Class: Primary 3
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 2
Age: 8 years
Period:
Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Subject: Basic Science Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Science
Topic: Animals
Content: Features Of Animals

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

Cognitive Domain: Identify and explain at least three features of animals as living things.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the diversity of animals.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate the ability to classify animals based on their features.
Social Domain: Participate in group discussions about animals.

Reference Materials:

9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online Information
Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

Pictures of various animals
Whiteboard and markers
Chart or poster showing features of animals
Animal figurines or toys

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the features of animals is crucial for appreciating the diversity of living organisms and their role in the environment.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have a basic understanding of living things.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Features Of Animals

Content	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teacher’s Activity	Pupils’ Activity	Learning Point
Introduction	5 mins	Discussion	Question and Answer	Engage pupils with questions: “What are animals?” “Can you name some animals?”	Respond to questions and share their knowledge of animals.	Animals are living things with various features.
Features of Animals	10 mins	Explanation	Use a chart or poster to show and explain features of animals (e.g., fur, feathers, scales).	Observe and ask questions about the features.	Identify and discuss the features of animals.
Classification Activity	5 mins	Group Activity	Group Discussion	Divide pupils into groups. Give each group pictures of animals. Ask them to classify based on features.	Discuss and classify animals in groups.	Demonstrate the ability to classify animals based on features.
Social Activity	10 mins	Group Discussion	Think-Pair-Share	Encourage pupils to discuss in pairs and share their thoughts about the diversity of animals.	Discuss in pairs and share thoughts with the class.	Appreciate the diversity of animals in a social setting.
Note taking	3 mins	Writing	Provide a summary of key points about the features of animals.	Copy important information into their notebooks.	Understand and remember key features of animals.
Evaluation	5 mins	Question and Answer	Class Discussion	Ask questions related to features of animals. Encourage pupils to share their views.	Answer questions and participate in discussions.	Assess understanding and promote active participation.
Conclusion	2 mins	Recap	Recap and Reinforcement	Summarize the lesson, emphasizing the importance of understanding animals’ features.	Share one interesting fact they learned about animals.	Reinforce the importance of knowing features of animals.

Classroom Note:

Features Of Animals As Living Things

Respiration:
- Animals breathe to exchange gases, taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide.
Movement:
- Most animals have the ability to move, whether through walking, crawling, flying, or swimming.
Sensitivity:
- Animals can respond to stimuli from their environment, exhibiting sensitivity to changes or events.

Growth and Development:
- Animals undergo a life cycle involving growth from birth to adulthood, with various stages of development.
Reproduction:
- Animals can reproduce, producing offspring to ensure the continuation of their species.

Evaluation:

Name three features of animals.
How would you classify animals based on their features?

Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.

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Lesson Plan On Animals – Features Of Animals (Basic 3)

Features Of Animals As Living Things

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