Term: 1st Term
Week: 1
Class: Basic 2
Age: 8 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Date:
Subject: Basic Technology
Topic: Clay
Content: Description of Clay Soil
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to;
– Define Clay Soil
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures of clay soil
- Clay soil sample
- Whiteboard and markers
- Chart paper
- Clay modeling activity materials (clay, water, plastic sheets)
- Timer
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
Content Development: Clay Soil
| Step | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Points/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 min | Introduction | Introduce the topic of clay soil. Explain that soil comes in different types. Mention that today, they will learn about clay soil. | Listen attentively. |
| 2 | 10 min | Discussion | Show pictures of clay soil. Explain that clay soil is sticky and molds easily. Discuss how it feels when touched. | Look at pictures and ask questions. Discuss the feel of clay soil. |
| 3 | 10 min | Demonstration | Show a sample of clay soil. Show how it can be molded into shapes. Discuss its properties like stickiness and smoothness. | Observe the clay sample. Try molding it into shapes. |
| 4 | 10 min | Activity | Guide pupils in a clay modeling activity. Provide clay and water. Instruct them to make shapes. | Mold clay into different shapes using water. |
| 5 | 5 min | Recap | Review the characteristics of clay soil. Discuss its uses, like making pots and bricks. | Recall the properties and uses of clay soil. |
| 6 | 5 mins | Note Copying | Provide the important Note of the lesson | copy the note into their notebooks |
Note:
What is clay soil?
Clay soil is a type of soil that feels sticky and can be easily molded into shapes. It is used to make pots and bricks.
Evaluation:
Ask the following questions to evaluate the lesson
- What is clay soil?
- How does clay soil feel when touched?
- What are some uses of clay soil?
Teaching Aids:
- Pictures of clay soil
- Clay soil sample
- Whiteboard and markers
- Chart paper
- Clay modeling activity materials (clay, water, plastic sheets)
- Timer
NOTE TO TEACHERS:
Please note that the actual content of the lesson, teaching methods, and pupil activities may vary based on your specific teaching style, curriculum, or resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.
