- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 10
- Age: 6 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Social Studies
- Previous Lesson: Meaning Of Food Safety
- Topic: Guide To Food Safety
- Content: Ways of making sure that food is safe.
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify at least three ways of ensuring food safety.
- Affective Domain: Explain why it is important to keep food safe.
- Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate one method of ensuring food safety, like washing hands before eating.
- Social Domain: Work together to list food safety tips during group discussions.
Reference Materials
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9–Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from: Food Standards Agency – Student guide to food safety and hygiene
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Picture charts showing food safety practices.
- Handwashing materials (soap and bowl of water).
- Flashcards with safety tips.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding food safety is essential for pupils to maintain good health. It helps them prevent illnesses caused by contaminated food and promotes hygiene habits from an early age.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils already understand the importance of food and have basic knowledge of hygiene, such as washing hands before eating.
Instructional Procedures
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Set Induction | Discussion | Asks pupils if they’ve seen food that made someone sick and why. | Share experiences and answer questions. | Pupils recall prior knowledge of hygiene. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Lecture | Visual Aid | Explains food safety and shows picture charts of safety practices. | Listen and observe charts. | Learn what food safety means. |
| Step 3: Demonstration | 10 mins | Demonstration | Role Play | Demonstrates washing hands before eating. | Follow teacher’s demonstration. | Understand and mimic food safety steps. |
| Step 4: Group Activity | 10 mins | Discussion | Group Work | Divides pupils into groups to list food safety tips. | Work in groups and share ideas. | Pupils collaborate to reinforce learning. |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 mins | Dictation | Writing Exercise | Guides pupils to copy key points into their notes. | Copy neatly into their notebooks. | Recall key points from the lesson. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 mins | Oral Assessment | Questioning | Asks pupils questions based on the topic. | Answer questions individually. | Pupils show understanding through responses. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Recap | Summary | Summarizes the key points of food safety. | Listen attentively. | Recap ensures learning is reinforced. |
Lesson Content
Guide To Food Safety
When we make sure our food is safe, we protect our bodies from germs and sickness. This means we should take care of our food before eating it or cooking it.
Some ways of ensuring food safety includes:
- Always wash your hands before eating or preparing food.
- Keep raw and cooked foods separate to avoid contamination.
- Store perishable foods in the refrigerator.
- Wash fruits and vegetables before eating them.
- Use clean utensils for cooking and eating.
- Cover food to keep flies and germs away.
- Avoid eating food that smells or looks spoiled.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- What does food safety mean?
- Name three ways to ensure food is safe.
- Why is it important to wash your hands before eating?
- How can you keep food safe from flies?
- Demonstrate how to wash your hands properly.
Note for teachers using this lesson plan
This lesson is designed to engage pupils actively and instill healthy practices early. Use visual aids and practical demonstrations to make the topic relatable. Encourage group discussions to foster teamwork. Happy teaching!
