- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 1
- Age: 6 years
- Period:
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Date:
- Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
- Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
- Topic: Farm Animals
- Content: Meaning of Farm Animals
Specific Objectives:
- Cognitive domain: Pupils should be able to define farm animals and identify examples.
- Affective domain: Pupils should develop an interest in learning about farm animals.
- Psychomotor domain: Pupils should be able to depict farm animals through drawing.
- Social Domain: Pupils should be able to discuss the importance of farm animals in a group.
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 of farm animals
- Real-life farm animal products (e.g., milk, wool)
- Flashcards
- Videos of farm animals
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding farm animals is crucial as it forms the basis for appreciating the role of agriculture in our daily lives. It instills a sense of responsibility and care for animals from a young age, and highlights the interdependence between humans and animals.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge of animals in general, including the ability to identify common animals.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Farm Animals
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupil’s Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 min | Lecture | Question and Answer | Introduce the topic | Listen and respond to questions | Understanding the subject matter |
| Step 2: Meaning Of Farm Animals | 10 min | Discussion | Interactive Learning | Define farm animals, show pictures | Identify and name farm animals | Identifying farm animals |
| Step 3: Importance | 10 min | Demonstration | Group Work | Discuss the importance of farm animals | Group discussion on importance | Importance of farm animals |
| Step 4: Activities | 10 min | Practical | Hands-on Activity | Guide pupils in drawing farm animals | Draw and label farm animals | Depicting farm animals through art |
| Step 5: Conclusion | 5 min | Summary | Recap | Summarize the lesson | Listen and recap the lesson | Reinforcement of the learning |
Classroom Note:
Meaning of farm animals
Farm animals are animals that are raised on a farm for various purposes such as food, clothing, work, and companionship. Examples include cows, chickens, sheep, and pigs. These animals are important because they provide us with milk, eggs, meat, wool, and many other products.
Questions for Evaluation:
- What is a farm animal?
- Can you name three farm animals and the products they provide us?
- Why are farm animals important to us?
- Draw and label two farm animals.
Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson based on the resources available and the learning pace of your pupils. Engage them with real-life examples and encourage participation to make the lesson interactive and interesting.
