• Class: Primary 2
  • Term: 2nd Term
  • Week: 1
  • Age: 6 years
  • Period:
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Date:
  • Subject: Pre Vocational Studies
  • Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
  • Topic: Tuber Crops
  • Content: Meaning Of Tuber Crops

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

  1. Define Tuber Crops.

Reference Materials:

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

Instructional Materials:

  • Pictures of tuber crops (potatoes, yams, etc.)
  • Actual tuber crops (if available)
  • Drawing paper
  • Markers
  • Chart paper
  • Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson:


Understanding tuber crops is essential for learning about agricultural science. It helps in identifying common crops, which is crucial for daily life and agricultural practices.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:


Pupils should have basic knowledge of plants and agriculture suitable for their age.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Tuber Crops

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Point/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Introduction 5 minsQuestion and AnswerIntroduce the topic of tuber crops. Ask questions to assess prior knowledge.Answer questions and engage in discussion.
Defining Tuber Crops 10 minsExplanation and DemonstrationDefine tuber crops. Show pictures or actual tuber crops. Discuss characteristics.Observe and listen attentively.
Identifying Tuber Crops 10 minsGroup ActivityDivide pupils into groups. Provide pictures of tuber crops. Ask each group to identify and discuss them.Identify and discuss tuber crops in groups.
Note taking 5 minsWriting Provide a summary on the whiteboard or chart paper. Guide pupils to take notes.Copy the notes into their notebooks.
Evaluation 5 minsQuestion and AnswerAsk questions about the definition and identification of tuber crops.Answer questions individually.
Conclusion 5 minsRecap and DiscussionSummarize the lesson. Discuss the importance of tuber crops in daily life.Share thoughts on what they learned.

Note to Pupils:

Meaning Of Tuber Crops

Tuber crops are plants that store their food in a swollen underground part. Examples include potatoes and yams.

Evaluation:

  1. What is the meaning of tuber crops?
  2. Can you name two examples of tuber crops?
  3. Why is it important to know about tuber crops?

Note to Teachers:


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