Class: Primary 1

Term: 1st Term

Week: 2

Age: 6 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Subject: Basic Science & Technology

Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology

Topic: Simple Machines in the school

Specific Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to:

Identify simple machines in the school

Instructional Materials:

Chart paper
Pictures of simple machines
Real-life examples of simple machines
Worksheet
Pencils

Instructional Procedures:

Content Development: Simple Machines in the School

Time	Content	Teaching Method	Teacher’s Points/Activities	Pupils’ Activities
5 minutes	Introduction	Discussion	Ask pupils if they know what simple machines are.	Pupils respond and share their ideas.
10 minutes	Definition of simple machines	Lecture	Explain that simple machines are tools that make work easier.	Listen attentively and take notes.
10 minutes	Examples of simple machines in the school	Visual Aid	Show pictures and real-life examples of simple machines in the school (e.g., lever, wheel and axle, pulley).	Observe and identify the simple machines shown.
10 minutes	Identifying simple machines in the school	Group Activity	Divide pupils into small groups. Take them on a tour around the school to identify simple machines.	Work in groups, identify and list simple machines found in the school.
5 minutes	Discussion and evaluation	Question and Answer	Discuss the findings as a whole class. Evaluate pupils’ understanding of simple machines.	Answer questions and participate in the class discussion.
5 minutes	Evaluation	Worksheet	Distribute worksheets to pupils to assess their knowledge on simple machines.	Complete the worksheet individually.
5 minutes	Note copying	Notebook	Allow pupils to copy the important note from the lesson onto their notebooks.	Copy the note into your notebook.

Note:

Simple machines are tools that make work easier.

Some simple Machines in the school:

Pulley: blinds, flag poles.
Lever: see saw, pry bar, toilet handle, crowbars, wheelbarrows, bottle openers, stapler, toilet handle and nail clippers
Wedge: scissors, screw, a knife, nail, needle, staple pins.
Wheel and axle: office chairs, electric fan, merry-go-round, steering wheels in cars and tap/faucet knobs.
Inclined Plane: Slide, Ladder

Evaluation Questions:

Ask the following questions to evaluate the lesson

What is a simple machine?
Give two examples of simple machines in the school.

Teaching Aids:

Chart paper

Pictures of simple machines
Real-life examples of simple machines
Worksheet
Pencils

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 and curriculum or resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.

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Lesson Note on Simple Machines in the school (Basic 1)