Air · KG2 Integrated Learning

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: K2.6.4.1.6 - Prepare and fly kites and other paper aeroplanes outside the classroom.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Work in pairs to fold a paper aeroplane and assemble a simple kite using paper, string and sticks
Use a ruler or measuring tool to measure the length and breadth of their paper or card before cutting
Fly their completed kite or paper aeroplane outside and observe how the air moves or carries it
Describe in simple words what happens to their kite or aeroplane when the wind blows
Demonstrate care and cooperation while working with their partner and sharing tools

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Curriculum details

Strand: All Around Us (Strand 6)
Sub-strand: Air (6.4)
Content standard: K2.6.4.1 - Demonstrate understanding that air is all around us and it is an important and beneficial natural resource for all living things.
Indicator: K2.6.4.1.6 - Prepare and fly kites and other paper aeroplanes outside the classroom.
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 5 (Week 29 of the year)
Term is the curriculum's own; the week within it is our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order. Follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Kindergarten Curriculum (KG1 and KG2), 2019, p. 172
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Take learners through the preparation of kites and paper aeroplanes.
Provide them with ruler or any measuring tool to measure length and breadth of cards or paper and threads or string to attach to the kites. Each in pairs, the learners use the paper and other tools to make kites and paper aeroplanes and other objects to play with to show that air is around us.