- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 8
- Age: 6 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Social Studies
- Previous Lesson: Meaning And Types Of Food
- Topic: Sources Of Food
- Content: Sources of food in the locality: e.g., farms, markets, rivers, etc.
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain: Identify at least five sources of food in their locality.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of food sources in their daily lives.
Psychomotor Domain: Draw or point to pictures of common food sources.
Social Domain: Share examples of food sources with their classmates.
Reference Materials
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum, Abuja Educational Resource Centre.
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work.
- Online information from: Wikipedia – Local food
- Relevant Textbooks.
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures of farms, markets, rivers, and other food sources.
- Flashcards with names of food sources.
- A simple map of the locality.
- Drawing materials for pupils.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding the sources of food helps children appreciate how food reaches their tables, promotes healthy eating habits, and fosters respect for farmers and nature.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils already know examples of different foods and their types based on their previous lesson.
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 | Storytelling | Asks pupils where they think food comes from and tells a short story about farms. | Share their ideas about food sources. | Pupils understand that food comes from various sources. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Lecture and Visual Aids | Demonstration | Shows pictures of farms, markets, rivers, etc., and explains each source. | Look at the pictures and listen attentively. | Pupils can identify and name food sources. |
| Step 3: Practical Illustration | 8 mins | Hands-On Activity | Group Work | Provides flashcards and asks pupils to match food items with their sources. | Match food items with the correct sources. | Pupils can connect foods to their sources. |
| Step 4: Note-taking | 7 mins | Guided Writing | Individual Task | Guides pupils to copy a short note on food sources. | Write the note in their notebooks. | Pupils retain knowledge through writing. |
| Step 5: Evaluation | 5 mins | Questioning | Oral Response | Asks questions based on the lesson to assess understanding. | Answer questions orally. | Pupils reflect on and consolidate learning. |
| Step 6: Conclusion | 3 mins | Recap | Summary | Summarizes the key points and appreciates pupils’ participation. | Listen and share their favorite part of the lesson. | Pupils reinforce knowledge of food sources. |
| Step 7: Teaching Strategy | 2 mins | Active Engagement | Discussion | Engages pupils in a brief recap and relates the lesson to their daily lives. | Share examples of food sources at home. | Pupils link knowledge to real-life situations. |
Lesson Content
Sources Of Food
There are many places where we get food in our locality. These include:
- Farms: Food such as rice, yam, and maize is grown here.
- Rivers: Fish and other seafood are found here.
- Markets: People sell fruits, vegetables, and other food items.
- Gardens: Small vegetables and fruits are often grown here.
- Forest: Some people gather wild fruits and nuts from forests.
- Shops: Packaged and processed foods are bought here.
- Houses: Some families grow food like tomatoes and pepper at home.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Mention three sources of food in their locality.
- Identify one food that comes from the farm.
- Draw a river and show where fish come from.
- Share one food source they saw in the pictures.
- Explain why food is important to their family.
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Make the lesson as interactive as possible by encouraging pupils to share examples from their environment. Incorporate stories or songs to make learning fun. Happy teaching!
