Class: Primary 2

Term: 3rd Term

Week: 6

Age: 8 years

Duration: 40 minutes

Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies

Curriculum Theme: Home Economics

Previous Lesson: Persons To Accept Things From

Topic: Care Of Food

Content: Meaning Of Food And Food Presentation, Methods Of Preserving Food

Performance Objectives:

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

Cognitive Domain: Define food and explain what food preservation means.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of preserving food.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate at least one method of preserving food.
Social Domain: Work collaboratively in groups to discuss food preservation methods.

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 Food safety and storage – Better Health Channel
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Pictures and diagrams of different foods and preservation methods
Samples of preserved foods (e.g., dried fruits, canned vegetables)
Whiteboard and markers
Flashcards with key terms

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the care of food, including its preservation, is crucial for maintaining good health and reducing food waste. It helps pupils make informed choices about how to keep their food safe and nutritious.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils are familiar with various types of food and basic concepts of taking care of food from daily experiences at home and previous lessons.

Learning Area: Care Of Food

Instructional Procedures:

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 min	Discussion	Set induction	Ask pupils what they had for breakfast and discuss the types of food mentioned	Share their breakfast items and engage in discussion	Introduction to the concept of food
Step 2: Explanation	10 min	Lecture	Direct Instruction	Explain the meaning of food and food preservation	Listen attentively and take notes	Understanding the definitions of food and food preservation
Step 3: Listing Methods	10 min	Demonstration	Interactive Learning	Show pictures of preserved foods and explain various methods	Observe pictures and ask questions	Learning different methods of preserving food
Step 4: Group Activity	10 min	Group Work	Collaborative Learning	Organize pupils into groups to discuss and list preservation methods	Discuss in groups and present their findings	Collaborative learning and sharing knowledge
Step 5: Note Taking	5 min	Note-taking	Guided Practice	Guide pupils to copy notes on food and preservation methods	Copy notes from the board	Reinforcement of key points
Step 6: Evaluation	5 min	Q&A	Formative Assessment	Ask questions based on the lesson	Answer questions	Assessment of understanding
Step 7: Conclusion	2 min	Summary	Review and Wrap-up	Summarize key points and give a brief preview of the next lesson	Listen and ask any final questions	Consolidation of learning

Classroom Note:

Care Of Food

Food: Food is anything that we eat or drink to provide energy and nutrients for our bodies. It helps us grow, stay healthy, and have the energy to play and learn.

Food preservation means keeping food in a safe and edible state for a longer time. This means that we make sure the food doesn’t spoil quickly and remains good to eat.

Methods of Preserving Food:

Drying: Removing water from food to prevent bacteria from growing.
Canning: Storing food in airtight containers to keep it fresh.
Freezing: Keeping food at very low temperatures to stop bacteria from growing.
Salting: Using salt to draw out moisture from food and kill bacteria.
Pickling: Storing food in vinegar or brine to keep it from spoiling.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Define food.

Explain what food preservation means.
List three methods of preserving food.
Describe one method of food preservation they have seen or used at home.
Discuss why it is important to preserve food.

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!

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Lesson Plan On Care Of Food (Primary 2)