Class: Primary 1
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 4
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Date:
Subject: Basic Science & Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology
Topic: Simple Machines – Hoe
Content: Uses of a Hoe
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to:
- Identify a hoe
- List 2 uses of a hoe
Instructional Materials:
- Hoe
- Chart/Pictures of hoe
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
Content Development: Uses of a Hoe
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Points/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 minutes | Discussion | – Greet the students and ask if they have seen a hoe before. – Show pictures or real-life examples of a hoe. – Explain that a hoe is a simple machine used for farming and gardening. – Emphasize that we will be learning about the uses of a hoe today. | – Listen attentively. – Look at the pictures or real-life examples of a hoe. |
| Step 2: Identifying a Hoe | 10 minutes | Question and Answer | – Ask the students to describe the physical features of a hoe. – Guide them to identify the long handle, flat blade, and curved shape of a hoe. – Explain that these features help in its uses. – Show a real hoe and let the students touch and feel it. – Ask individual students to identify the different parts of the hoe. | – Observe the physical features of a hoe. – Touch and feel a real hoe. – Identify the different parts of the hoe. |
| Step 3: Use #1 – Digging | 15 minutes | Discussion | – Explain that one of the main uses of a hoe is for digging. – Discuss how a hoe can be used to loosen and turn soil. – Explain that farmers and gardeners use a hoe to prepare the soil for planting seeds or seedlings. – Highlight the importance of using a hoe correctly and efficiently for digging tasks. | – Listen attentively. – Participate in the discussion. – Understand the uses of a hoe for digging. |
| Step 4: Use #2 – Weeding | 10 minutes | Discussion | – Explain that another use of a hoe is for weeding. – Discuss how a hoe can be used to remove unwanted plants or weeds from the soil. – Emphasize the importance of maintaining weed-free fields and gardens for better crop growth. – Share examples of different types of weeds commonly found in the local area. | – Listen attentively. – Participate in the discussion. – Understand the uses of a hoe for weeding. |
| Evaluation | 5 minutes | Question and Answer | – Ask the students to name the uses of a hoe. – Call on individual students to provide answers. – Provide feedback and correct any misconceptions. | – Respond to the teacher’s questions. – State the uses of a hoe. |
| Note Copying | 5 minutes | Writing | – Provide the students with a prepared note containing the key points from the lesson. – Instruct the students to copy the note into their notebooks. | – Copy the note into their notebooks. |
Note:
What is a Hoe?
A hoe is a simple machine used for farming and gardening. It has a long handle and a flat blade with a curved shape.
Uses of a Hoe
- A hoe is used for digging
- Hoes are also used for weeding.
- It is used for leveling soil
- We use hoes to cut through small roots
Evaluation Questions:
Ask the following questions to evaluate the lesson.
- What is a hoe?
- Name two uses of a hoe.
Teaching Aids:
- Hoe
- Chart/Pictures of hoe
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 resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.
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