Class: Primary 2
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 2
Age: 6 years
Period:
Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Subject: Pre Vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Home Economics
Topic: Bathing
Content: When to wash the body, materials needed for bathing e.g., soap, water, sponge

Specific Objectives:

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

Cognitive Domain:

Identify and categorize appropriate times for bathing, such as after playtime or before bedtime.

Affective Domain:

Express the importance of personal hygiene in relation to bathing.

Psychomotor Domain:

Demonstrate the use of bathing materials, like soap, water, sponge, and towel, in a sequential order.

Social Domain:

Discuss and share experiences about bathing routines among peers, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness.

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 of bathing materials)
Real-life examples of bathing materials (soap, sponge, water)

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding when to wash the body and the materials needed for bathing is crucial for personal hygiene and overall health.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Students should have basic knowledge of personal hygiene practices.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Bathing

Content	Time	Teaching Method	Teacher’s Point/Activities	Pupils’ Activities
Introduction	5 mins	Question and Answer	Discuss when it is essential to wash the body. Ask pupils to share their thoughts.	Respond to questions and participate in the discussion.
Identification of Bathing Materials	10 mins	Group Activity	Show pictures of bathing materials. Group pupils and ask them to identify at least five items used in bathing.	Identify and discuss items in groups.
When to Wash the Body	10 mins	Discussion	Explain the importance of bathing and when it is necessary (e.g., after play, in the morning).	Discuss and share when they think it’s appropriate to wash the body.
Note taking	5 mins	Writing	Provide a list of the identified items in bathing. Encourage note-taking.	Write down the items in their notebooks.
Evaluation	5 mins	Question and Answer	Ask questions about the importance of bathing and name some items used.	Answer questions individually.
Conclusion	5 mins	Recap and Discussion	Summarize the lesson. Emphasize the significance of personal hygiene.	Share what they’ve learned and discuss personal hygiene.

Classroom Note:

When to Wash The Body:

Morning: Start your day with a bath to feel fresh and clean.
After Play: After running, playing sports, or getting sweaty, take a bath to wash away dirt and sweat.
Before Bed: It’s good to bathe before sleeping to feel relaxed and clean.

Materials Needed For Bathing:

Soap: Use soap to cleanse your body and remove dirt.
Water: The main ingredient for a bath. It helps wash away the soap and dirt.
Shampoo: Specifically for cleaning hair and keeping it healthy.
Sponge or Washcloth: Used to scrub and clean the skin.
Clothes: Clean clothes to put on after bathing.
Towel: To dry yourself after the bath.

Toothbrush and Toothpaste: For cleaning teeth, an essential part of personal hygiene.
Comb or Brush: For tidying hair after washing.

Bathing keeps us feeling fresh, healthy, and ready for the day ahead!

Evaluation:

Why is it important to wash our bodies?
Can you name five items we use in bathing?

Note to Teachers:

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

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Lesson Plan On Bathing – When To Wash The Body, Materials Needed For Bathing (Basic 2)