Class: Primary 1

Term: 3rd Term

Week: 8

Age: 6 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Subject: Basic Science and Technology 

Curriculum Theme: Computer Studies

Topic: Radio

Specific Objectives:

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

  • Identify and list 2 uses of a Radio.

Instructional Materials:

  • Radio
  • Chart paper
  • Markers
  • Pictures of radios
  • Flashcards with pictures of radio-related items


INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Content Development: Radio

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Points/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Step 1: Introduction5 minutesDiscussionGreet the pupils and engage in a short conversation about radios
Show pictures of different radios
Ask the pupils if they have seen or used a radio before
Explain that today’s lesson is about radios
Listen attentivelyLook at the pictures of radiosRespond to the teacher’s questions
Step 2: Definition of a Radio10 minutesExplanationWrite the word “Radio” on the chart paper
Ask the pupils if they know what a radio is
Explain that a radio is an electronic device that receives sound signals and plays them through a speaker
Show an actual radio to the pupils and point out its different parts (antenna, tuning dial, volume control)
Observe and listenTry to answer the teacher’s questionLook at the actual radio and its parts
Step 3: Uses of a Radio15 minutesDiscussionAsk the pupils if they know any uses of a radio
Write their responses on the chart paper
Discuss and explain two common uses of a radio: listening to news and music
Show pictures of people using radios for these purposes
Share their ideas about radio usesObserve the teacher’s writing on the chart paperLook at the pictures of people using radios
Step 4: Evaluation10 minutesQuestioningAsk the pupils to name the uses of a radio
Encourage them to explain why radios are useful for those purposes
Respond to the teacher’s questionsProvide answers and explanations
Step 5: Note Copying5 minutesNote-takingWrite the important note on the board for pupils to copy into their notebooks.Copy the note into their notebooks

Note:

Radio:

A radio is an electronic device that receives sound signals and plays them through a speaker.

It is used for listening to news and music.

Evaluation:

Ask the following questions to evaluate the lesson:

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

Teaching Aids:

  • Radio
  • Chart paper
  • Markers
  • Pictures of radios
  • Flashcards with pictures of radio-related items

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.