- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 5
- Age: 6 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Social Studies
- Previous Lesson: Meaning Of Overdose
- Topic: Effects Of Overdose
- Content: Effects of too much eating and drinking.
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify seven effects of too much eating and drinking.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of moderation in eating and drinking.
- Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate how to use hand gestures to express overeating discomfort.
- Social Domain: Discuss with peers the effects of overeating.
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: Healthline – 7 Ways That Overeating Affects Your Body
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Flashcards showing overeating scenarios
- Chart with illustrations of the effects of overdose
- Picture of a balanced meal
- Whiteboard and marker
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding the effects of overeating helps children develop healthy eating habits and understand the importance of moderation in daily life.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils already know the meaning of overdose and can identify situations where people eat too much.
Instructional Procedures
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Set induction | Use a story | Narrates a short story of someone who ate too much and got sick. | Listen attentively to the story. | Overeating can cause discomfort. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Expository | Guided discussion | Explains seven effects of overeating using flashcards and charts. | Observe the materials and ask questions. | Effects of overeating include stomach pain and laziness. |
| Step 3: Illustration | 8 mins | Interactive | Role play | Encourages pupils to mimic overeating gestures and its effects. | Act out the effects of overeating. | Overeating has visible effects on the body. |
| Step 4: Note Taking | 5 mins | Expository | Guided writing | Writes the short lesson note on the board. | Copy the note into their books. | Effects of overeating can be learned and remembered. |
| Step 5: Evaluation | 5 mins | Inquiry | Question and answer | Asks pupils to list the effects of overeating. | Answer questions orally. | Pupils can recall and explain effects of overeating. |
| Step 6: Conclusion | 3 mins | Reinforcement | Summary | Recaps the effects of overeating and their importance. | Listen to the summary. | Overeating should be avoided for health reasons. |
Lesson Content
Effects Of Overdose
When we eat or drink too much, it can harm our health. Below are some effects of too much eating and drinking:
- Stomach ache – Eating too much can cause pain in the stomach.
- Vomiting – Overeating can make us throw up.
- Laziness – Too much food can make us feel lazy.
- Obesity – Eating a lot regularly can make us overweight.
- Indigestion – Our stomach may not digest the food well.
- Breathing problems – Overeating can make it hard to breathe.
- Tiredness – After eating too much, we may feel very tired.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- What is overdose?
- Mention three effects of eating too much.
- How does overeating make the stomach feel?
- Why should we avoid eating too much?
- Act out how someone feels after overeating.
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Encourage active participation by relating the lesson to real-life scenarios the pupils can easily understand. Use visuals and interactive methods to keep them engaged. Happy teaching!
