• Class: Primary 2
  • Term: 2nd Term
  • Week: 5
  • Age: 6 years
  • Period:
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Date:
  • Subject: Pre Vocational Studies
  • Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
  • Topic: Ornamental Crops
  • Content: Examples Of Ornamental Crops

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

  • Cognitive Domain:
  • Identify and name at least four examples of ornamental crops.
  • Affective Domain:
  • Appreciate the beauty and importance of ornamental crops in the environment.
  • Psychomotor Domain:
  • Demonstrate the ability to observe and differentiate ornamental crops.
  • Social Domain:
  • Collaborate with classmates in identifying ornamental crops during the activity.

Reference Materials:

  • 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
  • Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
  • NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
  • Online Information
  • Textbooks (List your relevant textbook here)

Instructional Materials:

  • Pictures of various ornamental crops
  • Samples of ornamental plants (if available)
  • Marker board and markers

Rationale for the Lesson:


Understanding ornamental crops is crucial as they contribute to the aesthetic beauty of our environment, promoting a sense of appreciation for nature.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:


Students should have a basic understanding of different types of plants and their roles.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Examples Of Ornamental Crops

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeacher’s ActivityPupils’ ActivityLearning Point
Introduction5 minsDiscussionQuestion and AnswerDiscuss the importance of plants and ask if students know any plants that make our surroundings beautiful.Share their thoughts and ideas on beautiful plants.Understanding the importance of plants in our environment.
Examples of Ornamental Crops 10 minsIdentificationDirect TeachingShow pictures and samples of ornamental crops. Ask students to identify and name them.Identify and name ornamental crops.Cognitive development through plant recognition.
Social Activity 10 minsGroup ActivityGroup CollaborationDivide students into groups. Provide pictures of ornamental crops. Ask them to discuss and identify the plants together.Collaboratively identify and discuss ornamental crops in groups.Social interaction and collaboration skills.
Teaching Strategy 5 minsDemonstrationObservationDemonstrate how to observe the characteristics of ornamental crops. Emphasize key features to look for.Observe and discuss the characteristics of ornamental crops.Psychomotor skills through observation and discussion.
Note Taking 2 minsExplanationWriting Provide a summary of key ornamental crops. Encourage students to write down at least four examples in their notebooks.Write down examples of ornamental crops.Reinforcement of cognitive learning through repetition.
Evaluation 5 minsQuestion and AnswerDiscussionAsk questions about ornamental crops to assess understanding. Encourage students to share their observations.Answer questions and discuss observations.Evaluation of cognitive and social understanding.
Conclusion 3 minsRecapRecapitulationSummarize the lesson. Highlight the importance of ornamental crops and encourage students to appreciate the beauty of plants.Share what they’ve learned and express appreciation for ornamental crops.Reinforcement of cognitive and affective learning.

Classroom Note:

Examples of ornamental Crops

  1. Roses
  2. Marigolds
  3. Sunflowers
  4. Daisies
  5. Tulips
  6. Lavender
  7. Petunias

Evaluation:

  1. Name one importance of ornamental crops.
  2. Can you identify and name at least two ornamental crops?
  3. How did working in groups help you in identifying ornamental crops?

Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.