Unit 19 - Time
Time
Objectives
At the end of the lesson, students are expected to:
- recognize different types of clocks (digital, analog, hourglass, sundial...)
- recognize different parts of the clock
- read the time from the clock
- engage in mathematical activities involving the use of a clock
- participate in physical activity ....
- engage in engineering and design and create a simple clock.
- pictures with examples of different types of clocks
- memory game
- presentation
- worksheet with mathematical problems
- cards with math problems
- cardboard or thick paper
- scissors
- markers
- ruler and compass
Activity 1. Measuring Time Using a Clock
Students get to know the basic parts of a watch - small hand, large hand, dial.
Students get to know the basic units of time measurement - second, minute, hour
Students learn how to read the time from the clock.
https://www.cuemath.com/measurement/time/
Activity 2: Physical Education – Ball Pass Timer
Objective: Engage students in a competitive, time-based physical activity to reinforce teamwork and the concept of time.
Setup:
Divide the class into two equal teams: the Passing Team (in a circle) and the Running Team (lined up at the starting line). Place a hoop with beanbags at a set distance from the starting line for the Running Team. Provide a ball or other passing equipment for the Passing Team.
Instructions:
The Passing Team passes the ball clockwise, completing a set number of circles (e.g., 5) as quickly as possible. The Running Team runs one at a time to collect beanbags and bring them back to their team’s hoop during the time it takes the Passing Team to finish their circles. Teams switch roles after the Passing Team finishes their circles. The team that collects the most beanbags wins.
Variations:
Adjust the number of circles for the Passing Team or use different passing equipment.
- Change the Running Team’s movement method (e.g., skipping, crawling, or hopping).
- Add multiple hoops for the Running Team to increase difficulty.
Activity 3: Build a clock
Objective: Students will design and make a simple cardboard clock as well as a simple water clock.
Required materials:
- Cardboard or thick paper
- Scissors
- Brass pins
- Markers
- Ruler and compass
- Plastic bottles
Activity 4: Mathematics – Time Word Problems
Objective: Solve real-life word problems related to time, using clocks and units of time measurement.
Duration: 20–25 minutes
Setup and Materials:
- Provide students with individual or group worksheets containing time-related word problems.
- Use visual aids such as printable clock diagrams, toy clocks, or digital clocks to help students understand the problems. Use the previously made clock.
STEPAM Components
- Science - Understanding the concept of time, its measurement, and the evolution of clocks throughout history.
- Technology – Using interactive tools and presentations to explore the functionality and types of clocks
- Engineering – creating a clock
- Physical Education – Participating in time-based relay games like Ball Pass Timer to develop teamwork and time awareness
- Art - creating a clock with different materials
- Mathematics – Solving word problems involving time intervals, conversions, and elapsed time calculations.