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:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupil’s Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5min | Lecture | Questioning | Teacher introduces the topic and reviews prior knowledge | Pupils respond to questions about previous lesson | Engagement and connecting ideas |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10min | Interactive lecture | Discussion & Demonstration | Explain the concept of a balanced diet using a food pyramid chart | Pupils listen and observe the chart | Understanding components of a balanced diet |
| Step 3: Group Activity | 10min | Group work | Collaborative Learning | Organize pupils into groups to match food items to their groups on posters | Group discussion and poster completion | Collaborating and categorizing knowledge |
| Step 4: Recap & Reinforcement | 5min | Review | Recapitulation | Recap the day’s lesson, emphasizing the key points | Pupils summarize what they learned in their own words | Reinforcement of learned concepts |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5min | Writing | Copywriting | Dictate notes for pupils to write in their books | Pupils write down the notes in their books | Documenting learning |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 5min | Oral Q&A | Assessment | Pose questions to assess understanding and recall | Pupils answer questions | Assessing comprehension |
| Conclusion | 0min | Closing | Summarizing | Summarize the lesson and give remarks on class performance | Listen and ask final questions | Closure and readiness for next lesson |
Classroom Note:
Composition of a Balance Diet
Examples of foods that make up a balance diet includes:
- Fruits: Such as apples, bananas, and oranges.
- Vegetables: Including carrots, broccoli, and spinach.
- Proteins: Like chicken, fish, and beans.
- Grains: Such as rice, bread, and pasta.
- Dairy: Including milk, cheese, and yogurt.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Name one food item from each of the five groups mentioned.
- Explain why we need to eat vegetables.
- Identify the food group for a given food item, e.g., cheese.
- 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!
