Class: Nursery 1
Term: 1st Term
Week: 1
Age: 3 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Basic Science and Technology
Previous Lesson: This is the first lesson in the first term
Topic: The Environment
Content: Meaning of environment, identifying objects and animals found in the environment, ways of keeping the environment clean.
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive domain: Define the environment and list objects and animals found in it.
Affective domain: Show interest in keeping the environment clean.
Psychomotor domain: Identify and point to objects and animals in the environment.
Social domain: Collaborate with others to suggest ways to keep the environment clean.
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 Britannica Kids – Environment (https://kids.britannica.com/kids/article/environment/399445)
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Picture cards of animals and objects
- Toys representing animals and household items
- Posters showing clean and dirty environments
- Sand tray and water to demonstrate cleanliness
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the environment helps children recognize the world around them, identify things in nature, and learn the importance of keeping their surroundings clean. This promotes early environmental awareness, encourages care for nature, and builds good habits from a young age.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
The pupils already interact with their surroundings at home and may recognize common animals and objects.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: The Environment
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 | Storytelling | The teacher starts with a short story about a child playing outside and observing their environment. | Pupils listen and react to the story. | Pupils connect with the idea of an environment. |
| Step 2: Meaning of Environment | 8 mins | Explanation | Guided Discovery | The teacher explains what “environment” means, using the story to highlight everything around the child. | Pupils repeat the word “environment” and mention things they see around them. | Understanding the meaning of the environment. |
| Step 3: Identifying Objects & Animals | 8 mins | Demonstration | Questioning | The teacher shows picture cards and asks pupils to name animals and objects they can see. | Pupils name animals and objects in the environment. | Recognizing objects and animals found in the environment. |
| Step 4: Ways of Keeping the Environment Clean | 8 mins | Discussion | Participatory | The teacher discusses with the pupils ways to keep the environment clean, such as picking up trash. | Pupils give suggestions on how to keep the environment clean. | Learning how to maintain cleanliness in the environment. |
| Step 5: Note-taking | 9 mins | Note Writing | Imitative | The teacher guides pupils to copy a short classroom note about the environment. | Pupils copy the note into their books. | Practicing writing and reinforcing the topic. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 2 mins | Questioning | Recall & Response | The teacher asks pupils simple questions based on the lesson. | Pupils raise their hands and answer questions. | Checking understanding of the topic. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 1 min | Summary | Reinforcement | The teacher summarizes the lesson and encourages pupils to keep their homes and school environments clean. | Pupils listen and agree. | Reinforcing the importance of keeping the environment clean. |
Classroom Note:
Meaning of Environment
The environment is everything around us like the air, land, plants, animals, and people.
Objects and Animals that Can Be Found in the Environment
We can find animals like dogs, cats, birds, and objects like chairs, trees, and toys in our environment.
Ways of Keeping the Environment Clean
We keep our environment clean by sweeping, picking up trash, using a bin, and not littering.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- What is the environment?
- Name two animals you can find in your environment.
- Name two things you can do to keep your environment clean.
- Point to an object you can find in your environment.
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan:
This lesson is an engaging and fun way to introduce pupils to their surroundings. Allow them to observe and interact with the materials to build a hands-on connection with the topic. Happy teaching!
