Class: Primary 1

Term: 2nd Term

Week: 2

Age: 6 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Subject: Basic Science & Technology 

Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology

Topic: Simple Machines – Wheelbarrow

Content: Uses of a Wheelbarrow

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:

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

  1. Identify a wheelbarrow
  2. List 2 uses of a wheelbarrow

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:

  • Wheelbarrow
  • Chalkboard/Whiteboard
  • Chalk/Marker
  • Real-life examples (pictures or objects)

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Content Development: Uses of a Wheelbarrow

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Points/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Step 1: Introduction5 minutesDiscussion– Greet the pupils
– Display a picture or show a real wheelbarrow to the class
– Ask the pupils if they have seen a wheelbarrow before
– Respond to the greeting
– Observe and comment on the picture or the real wheelbarrow
– Share their experiences or thoughts about a wheelbarrow
Step 2: Definition and Identification10 minutesExplanation– Define what a wheelbarrow is
– Explain its basic components (wheel, handles, and tray)
– Show different types of wheelbarrows (if available)
– Discuss the uses of a wheelbarrow
– Listen attentively
– Observe the different types of wheelbarrows
– Ask questions for clarification
– Discuss the uses of a wheelbarrow
Step 3: Uses of a Wheelbarrow15 minutesDiscussion– Explain and demonstrate at least two uses of a wheelbarrow (e.g., carrying soil, transporting items)
– Show pictures or real-life examples of wheelbarrows being used in different scenarios
– Encourage pupils to share other uses they can think of
– Pay attention to the teacher’s explanation and demonstration
– Observe and discuss the pictures or real-life examples
– Share other uses of a wheelbarrow
Step 4: Evaluation10 minutesQuestioning– Ask pupils to mention two uses of a wheelbarrow
– Engage them in a brief discussion to explain their answers
– Respond to the questions by mentioning two uses of a wheelbarrow
– Explain their answers with reasons
Step 5: Note Copying5 minutesWriting– Write a summary of the lesson content on the board
– Guide pupils to copy the note into their notebooks
– Copy the notes into their notebooks

NOTE:

What is a wheelbarrow?

A wheelbarrow is a simple machine that has a wheel, two handles, and a tray.

Uses of a Wheelbarrow

  1. A wheelbarrow is used to transport soil from one place to another.
  2. A wheelbarrow is used for moving heavy objects such as rocks or bags of cement.
  3. Wheelbarrows are used in farms to transport harvested crops, animal feed or fertilizers across the farm.
  4. Wheelbarrows are also used in gardening to transport plants and flowers

EVALUATION:

Ask the following questions to evaluate the lesson:

  1. What is a wheelbarrow?
  2. What are two uses of a wheelbarrow?

TEACHING AIDS:

  • Wheelbarrow
  • Chalkboard/Whiteboard
  • Chalk/Marker
  • Pictures or real-life examples of wheelbarrows

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.