- Class: Primary 2
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 3
- Age: 6 years
- Period:
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Date:
- Subject: Pre Vocational Studies
- Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
- Topic: Tuber Crops
- Content: Uses Of Tuber Crops
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Mention three uses of tuber crops.
Reference Materials:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Course Book
- Online Information
- Textbooks (List your relevant textbook here)
Instructional Materials:
- Charts of processed foods
- Samples of tuber crops (if available)
- Pictures illustrating tuber crop uses
- Marker board and markers
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the uses of tuber crops is vital for appreciating the role of these crops in daily life, nutrition, and various processed food products.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have a basic understanding of different types of crops.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Uses Of Tuber Crops
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Point/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | Ask students if they know any tuber crops and their uses. Discuss briefly. | Share what they know about tuber crops. |
| Tuber Crops Uses | 10 mins | Demonstration | Show charts of processed foods made from tuber crops. Explain the processes involved. | Observe and ask questions. |
| Identification Activity | 10 mins | Group Activity | Divide students into groups. Give them pictures of tuber crops and ask them to identify three uses. | Identify and discuss uses in groups. |
| Note taking | 5 mins | Writing | Provide a summary of key points on tuber crops and their uses. | Copy important information into their notebooks. |
| Evaluation | 3 mins | Question and Answer | Ask questions related to the specific objectives. | Answer questions individually. |
| Conclusion | 2 mins | Recap | Summarize the lesson, emphasizing the importance of tuber crops in daily life. | Share one thing they’ve learned. |
Note to Pupils:
Uses Of Tuber Crops
- Food Consumption:
- Tuber crops like yams and potatoes are commonly consumed as staple foods in various forms such as boiled, roasted, or mashed.
2. Processing into Flour:
- Tuber crops can be processed into flour, used in making products like Poundo yam or potato flour.
3. Snack Production:
- Some tuber crops, when sliced and fried, make popular snacks like potato chips or fried yam sticks.
4. Beverage Production:
- Tuber crops like cassava can be processed to make beverages such as garri or tapioca.
5. Livestock Feed:
- Tuber crops can serve as nutritious feed for livestock, providing energy and essential nutrients.
6. Industrial Starch Production:
- Cassava, a tuber crop, is a significant source of starch used in various industrial processes.
7. Traditional Medicine:
- Some communities use certain tuber crops for medicinal purposes due to their nutritional and therapeutic properties.
Evaluation:
- Name one processed food made from tuber crops.
- What are three uses of tuber crops?
Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.
