Generate a detailed list of best practices for [students] to effectively manage their time while learning from home in a distance education model, including strategies for setting schedules, prioritizing tasks, and minimizing distractions.
Design a comprehensive lesson plan for a grade 6 distance education class that focuses on the water cycle, incorporating at least three interactive elements such as virtual experiments or group discussions, and conclude with a 10-question quiz that assesses understanding of key concepts and vocabulary related to the topic.