Natural Environment

Weather - Unfavourable weather conditions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify various unfavourable weather conditions in the environment
- Describe characteristics of unfavourable weather conditions
- Show interest in learning about unfavourable weather conditions

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Share experiences on unfavourable weather conditions they have witnessed in their community
- Use digital devices or print media to search for more information on unfavourable weather conditions
- Discuss what happens during unfavourable weather conditions in the environment
- Identify different types of unfavourable weather conditions (thick fog, strong winds, heavy rainfall, drought, extreme heat, extreme cold, snow)

How can unfavourable weather conditions affect our daily activities?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 67
- Digital resources
- Pictures of unfavourable weather conditions

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Natural Environment

Weather - Unfavourable weather conditions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify dangers of unfavourable weather conditions on people
- Describe how unfavourable weather conditions affect people's health
- Value safety during unfavourable weather conditions

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use audio-visual resources or pictures to gather information on how unfavourable weather affects people
- Discuss effects of unfavourable weather conditions on people
- Look at pictures showing how unfavourable weather conditions affect people
- Share personal experiences of being affected by unfavourable weather

Why is it important to understand the dangers of unfavourable weather?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 70
- Pictures or videos showing effects of unfavourable weather
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Natural Environment

Weather - Dangers of unfavourable weather conditions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe how unfavourable weather conditions affect the environment
- Explain the impact of unfavourable weather on property
- Show concern for safety during unfavourable weather

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe pictures showing effects of unfavourable weather on the environment
- Discuss how unfavourable weather damages property and the environment
- Search for information on effects of unfavourable weather conditions using digital devices
- Share findings with classmates

How do unfavourable weather conditions affect our environment?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 71
- Pictures showing environmental damage from unfavourable weather
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Group work assessment

Natural Environment

Weather - Responding to unfavourable weather conditions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify appropriate ways to respond to unfavourable weather
- Demonstrate safety measures during unfavourable weather
- Appreciate the importance of responding appropriately to unfavourable weather

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss how to keep safe during various unfavourable weather conditions
- Observe pictures of children keeping safe from harmful weather
- Match unfavourable weather conditions with corresponding safety measures
- Role play how to respond to different unfavourable weather conditions

How can you keep safe during unfavourable weather conditions?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 73
- Pictures showing safety measures
- Safety equipment (raincoats, umbrellas, sunscreen, etc.)

- Observation - Oral questions - Role play assessment

Natural Environment

Weather - Responding to unfavourable weather conditions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain how to respond to various unfavourable weather conditions
- Create a personal safety plan for unfavourable weather
- Value the importance of weather safety

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Listen to a story about appropriate responses to unfavourable weather conditions
- Create a table showing safety measures for different types of unfavourable weather
- Discuss with peers about how to keep safe during specific unfavourable weather conditions
- Draw and color pictures showing safety during unfavourable weather

What safety measures can you take during extreme cold weather?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 74
- Stories about weather safety
- Drawing materials
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 75
- Weather safety matching cards
- Song lyrics about weather safety

- Observation - Written assignments - Drawing assessment

Natural Environment

Weather - Responding to unfavourable weather conditions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Discuss ways of keeping safe during drought
- Create a chart showing responses to drought
- Value the importance of water conservation during drought

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss about drought and its effects
- Role-play appropriate responses to drought conditions
- Draw a poster showing ways to conserve water during drought
- Share about drought experiences they might have had

How can we respond to drought conditions?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 75
- Pictures showing drought conditions
- Drawing materials for posters

- Observation - Oral questions - Drawing assessment

Natural Environment

Weather - Responding to unfavourable weather conditions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe appropriate responses to strong winds
- Identify safe places during strong winds
- Show concern for safety during strong winds

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss effects of strong winds
- Role play safety measures during strong winds
- Create a checklist of things to do during strong winds
- Draw pictures showing safety during strong winds

How can you keep safe during strong winds?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 75
- Pictures showing strong winds and safety measures
- Drawing materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Checklist assessment

Natural Environment

Weather - Consolidation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Consolidate knowledge about unfavourable weather conditions
- Apply safety measures during unfavourable weather conditions
- Value safety measures during unfavourable weather

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Participate in a quiz about unfavourable weather conditions and safety
- Create a personal weather safety plan
- Present their weather safety plans to the class
- Give feedback on their peers' safety plans

How would you prepare for unfavourable weather in your community?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 76
- Quiz materials
- Writing materials

- Written assessment - Oral presentation - Peer assessment

Natural Environment

Weather - Consolidation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Consolidate knowledge about unfavourable weather conditions
- Apply safety measures during unfavourable weather conditions
- Value safety measures during unfavourable weather

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Participate in a quiz about unfavourable weather conditions and safety
- Create a personal weather safety plan
- Present their weather safety plans to the class
- Give feedback on their peers' safety plans

How would you prepare for unfavourable weather in your community?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 76
- Quiz materials
- Writing materials

- Written assessment - Oral presentation - Peer assessment