Class: Primary 2
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 4
Age: 8 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Home Economics
Previous Lesson: Harmful Substances That Could Be Taken Into The Body
Topic: Effects Of Harmful Substances
Content: Effects Of Harmful Substances
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: List at least three effects of harmful substances on the body.
- Affective Domain: Express their feelings about the dangers of harmful substances.
- Psychomotor Domain: Illustrate the effects of harmful substances through drawings.
- Social Domain: Discuss with their peers the importance of avoiding harmful substances.
Reference Materials:
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from National Institutes of Health (NIH) – [Effect of harmful substances taken up into the body in decreasing doses]
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Charts showing the effects of harmful substances
- Pictures of harmful substances
- Whiteboard and markers
- Flashcards
- Drawing materials (paper, crayons, pencils)
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the effects of harmful substances is crucial for pupils to make informed decisions about their health. This knowledge helps them avoid dangerous substances and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils have previously learned about various harmful substances that can be taken into the body.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Effects of Harmful Substances
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 minutes | Discussion | Question and Answer | Greet pupils and ask questions about what they remember from the previous lesson. | Respond to the teacher’s questions. | Recall previous knowledge. |
| Step 2 | 10 minutes | Explanation | Use of Charts | Explain the effects of harmful substances using charts. | Listen and observe the charts. | Understand the effects visually. |
| Step 3 | 5 minutes | Discussion | Peer Interaction | Discuss each effect and ask pupils how they feel about it. | Share their feelings and thoughts. | Express feelings and develop empathy. |
| Step 4 | 7 minutes | Practical Activity | Drawing | Distribute drawing materials and ask pupils to draw one effect of harmful substances. | Draw the effects of harmful substances. | Enhance creativity and understanding. |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 minutes | Direct Instruction | Note Taking | Write and explain the key points on the board. | Copy the notes into their books. | Record and reinforce learning. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 5 minutes | Questioning | Oral Questions | Ask pupils questions based on the lesson content. | Answer the questions. | Assess understanding and recall. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 3 minutes | Summarization | Recap | Summarize the lesson and emphasize key points. | Listen to the summary. | Reinforce and consolidate learning. |
Classroom Note:
Effects Of Harmful Substances
When we take harmful substances into our bodies, they can cause many problems. Some of the effects of harmful substances includes:
- Damage to Organs: Harmful substances can damage important organs like the liver, kidneys, and heart.
- Addiction: Some harmful substances can make us feel like we need to take them all the time, which is called addiction.
- Poor Health: These substances can make us sick and weak, affecting our overall health.
- Behavioral Problems: Taking harmful substances can make us behave badly and affect our relationships with others.
- Death: In the worst cases, harmful substances can be so dangerous that they can lead to death.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Name three effects of harmful substances.
- Describe how harmful substances can affect their health.
- Draw a picture showing one effect of harmful substances.
- Discuss why it is important to avoid harmful substances with a friend.
Note for teachers using my lesson plan:
Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, timing, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils’ comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!
