Lerato Cooks Up a Plan
Intended Grade Level(s):
4-5
Learning Goal(s):
Students will identify a real world problem that can be solved using solar energy. Students determine how the sun can be harnessed without generating electricity from it.
Unit:
Lesson Number:
7
Estimated Activity Length:
50 min
Files Associated with this Activity:
Description:
The teacher will begin reading aloud the realistic fiction book, “Lerato Cooks Up a Plan” from Engineering is Elementary. In this book, a young girl from Botswana learns science ideas that help her design a solar oven for her family. Students will reflect on the story in their notebooks.
Other Material(s) Used:
• Read Aloud Book: “Lerato Cooks Up a Plan” • Background Information Cards on Botswana Song from iTunes: Botswana • iPod, iPhone and speakers
