Solar System · B2 Science

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B2.3.2.1.1 - Identify the sun as the main source of light and warmth on earth

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Describe the physical appearance and location of the sun in the sky.
Identify the sun as the main source of light and warmth on Earth.
Explain in simple terms how life on Earth would be different if there were no sun.
Discuss and present at least two everyday uses of the sun’s light and warmth.
Draw and colour a picture of the sun showing its shape and colour.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Systems (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Solar System (3.2)
Content standard: B2.3.2.1 - Show understanding of the orderliness of the sun, planets and satellites in the solar system as well as the important role of the sun in the solar system
Indicator: B2.3.2.1.1 - Identify the sun as the main source of light and warmth on earth
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 4 (Week 16 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. 41
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Learners engaged with these questions: What does the sun look like? Where is the sun located? Do you feel warmer or colder when the sun is out? Why is the sun important to us here on Earth?
- In groups learners discuss and present to class what they use the light and the warmth from the sun for.
- Learners brainstorm on how life without the sun will be.
- Draw a picture of the sun and colour it.