Class: Primary 1
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 4
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Date:
Subject: Basic Science and Technology
Curriculum Theme: Physical & Health Education
Topic: Safety
Content: Avoiding Harmful and sharp objects
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to:
- Discuss the dangers in playing with harmful objects
Instructional Materials:
- Visual aids (pictures of harmful objects)
- Real-life examples of sharp objects (scissors, knives, etc.)
- Chart paper and markers
- Pencils and notebooks
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
Content Development: Avoiding Harmful and Sharp Objects
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Points/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 10 mins | Discussion | Greet the students and engage them in a conversation about things they like to play with.Ask questions to elicit responses about harmful objects they may have encountered or heard about. | Listen attentively to the teacher.Participate in the conversation by sharing their experiences and ideas. |
| Step 2: Identifying Harmful Objects | 10 mins | Visual Presentation | Show visual aids or pictures of harmful objects.Discuss each object, emphasizing the dangers associated with them. | Observe the pictures attentively.Listen to the teacher as they explain the dangers of each object. |
| Step 3: Examples of Sharp Objects | 10 mins | Demonstration | Show real-life examples of sharp objects like scissors, knives, etc.Explain how these objects can cause harm if mishandled. | Observe the objects carefully.Listen to the teacher’s explanation. |
| Step 4: Discussion on Dangers | 10 mins | Group Discussion | Lead a discussion about the dangers associated with playing with harmful and sharp objects.Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences. | Participate actively in the discussion.Share personal experiences or examples of dangerous situations. |
| Step 5: Evaluation and Note Copying | 5 mins | Note copying | Ask questions to assess students’ understanding of the dangers associated with harmful and sharp objects.Provide a short note for students to copy into their notebooks. | Answer the evaluation questions.Copy the provided note into their notebooks |
Note:
Harmful objects and sharp objects:
Harmful objects and sharp objects are things or materials that can cause injury or harm to us.
Examples of Harmful objects and sharp objects:
- Kitchen knives
- Nails and screws
- Scissors
- Sewing needles or pins
- Razors blades
- Broken glass objects
- Metal forks
- Gardening tools with sharp edges or blades
Evaluation Questions:
Ask the following questions to evaluate the lesson
- What are harmful objects?
- Why should we avoid playing with sharp objects?
- Can you give an example of a harmful object?
- What did you learn from today’s lesson?
Teaching Aids:
- Visual aids (pictures of harmful objects)
- Real-life examples of sharp objects (scissors, knives, etc.)
- Chart paper and markers
Note to Teachers:
Please note that the actual content of the lesson, teaching methods, and pupil activities may vary based on your specific teaching style, curriculum, or resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.
