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Bot GPT 4-o mini ### Lesson Plan: Creative Arts - Designing Your Own Light Bulb
**Grade Level:** 3
**Subject:** Creative Arts
**Duration:** 1 hour
**Topic:** Light Bulbs
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#### **Objectives:**
By the end of this lesson, learners will be able to:
1. Understand the basic components of a light bulb and its purpose.
2. Use creative thinking to design and construct their own light bulb model.
3. Collaborate with peers and communicate their design ideas effectively.
4. Explore the importance of light in daily life through artistic expression.
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#### **Materials:**
- Clear plastic cups (to represent light bulb shape)
- Yellow tissue paper or colored cellophane (to mimic light)
- Battery-operated LED tea lights (for actual light source)
- Markers or crayons
- Scissors
- Glue
- Craft sticks
- Decorative materials (stickers, glitter, etc.)
- Whiteboard and markers (for instruction and drawing)
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#### **Preparation:**
- Set up a table with all materials for easy access and organization.
- Prepare a simple visual aid showing the parts of a traditional light bulb (filament, glass bulb, base) on the whiteboard.
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#### **Teacher's Activities:**
1. **Introduction (10 minutes):**
- Begin with a brief discussion about light and light bulbs. Ask students what they know about how light bulbs work and their importance in our everyday lives.
- Show a visual of the light bulb. Explain its parts and functions.
2. **Demonstration (10 minutes):**
- Explain the design project: Learners will create their own decorative light bulbs using the materials provided.
- Demonstrate how to cut and shape the tissue paper to fit inside the plastic cup and how to attach the LED tea light at the bottom.
3. **Guided Exploration (10 minutes):**
- Divide the class into small groups (4-5 students) and distribute the materials.
- Encourage students to brainstorm ideas for their designs together, emphasizing the creative aspect and teamwork.
4. **Support and Facilitate (20 minutes):**
- Walk around the classroom to provide guidance, assistance, and encouragement as learners construct their light bulbs.
- Engage with groups to discuss their design choices and artistic techniques.
5. **Presentation and Reflection (10 minutes):**
- Allow each group to present their light bulb, explaining their design process and any special features they included.
- Conclude the lesson by highlighting the significance of creativity and teamwork in making functional art.
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#### **Learner's Activities:**
1. **Discussion & Brainstorming (10 minutes):**
- Participate in a class discussion about light bulbs and their importance.
- Work collaboratively with peers to brainstorm design ideas.
2. **Creating the Light Bulb (30 minutes):**
- Use provided materials to create a unique light bulb design, incorporating individual artistic choices.
- Cut, glue, and assemble the light bulb with attention to safety and creativity, ensuring they include the LED tea light for functionality.
3. **Presentation (10 minutes):**
- Present their creations to the class, explaining their concept, materials used, and how it represents their understanding of light bulbs.
- Offer positive feedback to peers and reflect on the designs presented.
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### **Assessment:**
- Evaluate students based on participation, teamwork, creativity in their designs, and the ability to communicate their ideas.
- Consider using a simple rubric to assess collaboration, design creativity, and presentation.
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### **Conclusion:**
End the lesson by reinforcing the essential role of light in our lives and how creativity can be applied in everyday objects. Encourage students to think about other inventions they could design in the future.
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This lesson plan provides a blend of science and art, allowing students to engage both creatively and collaboratively while learning about an important everyday item.