Connect students directly to the concept in a personal way. Capture students' attention by initiating a group problem-solving activity before delivery of instruction. Begin with a situation that is familiar to students and builds on what they already know. Construct a learning experience that allows diverse and personal student responses. Facilitate the work of cooperative teams of students.
Children plant bean seeds.
Objective: To enhance their experience of the difference between living and nonliving things.
Activity: Children plant bean seeds. (Any good primary level science text will list materials and process.) Introduce living animals to classroom for children to observe and enjoy. Discuss proper care. Have the children collect and post pictures of living things.
