- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 9
- Age: 6 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Date:
- Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
- Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
- Topic: Uses Of Farm Animals
- Content: For hunting and sports
Specific Objectives:
- Cognitive Domain: Pupils should be able to list 3 uses of farm animals for hunting and sports.
- Affective Domain: Pupils should develop an appreciation for farm animals and their roles in traditional sports and hunting activities.
- Psychomotor Domain: Pupils should be able to identify pictures of farm animals used for hunting and sports.
- Social Domain: Pupils should be able to discuss the importance of farm animals in community bonding and traditional practices.
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 used in hunting and sports
- Video clips showing farm animals in hunting and sports activities
- Real-life stories or case studies about hunting and sports with farm animals
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the uses of farm animals for hunting and sports helps pupils appreciate the multifunctional roles of animals in society beyond food production. It fosters an early respect for cultural heritage and traditional practices involving animals.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are assumed to have basic knowledge of common farm animals.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Uses Of Farm Animals
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 min | Lecture | Question and Answer | Introduce the topic and ask pupils to name some farm animals they know. | Respond to questions. | Understanding farm animals |
| Step 2: Uses Of Farm Animals For hunting and sports | 10 min | Discussion | Interactive Lecture | Explain the uses of farm animals for hunting and sports, using pictures and video clips. | Listen and watch attentively. | Uses of farm animals |
| Step 3: Identification | 5 min | Demonstration | Show and Tell | Show pictures and videos, pointing out each animal’s role in hunting or sports. | Identify and name the animals. | Recognizing farm animals’ roles |
| Step 4: Group Discussion | 10 min | Group Work | Brainstorming | Divide pupils into groups to discuss different farm animals and their specific uses. | Discuss in groups and share findings with the class. | Importance of farm animals |
| Step 5: Conclusion | 5 min | Summarization | Recap | Summarize the lesson’s key points and reinforce the importance of farm animals in society. | Listen and ask questions. | Reinforcement of learned concepts |
| Step 6: Note taking | 3 min | Writing | Guided Note-Taking | Dictate the classroom note for pupils to write in their books. | Write the classroom note in their books. | Documentation of learning |
| Step 7: Evaluation | 2 min | Question and Answer | Assessment | Ask questions related to the lesson to assess understanding. | Answer questions based on the lesson. | Assessing comprehension |
Classroom Note:
Uses of Farm Animals for hunting and for sports
- Dogs: Used in hunting for tracking and retrieving game.
- Horses: Participate in various sports, including racing and polo.
- Falcons: Used in the sport of falconry to hunt smaller birds or animals.
- Hounds: Employed in fox hunting as part of a tradition.
- Camels: Used in camel racing, a popular sport in some cultures.
Evaluation Questions:
- Name three farm animals that are used in hunting.
- What sport is associated with horses?
- How are dogs helpful in hunting?
Note to Teachers:
Adapt the teaching strategies to fit the class size and the resources available. Ensure the videos and pictures are appropriate for the age group and try to include local examples of animals used in your community for hunting and sports, making the lesson more relatable.
