Class: Primary 2

Term: 2nd Term

Week: 10

Age: 6 years

Period:

Duration: 40 minutes

Date:

Subject: Basic Science And Technology

Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology

Topic: Energy

Content: Uses of Energy

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

  1. Mention two uses of energy.

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 or illustrations of different energy sources
  • Flashcards with examples of energy use
  • Chart paper and markers

Rationale for the Lesson:


Understanding the uses of energy is crucial as it impacts various aspects of daily life, from powering appliances to transportation.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:


Students should have basic knowledge of their surroundings and common objects.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Uses of Energy

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Point/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Introduction 5 minsIntroduce the lesson Discuss what energy is and where we find it.Respond to questions and share ideas.
Types of Energy 5 minsDiscussionIntroduce different types of energy (e.g., electricity, heat).Engage in a discussion about energy types.
Uses of Energy 10 minsDemonstrationShow pictures/flashcards of common uses of energy (e.g., lighting, cooking).Identify and discuss uses of energy.
Examples 10 minsExplanationExplain two specific examples of energy use (e.g., turning on a light, using a stove).Repeat and discuss the examples.
Note taking 3 minsWriting Provide brief notes on the identified uses of energy.Copy the notes into their notebooks.
Evaluation 5 minsQuestion and AnswerAsk questions related to the uses of energy.Respond to questions individually.
Conclusion 2 minsRecap and DiscussionSummarize the lesson and its importance.Share what they’ve learned.

Note to Pupils:

Uses Of Energy

  1. Lighting: Turning on lights at home or in the classroom.
  2. Cooking: Using a stove or microwave to prepare food.
  3. Heating: Keeping warm using heaters or warm clothing.
  4. Playing: Using energy for active play and games.
  5. Charging: Charging electronic devices like tablets or toys.
  6. Moving: Using energy for transportation, like riding a bicycle.
  7. Listening: Using energy for listening to music on devices or radios.

Evaluation:

  1. Can you name two examples of how we use energy?
  2. Where do we find energy in our daily lives?

Note to Teachers:


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