Modern Means Of Transportation For Primary 2

• Class: Primary 2

• Term: 3rd Term

• Week: 9

• Age: 7 years

• Duration: 40 minutes

• Subject: Basic Science Technology

• Curriculum Theme: Basic Science

• Topic: Modern Means Of Transportation

• Content: Land, Air, Water

Specific Objectives:

• Cognitive Domain: Pupils should be able to list two modern means of transportation for each category: land, air, and water.
• Affective Domain: Pupils should show appreciation for the role of modern transportation in connecting people globally.
• Psychomotor Domain: Pupils should be able to identify pictures of different modes of transportation.
• Social Domain: Pupils should be able to discuss how transportation affects their daily lives with peers.

Reference Materials:

• 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
• NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

• Pictures of various transportation modes (trains, planes, boats, buses, etc.)
• Videos demonstrating modern transportation
• Realia: toy models of cars, airplanes, ships
• World map

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding modern transportation is crucial as it connects the world, facilitates trade, and enhances personal mobility. This lesson will help pupils recognize various transportation modes and appreciate their importance in everyday life.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are expected to know basic transport types like bicycles, cars, and buses.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Modern Means Of Transportation

Classroom Note:

Modern means of transportation

1. Automobiles (Land): Cars and buses are common land vehicles powered by engines. They transport people across short and medium distances quickly.
2. Trains (Land): Trains run on tracks and can carry a large number of passengers or goods over long distances efficiently.
3. Airplanes (Air): Air transport is the fastest way to travel long distances. Airplanes fly at high altitudes and speeds.
4. Ships (Water): Ships are used for carrying passengers and goods across seas and oceans. They are vital for international trade.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Name two modern means of transportation that operate on land.
2. Why is air transportation important?
3. What is one benefit of using ships for transportation?

Note to Teachers:

Feel free to use additional resources such as local transportation examples or incorporate field trip experiences if applicable. Adapt the activities to fit the class size and the resources available.