Earth Science · B3 Science

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B3.2.1.4.2 - Describe the properties of air

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Explain what air is and state that it is all around us, even though we cannot see it.
Demonstrate that air occupies space by observing how air fills a container or moves objects.
Show that air has mass by comparing the weight of an inflated balloon with a deflated one.
Describe at least three properties of air, including that it occupies space, has mass, and is made up of more than one gas.
Work in groups to find ways of bringing more air into the classroom and present their findings clearly to the class.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Cycles (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Earth Science (2.1)
Content standard: B3.2.1.4 - Recognise water and air as important natural resources
Indicator: B3.2.1.4.2 - Describe the properties of air
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 1 (Week 13 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Science Curriculum (Basic 1-3), 2019, p. 53
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Learners answer the following questions: What is air? Where does air come from? Can you see and touch air? What shows that there is air present in this classroom?
- Perform a simple demonstration on the properties of air, e.g. air has mass, occupies space, made up of more than one gas, pulls and pushes objects.
- Learners demonstrate how to make more air enter their classrooms in groups.
- Let each group present their findings.