• Class: Primary 2
  • Term: 2nd Term
  • Week: 3
  • Age: 6 years
  • Period:
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Date:
  • Subject: Pre Vocational Studies
  • Curriculum Theme: Home Economics
  • Topic: Bathing
  • Content: Steps In Taking A Bath

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

  • Identify the steps in taking a bath.

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:

  • Visual aids (pictures or illustrations)
  • Towel
  • Soap
  • Water container (for demonstration)

Rationale for the Lesson:


Understanding the steps in taking a bath is crucial for personal hygiene, health, and daily life routines.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:


Students should have basic awareness of personal hygiene practices.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Steps In Taking A Bath

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Point/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Introduction5 minsQuestion and AnswerEngage pupils with questions about bathing. Discuss the importance of personal hygiene.Respond to questions and participate in the discussion.
Washing Hands5 minsDemonstrationDemonstrate how to wash hands properly before taking a bath. Emphasize the importance.Mimic the handwashing steps.
Undressing5 minsDiscussionDiscuss the proper way to undress before taking a bath. Explain the importance of being careful.Share thoughts and demonstrate undressing.
Bathing Proper10 minsExplanationExplain each step involved in bathing, including using soap, rinsing, and scrubbing.Verbally follow the steps and understand the process.
Drying Off5 minsDemonstrationShow how to dry off after a bath. Discuss the importance of drying properly.Practice drying hands with a towel.
Note taking2 minsWriting Provide brief notes summarizing the key points of the lesson.Copy the notes into their notebooks.
Evaluation3 minsQuestion and AnswerAsk questions about the steps in taking a bath to assess comprehension.Answer questions individually.
Conclusion5 minsRecap and DiscussionSummarize the lesson and discuss the importance of personal hygiene.Share what they’ve learned.

Note to Pupils:

Steps In Taking A Bath

  1. Wash Hands:
    • Begin by washing your hands with soap and water to ensure cleanliness before entering the bath.
  2. Undress Carefully:
    • Remove your clothes carefully, placing them in a designated spot.
  3. Bathing Proper:
    • Wet your body with water.
    • Apply soap or body wash to a sponge or directly on your body.
    • Scrub your body gently to clean all areas.
    • Pay attention to important areas like armpits, feet, and behind the ears.
    • Rinse off the soap thoroughly with water.
  4. Hair Care (if needed):
    • If washing hair, wet it thoroughly.
    • Apply shampoo and lather.
    • Rinse the shampoo out with water.
  5. Rinse Off:
    • Ensure all soap and shampoo are completely rinsed off your body.
  6. Drying Off:
    • Use a clean towel to dry your body thoroughly, paying attention to areas between fingers and toes.

Evaluation:

  1. What are the steps in taking a bath?
  2. Why is it important to wash your hands before bathing?

Note to Teachers:


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