- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 4
- Age: 6 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Date:
- Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
- Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
- Topic: Home For Farm Plants
- Content: Home For Farm Plants
Specific Objectives:
- Cognitive domain: Pupils should be able to list various habitats where farm plants thrive.
- Affective domain: Pupils should develop an appreciation for the importance of different habitats to plant growth.
- Psychomotor domain: Pupils should be able to categorize plants based on their habitats.
- Social Domain: Pupils should be able to work in groups to list different plant habitats.
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 various farm plants in different habitats
- Real plant samples (if possible)
- Chart showing different plant habitats
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the specific habitats where farm plants thrive is crucial for agricultural science. This knowledge helps in selecting the appropriate crops for cultivation in various environments, thereby promoting successful farming practices.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are assumed to have basic knowledge of common farm plants.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Home For Farm Plants
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | Question and Answer | Introduce the topic and ask pupils about different plants they know. | Pupils respond with names of plants they know. | Introduction to farm plant habitats. |
| Step 2: Habitats of farm plants | 10 mins | Lecture | Demonstration | Explain different habitats where farm plants can grow, using pictures and charts. | Pupils listen and observe the materials presented. | Understanding various plant habitats. |
| Step 3: Group Work | 10 mins | Collaborative Learning | Group Discussion | Divide pupils into groups and assign each to list plants that grow in a specific habitat. | Pupils collaborate to list plants based on given habitats. | Collaboration and categorization skills. |
| Step 4: Presentation | 5 mins | Presentation | Reporting | Ask each group to present their list of plants and their respective habitats. | Each group presents their findings. | Sharing knowledge on plant habitats. |
| Step 5: Recap | 5 mins | Interactive Review | Recap and Reinforcement | Recap the lesson highlighting the importance of knowing plant habitats. | Pupils participate in the recap. | Reinforcement of the lesson’s objectives. |
| Note Taking | 3 mins | Writing | Dictation | Dictate the classroom note for pupils to write. | Pupils take down the classroom note. | Documenting learning points. |
| Evaluation | 1 min | Q&A | Direct Questions | Ask questions about the lesson. | Pupils answer questions. | Assessing understanding. |
| Conclusion | 1 min | Summary | Summarization | Conclude the lesson by summarizing the key points. | Pupils listen and understand the conclusion. | Summary of the lesson. |
Classroom Note:
Habitats of farm plants.
- Garden: A small scale, often personal space where vegetables, fruits, and flowers are grown.
- Field: Large open areas of land used for growing crops like rice, wheat, and maize.
- Orchard: Areas specifically planted with fruit trees like apples, oranges, and mangoes.
- Greenhouse: Enclosed spaces where plants are grown under controlled conditions.
- Aquatic environments: Places where plants grow in water, such as rice in paddies.
Evaluation Questions:
- Can you name two farm plants that grow in wetlands?
- Why is it important to know the habitat of a farm plant?
- List any two habitats mentioned in today’s lesson.
Note to Teachers:
Adapt the lesson to incorporate local examples of plant habitats and encourage pupils to bring examples from their own experiences. Utilize any available outdoor space for practical demonstrations if possible.
