- Class: Primary 2
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 1
- Age: 7 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Pre Vocational Studies
- Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
- Previous Lesson: Uses Of Food Crops
- Topic: Useful Farm Insects
- Content: Examples Of Useful Farm Insects
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify and list examples of useful farm insects.
- Affective Domain: Show appreciation for the roles of insects in agriculture.
- Psychomotor Domain: Draw and label at least two useful farm insects.
- Social Domain: Discuss in groups the benefits of farm insects and share findings with the class.
Reference Materials:
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from Role of Insects in Agriculture
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures of useful farm insects
- Real or model insects (if available)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Flashcards of insects
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the role of beneficial insects in agriculture helps students appreciate biodiversity and the balance of ecosystems. It also encourages environmentally friendly practices by recognizing the positive contributions of insects to farming.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge of insects and farming from previous lessons on food crops and the natural environment.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Useful Farm Insects
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupil’s Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 min | Interactive talk | Set induction | Introduce the topic using flashcards | Listen and respond to questions | Engagement and topic introduction |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 min | Lecture | Explanation and description | Explain the roles of useful insects | Listen and identify insects | Understanding roles of insects |
| Step 3: Identification | 10 min | Demonstration | Guided practice | Show pictures/models, discuss examples | Identify and name farm insects | Recognizing beneficial insects |
| Step 4: Group Activity | 10 min | Group work | Collaboration | Facilitate group discussions | Discuss and list insect benefits | Social interaction and teamwork |
| Step 5: Recap | 3 min | Question & Answer | Review | Recap main points, answer questions | Ask and answer questions | Reinforcement of knowledge |
| Step 6: Note Taking | 2 min | Writing | Dictation | Dictate notes for pupils to write | Write down notes | Documenting learned content |
| Conclusion | 2 min | Summation | Closure | Summarize the lesson, preview next | Listen and understand closure | Conclusion and forward look |
Classroom Note:
Useful Farm Insects
Useful farm insects are those insects that help in pollination, decomposing waste, and controlling pests. Here are five examples:
- Ladybugs: They eat aphids and other harmful pests.
- Bees: Important for pollination of many crops.
- Earthworms: Improve soil quality by aerating it.
- Praying Mantises: Eat a variety of pest insects.
- Lacewings: Their larvae are effective in controlling pest populations.
These insects are beneficial to farms because they help in maintaining the health of crops and reducing the need for chemical pesticides.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Name three useful farm insects discussed today.
- What is the role of bees on a farm?
- Draw and label any two farm insects.
- Why are earthworms important for soil?
Note for teachers using my lesson plan:
Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, timing, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils’ comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!
