Class: Nursery 1
Term: 1st Term
Week: 1
Age: 3 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Basic Science and Technology
Previous Lesson: N/A
Topic: Introduction to Self – Parts of the Body (Outer Part)
Content: Major locations in the body: Head, Hands, Legs. Body parts of different locations. Functions of named body parts.
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive: List major locations in the body (Head, Hands, Legs).
- Psychomotor: Identify and point to body parts of different locations, e.g., eyes, ears, nose.
- Affective: Appreciate the functions of body parts by singing and miming related rhymes.
- Psychosocial: Participate joyfully in class activities, responding to questions and group exercises.
Reference Materials
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Lagos State Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from Body Parts For Kids – Names And Functions – FirstCry
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Charts or diagrams of the human body
- Flashcards of body parts
- A mirror (to show reflection of their body parts)
- Songs/Rhymes: “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes”
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding the parts of the body helps children recognize and respect their bodies. This knowledge is vital for health and hygiene and builds early self-awareness and communication.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils are familiar with common body parts like eyes, nose, and mouth from daily interactions.
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 | Interactive conversation | The teacher greets the pupils and asks them to point to parts of their body (e.g., “Touch your head!”) | Pupils point to their body parts as instructed | Engage pupils’ attention and introduce the topic |
| Step 2: Lesson Development | 10 mins | Explanation | Show-and-tell | The teacher uses flashcards or charts to show major locations of the body (head, hands, legs). Explains what these body parts do. | Pupils listen and watch attentively | Learn the names of major body parts and their functions |
| Step 3: Rhyme Time | 5 mins | Demonstration | Singing and movement | The teacher sings “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes” with pupils, touching the parts as they sing along. | Pupils follow the song and touch corresponding body parts | Reinforce body part recognition through music and movement |
| Step 4: Group Activity | 8 mins | Guided practice | Pair work | The teacher asks pupils to form pairs and take turns pointing to body parts on each other. | Pupils point to each other’s body parts in pairs | Practice identifying body parts in a social setting |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 mins | Direct instruction | Copying | The teacher writes a short note on the board for pupils to copy into their notebooks. | Pupils copy the note into their notebooks | Solidify learning by copying key points |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 5 mins | Questioning | Individual participation | The teacher asks simple questions to review the lesson (e.g., “What do we use our hands for?”). | Pupils raise hands to answer questions | Test knowledge of body parts and their functions |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Summary | Recap | The teacher summarizes the lesson, reminding pupils of the key body parts and functions learned. | Pupils listen and respond to questions | Reinforce understanding of the lesson |
Lesson Content
Parts of the Body
The body has many parts. We have the head, hands, and legs.
Major Locations in the Body
- Head: Includes eyes, ears, nose, and mouth.
- Hands: Includes fingers.
- Legs: Includes knees and toes.
Functions of Parts of the Body
- Eyes: We use them to see.
- Ears: We use them to hear.
- Nose: We use it to smell.
- Mouth: We use it to eat and talk.
- Hands: We use them to hold things.
- Legs: We use them to walk.
Related Rhymes on Body Parts
1. Rhyme Title: “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes”
Lyrics:
Head, shoulders, knees, and toes,
Knees and toes!
Head, shoulders, knees, and toes,
Knees and toes!
Eyes and ears and mouth and nose,
Head, shoulders, knees, and toes!
Knees and toes!
2. Rhyme Title: “My Head, My Shoulder, My Knees, My Toes”
Lyrics:
My head, my shoulder, my knees, my toes,
My head, my shoulder, my knees, my toes,
My head, my shoulder, my knees, my toes,
They all belong to me!
I can see, I can hear, I can talk, and I can walk!
My head, my shoulder, my knees, my toes,
They all belong to me!
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Point to their head.
- What do we use our hands for?
- How do we use our eyes?
- Sing the rhyme, “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes.”
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
You can add more rhymes to engage the pupils and encourage movement throughout the lesson. Singing helps them remember body parts easily. Happy teaching!
