• Class: Primary 3
  • Term: 3rd Term
  • Week: 5
  • Age: 9 years
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Subject: Basic Science and Technology
  • Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education
  • Topic: First Aid And First Aider
  • Content: Meaning of first aid and first aider, contents of a first aid box, conditions that require first aid, objectives of first aid

Performance Objectives:

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

  • Cognitive Domain: Define first aid and first aider; list the contents of a first aid box.
  • Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of first aid in daily life.
  • Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate how to use at least one item from the first aid box.
  • Social Domain: Discuss with peers the importance of knowing first aid.

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 Healthline – Introduction to First Aid
  • Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

  • A first aid box with contents
  • Charts showing the contents of a first aid box
  • Flashcards with images of conditions that require first aid
  • A whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding first aid and the role of a first aider is crucial as it equips pupils with the knowledge to respond effectively in emergency situations, potentially saving lives and reducing the severity of injuries.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils have learned about balanced diets and understand the importance of health and safety. They also have basic knowledge of simple injuries and illnesses.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Learning Area: First Aid And First Aider

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

Content DevelopmentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeacher’s ActivityPupils’ ActivityLearning Point
Step 1: Introduction 5 minsDiscussionQuestioningIntroduce the topic by asking pupils what they do when they get a small injuryShare their experiencesEngage pupils’ prior knowledge and set the context
Step 2: Define first aid and first aider5 minsDirect teachingExplanationExplain the meanings of first aid and first aiderListen and ask questionsUnderstand the basic concepts of first aid and first aider
Step 3: Contents of a first aid box10 minsDemonstrationVisual aidsShow and explain the contents of a first aid boxObserve and identify items in the first aid boxRecognize and name items in a first aid box
Step 4: Conditions that require first aid5 minsDiscussionUse of flashcardsShow flashcards of conditions needing first aid and explainDiscuss and identify conditions that need first aidIdentify common conditions requiring first aid
Step 5: Objectives of first aid5 minsExplanationLectureExplain the objectives of giving first aidListen and take notesUnderstand the objectives of first aid
Step 6: Note taking5 minsInteractiveWritingGuide pupils to copy down notesCopy notes into their notebooksReinforce learning through note-taking
Step 7: Evaluation and Conclusion5 minsQuestioningRecapAsk questions to review the lessonAnswer questions and participate in the recapAssess understanding and reinforce key points

Classroom Note:

First Aid And First Aider

First Aid: First aid is the immediate help given to someone who is injured or suddenly becomes ill before professional medical help arrives.

First Aider: A first aider is a person trained to give first aid.

Contents of a First Aid Box:

  1. Bandages
  2. Plasters
  3. Scissors
  4. Antiseptic wipes
  5. Cotton wool

Conditions that Require First Aid:

  1. Cuts and scrapes
  2. Burns
  3. Nosebleeds
  4. Sprains
  5. Insect bites

Objectives of First Aid:

  1. Preserve life
  2. Prevent the condition from worsening
  3. Promote recovery
  4. Provide comfort to the injured person
  5. Ensure professional medical help is obtained

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

  1. Define first aid.
  2. Define a first aider.
  3. List five contents of a first aid box.
  4. Mention five conditions that require first aid.
  5. State three objectives of first aid.

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!