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!
