- Class: Primary 3
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 10
- Age: 9 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Pre Vocational Studies
- Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
- Previous Lesson: Methods Of Food Preservation
- Topic: Importance Of Food Preservation
- Content: Importance Of Food Preservation
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: List the importance of food preservation.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the necessity of preserving food.
- Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate a simple method of food preservation.
- Social Domain: Discuss the importance of food preservation with peers.
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 EMBIBE – Food Preservation: Definition, Importance, and Methods
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Charts showing different methods of food preservation
- Samples of preserved foods (dried fruits, canned vegetables, etc.)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Flashcards
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the importance of food preservation is crucial as it helps in reducing food wastage, ensuring food security, and maintaining food quality. This knowledge is relevant in daily life as it encourages sustainable practices and promotes health.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are familiar with various methods of food preservation from the previous lesson.
Learning Area: Importance Of Food Preservation
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 mins | Discussion | Set Induction | Ask pupils to recall methods of food preservation. | Respond and recall different methods of preservation. | Activating prior knowledge. |
| Step 2: Importance Overview | 7 mins | Explanation | Direct Instruction | Explain why food preservation is important. | Listen and take notes. | Understanding the importance of food preservation. |
| Step 3: Detailed Points | 10 mins | Demonstration | Visual Aids | Show charts and preserved food samples. | Observe and ask questions. | Identifying different preserved foods and their benefits. |
| Step 4: Practical Activity | 8 mins | Hands-on | Cooperative Learning | Demonstrate a simple preservation method (e.g., drying). | Participate in the activity. | Practicing a method of food preservation. |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 mins | Writing | Guided Practice | Guide pupils to copy notes on the importance of preservation. | Write notes in their books. | Reinforcing key points through note-taking. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 mins | Q&A | Formative Assessment | Ask questions to assess understanding. | Answer questions. | Assessing comprehension and retention. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Recap | Summary | Summarize the lesson and highlight key points. | Listen and ask final questions if any. | Reinforcing learning through summary. |
Lesson Content:
Importance Of Food Preservation
Food preservation is crucial because it helps in reducing food wastage and ensures that we have a steady supply of food even when it is out of season. This means that preserved food can be stored for a long time without getting spoiled. Some important reasons for food preservation are:
- Prevents Spoilage: Preservation techniques like drying, canning, and freezing prevent food from spoiling quickly.
- Extends Shelf Life: Preserved foods can be stored for longer periods, making them available for future use.
- Maintains Nutritional Value: Proper preservation helps retain the nutritional value of food, making it healthy to consume.
- Ensures Food Availability: Preservation ensures that food is available throughout the year, even during off-seasons.
- Saves Money: By preserving food, we can buy in bulk and store it, which saves money in the long run.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- List three reasons why food preservation is important.
- Explain how food preservation prevents spoilage.
- Describe one method of food preservation and its benefits.
- Discuss with a classmate why preserving food is necessary.
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!
