- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 4
- Age: 6 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Basic Science Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Basic Science
- Topic: Benefits Of Cleanliness
- Content: Benefits Of Cleanliness
- Specific Objectives:
- Cognitive Domain: Pupils should be able to list 3 benefits of cleanliness.
- Affective Domain: Pupils should appreciate the importance of maintaining cleanliness.
- Psychomotor Domain: Pupils should be able to demonstrate basic personal hygiene practices.
- Social Domain: Pupils should be able to explain how cleanliness affects relationships with others.
Reference Materials:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures showing clean and dirty environments
- Video clips demonstrating personal hygiene practices
- Charts illustrating benefits of cleanliness
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the benefits of cleanliness is crucial for maintaining good health and fostering positive social interactions. This lesson aims to instill the importance of cleanliness in pupils from an early age, which is essential for their overall well-being and social development.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge: Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge of daily personal hygiene practices, such as washing hands and brushing teeth.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Benefits Of Cleanliness
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupil’s Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | Question and Answer | Introduce the topic | Listen and respond to questions | Understanding the concept of cleanliness |
| Step 2: Listing Benefits | 10 mins | Interactive Lecture | Discussion | Guide pupils to list benefits of cleanliness | List benefits and give personal examples | Benefits of cleanliness identified |
| Step 3: Demonstrating | 10 mins | Demonstration | Showing and Telling | Demonstrate basic hygiene practices | Observe and practice demonstrated practices | Practice of personal hygiene |
| Step 4: Role-playing | 5 mins | Role Play | Imitation and Practice | Facilitate role-play scenarios | Participate in role-plays | Applying knowledge in social settings |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 mins | Writing | Summarization | Dictate notes to pupils | Write down notes | Recap of the lesson’s key points |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 mins | Oral Quiz | Question and Answer | Ask questions based on the objectives | Answer questions | Assessing understanding of cleanliness benefits |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Summary | Recap | Summarize the lesson’s key points | Listen | Reinforcement of lesson’s importance |
Classroom Note:
Benefits of cleanliness:
- Prevents the spread of diseases.
- Enhances personal appearance and self-esteem.
- Improves overall mental health.
- Creates a positive impression on others.
- Promotes a healthy environment.
- Reduces the risk of pest infestations.
- Increases productivity and focus.
Evaluation Questions:
- Can you list three benefits of cleanliness?
- Why is it important to be clean?
- How does cleanliness affect our health?
Note to Teachers:
Adapt the lesson to include local examples of cleanliness and its benefits. Encourage pupils to share their personal experiences related to cleanliness. Ensure that the instructional materials are relatable and understandable for the age group.
