- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 6
- Age: 6 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Social Studies
- Previous Lesson: Effects Of Overdose
- Topic: How To Help People Suffering From Food And Drug Overdose
- Content: How To Help People Suffering From Food And Drug Overdose
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify five ways to help people suffering from food and drug overdose.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of helping others in need.
- Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate how to assist someone suffering from an overdose using role-play.
- Social Domain: Explain how working together can save lives in emergency situations.
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: wikiHow – How to Help Someone That Has Overdosed: 9 Steps
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures showing people helping overdose victims
- A role-play script
- Flashcards listing ways to help overdose victims
- A whiteboard and marker
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding how to help people suffering from food and drug overdose is important because it empowers pupils to recognize emergencies and act responsibly to save lives.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils are familiar with common food and drugs and understand that consuming too much of these can cause problems.
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 | Questioning | Asks pupils what happens if someone eats too much food or medicine. | Respond to teacher’s questions. | Pupils recall prior knowledge about overdose. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Interactive lecture | Demonstration | Explains the topic and demonstrates basic actions to help an overdose victim. | Listen attentively and observe. | Pupils understand five ways to help in overdose cases. |
| Step 3: Group Activity | 10 mins | Guided practice | Role-play | Organizes pupils into groups to role-play helping an overdose victim. | Act out scenarios in groups. | Pupils practice emergency response skills. |
| Step 4: Note Taking | 5 mins | Writing | Explanation | Dictates the note and writes on the board for pupils to copy. | Copy notes neatly into their books. | Pupils retain knowledge through note-taking. |
| Step 5: Evaluation | 5 mins | Oral questioning | Discussion | Asks questions to evaluate understanding. | Answer the teacher’s questions. | Pupils review and consolidate their learning. |
| Step 6: Conclusion | 3 mins | Recap | Reflection | Summarizes the lesson and emphasizes helping others. | Reflect on the lesson. | Pupils understand the importance of helping in emergencies. |
| Step 7: Assignment | 2 mins | Homework | Extension | Assigns homework on identifying safety tips at home. | Take note of the homework. | Pupils extend their learning to everyday safety practices. |
Lesson Content
How To Help People Suffering From Food And Drug Overdose
If someone eats too much food or medicine, they might need help quickly. Below are some ways to help:
- Stay Calm: Stay calm and reassure the person. This means speaking softly and helping them feel safe.
- Call for Help: Dial emergency numbers to call for an ambulance or a doctor.
- Keep Them Awake: If they are drowsy, help them stay awake by talking to them or gently shaking their shoulders.
- Turn Them to Their Side: If they feel like vomiting, turn them to their side to prevent choking.
- Do Not Give More Food or Medicine: Avoid giving anything else until a doctor arrives.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- What does it mean to have a food or drug overdose?
- List two ways to help someone who has taken too much food or medicine.
- Why should you turn someone to their side if they feel like vomiting?
- What is the first thing you should do if someone is unconscious after an overdose?
- How can you work with others to help in emergencies?
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Encourage active participation by using real-life examples during the role-play. Be patient with pupils as they may ask many questions about emergencies. Always emphasize safety and staying calm. Happy teaching!
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