Class: Primary 2
Term: 1st Term
Week: 6
Age: 8 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Period:
Subject: Pre-vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
Topic: Examples of Some Local Vegetable Crops
Content: Tomatoes, Okra, Pepper, Lettuce, Cabbage, Water Leaf, Pumpkin Leafs
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define vegetable crops.
- List 3 examples of local vegetable crops.
Reference Materials:
- Scheme of Work
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Course Book
- All Relevant Material
- Online Information
- Textbooks (List your relevant textbook here)
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures of the mentioned vegetable crops
- Samples of the mentioned vegetable crops
- Whiteboard and markers
- Chart with pictures of vegetable crops
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding different types of vegetable crops is important as they are a significant part of our daily diet. It’s essential for pupils to know and appreciate the variety of vegetables they can grow or consume.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge of vegetables and their role in nutrition.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Examples of Some Local Vegetable Crops
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Points/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | – Greet pupils warmly. – Explain the importance of learning about different vegetables. | – Respond to greetings. – Listen attentively. |
| Definition of Vegetable Crops | 10 mins | Discussion | – Define vegetable crops as plants we grow to eat their leaves, stems, or fruits. | – Repeat the definition. |
| Examples of Vegetable Crops | 10 mins | Visual Presentation | – Show pictures and samples of tomatoes, okra, pepper, lettuce, cabbage, water leaf, and pumpkin leaves. | – Identify and name the vegetables. – Ask questions about the vegetables. |
| List 3 Examples | 5 mins | Question and Answer | – Ask pupils to list 3 examples of local vegetable crops. | – Participate in answering. |
| Evaluation | 5 mins | Question and Answer | – Pose questions related to the lesson (e.g., “What are vegetable crops?”). | – Answer questions individually. |
| Note to Pupils | 5 min | Writing | – “Remember to eat your vegetables to stay healthy!” | – Listen and acknowledge the note. |
Note:
Vegetable Crops
Vegetable crops are plants cultivated for their edible parts such as leaves, stems, roots, flowers, or fruits, and are grown for human consumption.
Examples of vegetable Crops
- Tomatoes
- Okra
- Pepper
- Lettuce
- Cabbage
- Spinach
- Carrots
These crops provide essential nutrients like vitamins and minerals and are a significant component of human diets worldwide.
Evaluation Questions:
- What are vegetable crops?
- List three examples of local vegetable crops.
Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources. Ensure to create an engaging and interactive learning experience for the pupils.
