New Note On Composition Of A Balance Diet (Basic 3)

Class: Primary 3
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 2
Age: 8 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
Previous Lesson: Balance Diet
Topic: Composition of a Balance Diet
Content: Examples of foods that make up a balanced diet.

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

• Cognitive domain: List examples of foods from each food group that contribute to a balanced diet.
• Affective domain: Appreciate the importance of including a variety of foods in their daily meals.
• Psychomotor domain: Identify food groups in provided meal pictures.
• Social domain: Discuss in groups why a balanced diet is important for health.

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 Weljii – Essential Components of A Balanced Diet

Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Chart showing the food pyramid
• Pictures of different foods
• Flashcards of food items

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the composition of a balance diet is crucial for maintaining good health and proper growth. This lesson will help students recognize different types of foods and their nutritional value, fostering good eating habits from a young age.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge of different types of food and their primary sources from the previous lesson on a balanced diet.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Learning Area: Composition of a Balance Diet

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Classroom Note:

Composition of a Balance Diet

Examples of foods that make up a balance diet includes:

1. Fruits: Such as apples, bananas, and oranges.
2. Vegetables: Including carrots, broccoli, and spinach.
3. Proteins: Like chicken, fish, and beans.
4. Grains: Such as rice, bread, and pasta.
5. Dairy: Including milk, cheese, and yogurt.

Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. Name one food item from each of the five groups mentioned.
2. Explain why we need to eat vegetables.
3. Identify the food group for a given food item, e.g., cheese.
4. Discuss with a friend why it is important to eat a balanced diet.

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!