Lesson Note on Water (Basic 1)

Class: Primary 1

Term: 1^st Term

Week: 5

Age: 6 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Subject: Basic Science and Technology 

Curriculum Theme: Basic Science

Topic: Water

Content: sources of water, Uses of water.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Define water.
2. State uses of water.
3. List the different sources of water.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:

1. Visual Aids:

• Pictures or posters depicting different sources of water (rivers, lakes, wells, rain)
• Images illustrating various uses of water (drinking, cooking, cleaning, bathing, watering plants)
• Diagrams showing the water cycle

2. Real-Life Objects:

• Bring in samples of water from different sources (e.g., bottled water, water from a tap, rainwater) for students to observe and compare.
• Show everyday objects that require water for their use (e.g., cup, cooking pot, sponge, watering can) to illustrate the uses of water.

3. Props:

• Water containers (e.g., cups, buckets) to demonstrate pouring and transferring water.
• Watering can and artificial plants to demonstrate watering plants.

4. Interactive Activities:

• Water experiment: Conduct a simple experiment where students observe the behavior of water when poured into different containers (e.g., a wide bowl, a narrow bottle).
• Role-playing: Have students act out scenarios where they use water for various purposes, such as drinking, cooking, or washing.

5. Multimedia Resources:

• Educational videos or animations that explain the water cycle, sources of water, and the importance of water in our lives.
• Online interactive games or quizzes related to water and its uses.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURE

Content Development: Sources of water & Uses of water

Note:

What is water?

Water is a transparent, odorless, and tasteless liquid.

Sources of water

1. Rivers
2. Lakes
3. Wells
4. Rain

Uses of water

1. Drinking
2. Cooking
3. Cleaning
4. Bathing
5. Watering plants

Evaluation:

Ask the following questions to evaluate the lesson.

1. What is water?
2. Name three sources of water.
3. Give two uses of water.

Teacher’s Aide:

1. Water Samples:

• Prepare small cups or containers with water from different sources (tap water, rainwater, bottled water) for students to observe and discuss.
• Label each container clearly to indicate the source of water.

2. Flashcards:

• Create flashcards with visuals and labels representing different sources of water (rivers, lakes, wells) and uses of water (drinking, cooking, cleaning, bathing, watering plants).
• Use the flashcards to reinforce vocabulary and facilitate discussions with students.

3. Handouts:

• Design worksheets or handouts that involve simple activities related to the lesson, such as matching pictures to their corresponding sources of water or completing sentences about different uses of water.
• Distribute the handouts to students during the lesson to engage them in independent or group work.

4. Charts or Posters:

• Create charts or posters displaying the water cycle, with labeled illustrations and concise explanations.
• Hang the charts or posters in the classroom to serve as visual references throughout the lesson and as a reminder for students.

5. Interactive Whiteboard or Projector:

• Utilize an interactive whiteboard or projector to display multimedia resources, such as videos, animations, or online games, related to water.
• Use the interactive features to engage students in activities or quizzes that reinforce their understanding of water sources and uses.

Note to Teachers:

Please note that the actual content of the lesson, teaching methods, and pupil activities may vary based on your specific teaching style, curriculum, or available resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your need