Class: Primary 1
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 6
Age: 6 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
Topic: Uses Of Farm Animals e.g. goat, rabbit, poultry, etc.
Content: For Food

Specific Objectives:

Cognitive Domain: Pupils should be able to list at least three uses of farm animals for food.
Affective Domain: Pupils should show appreciation for farm animals and their contributions to our diet.
Psychomotor Domain: Pupils should be able to identify farm animals and their products through pictures and real-life examples.
Social Domain: Pupils should be able to discuss the importance of farm animals in a group setting.

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 (goat, rabbit, poultry, etc.)
Real-life products from farm animals (milk, eggs, etc.), if possible
Chart listing uses of farm animals

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the uses of farm animals, especially for food, is crucial for developing a comprehensive appreciation of agriculture and its significance in daily life. It fosters respect for farming practices and encourages healthy eating habits.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge of farm animals and the concept of farming.

Content Development: Uses Of Farm Animals

Content	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teacher’s Activity	Pupil’s Activity	Learning Point
Step 1: Introduction to Farm Animals	5 mins	Discussion	Interactive	Introduce farm animals using pictures.	Pupils name animals they know.	Recognizing various farm animals.
Step 2: Uses of Farm Animals for Food	10 mins	Lecture & Demonstration	Visual Aids	Explain and show products derived from animals.	Pupils identify and match animals to their products.	Understanding animals’ roles in food production.
Step 3: Group Discussion	10 mins	Group Work	Collaborative Learning	Guide pupils in discussing the importance of animals.	Pupils share their thoughts in groups.	Appreciating the value of farm animals.
Step 4: Note Taking	5 mins	Writing	Repetition	Write the uses of farm animals on the board.	Pupils copy the notes into their notebooks.	Memorizing the uses of farm animals.
Step 5: Evaluation	5 mins	Question & Answer	Feedback	Ask questions about the lesson.	Pupils answer questions.	Assessing understanding and recall.
Step 6: Conclusion	5 mins	Summarization	Interactive	Summarize the lesson’s key points.	Pupils listen and ask any final questions.	Consolidating the lesson’s information.

Classroom Note:

Uses of Farm Animals For Food

Milk Production: From animals like goats and cows.
Egg Production: Mainly from poultry such as chickens.
Meat: Animals like rabbits, goats, and chickens are raised for their meat.
Wool Production: From animals like sheep for making clothes.

Leather Production: Using the skin of animals like goats and cows.

Evaluation Questions:

Can you name three farm animals that we get food from?
What are two products we get from poultry?
Why are farm animals important?

Note to Teachers:

Customize this lesson plan according to the resources available to you and the specific needs of your pupils. For instance, if real-life animal products are not available, pictures or videos can be a great alternative. Encourage pupils to engage in the lesson by asking questions and sharing their experiences with farm animals.

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Lesson Note On Uses Of Farm Animals (Basic 1)