The objective is to help students physically experience the force of gravity while having fun and exploring different jumping techniques.
Activity Overview
- Name: Jumping Challenges
- Purpose: To allow students to explore the effects of gravity by performing a variety of jumps such as high jumps and long jumps
- Audience: 2nd Grade Group
- Time: Included in the 20-minute session
How to Run the Activity
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Form Small Groups: Divide the class into small groups to ensure everyone gets a chance to participate and receive individual attention.
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Demonstrate Techniques: Show the students how to perform different jumping techniques. For example:
- High Jump: Jump as high as possible.
- Long Jump: Try to jump forward as far as possible.
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Observation and Reflection: As the students practice, ask guiding questions such as:
- "How does your body feel when you land?"
- "What do you notice about how fast you come down?"
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Encourage Experimentation: Allow students to tweak their techniques to see if they can improve their jump or change how they land safely.
Student Work Space
Students, jot down which jump you enjoyed the most and why. Write or draw your favorite jumping move below.
Follow-Up Discussion
After the jumping challenges, come together as a group for the "Gravity Talk Cool-Down" where each student can share:
- The technique they liked best
- How they felt when landing
- One observation about gravity they noticed during the activity
This discussion helps reinforce the science behind the physical movement and allows for reflective learning.
For more details on the overall lesson structure, please check the Gravity Games Plan and follow along with the Gravity Talk during the cool-down.
Happy jumping and exploring gravity!
Cool Down
Gravity Talk Cool-Down
This cool-down session is designed to help students reflect on their jumping experiences and reinforce their understanding of gravity.
What to Do:
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Calm Movements: Encourage the students to slow down their breathing and relax their bodies. They can try sitting or lying down quietly.
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Guiding Reflections: Ask questions such as:
- "What did you notice about how gravity works when you jumped and landed?"
- "How did your body feel during the jump and when you landed?"
- "Can you think of a fun way to remember how gravity works?"
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Sharing Time: Invite students to share their thoughts, favorite jump, or any interesting observation they made. This sharing helps create a sense of connection and reinforces their learning.
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Deep Breaths: Close with a few moments of deep breathing to help students relax and internalize the lesson.
Take a moment to reflect quietly or share your thoughts if you feel comfortable.
Happy reflecting and remember, gravity is always in action even when we're just relaxing!