Page 2 - lesson notes- Lightning

o Avoid contact with water from the pipes because it may conduct
electricity.
o Do not touch wired fences
• Outdoor:
o During lightning no open place is safe.
o Hearing thunder is an alert to rush to a safer place.
o One should take shelter in a building.
o No open vehicles are safe. If inside a closed car then stay inside
the car.
o The electrical poles and tall trees are not safe.
o If in open field sit a squat position.

Interactive Elements / Activities:
• Video Clip Analysis: See a short video of lightning strikes and
identify whether it's sheet or fork lightning.
• Class Quiz: A rapid Q&A game on safety rules and types of lightning.
• Role Play: Act out “what to do” and
“what not to do” during a thunderstorm, both indoors and outdoors.
• Diagram Labelling: Label a diagram of a lightning conductor installed
on a building.

Real-Life Application Examples:
• Lightning Rods on Buildings: Commonly seen on tall buildings like
hospitals, schools, and factories for protection from lightning strikes.
• Power Outages During Storms: Caused by lightning damaging power
lines—emphasizes why unplugging devices is important.
• Storm Alerts: Weather apps and forecasts warn about lightning risks
to help people take shelter in time.

Concept Extension (for curious minds):
• Why does lightning always strike tall objects first?
• Can lightning be harvested for energy?
• Why do we see lightning before we hear thunder?
• How does a lightning detector work?