- Class: Primary 3
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 3
- Age: 8 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Basic Science & Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education
- Previous Lesson: Care of the Body
- Topic: Nutrition
- Content: Meaning of nutrition. Classes of food and their functions
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: Define nutrition and identify the different classes of food and their functions.
- Affective domain: Show interest in learning about healthy eating habits.
- Psychomotor domain: Draw and label the different classes of food.
- Social domain: Discuss with peers why different foods are important for our 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 Nutrition: MedlinePlus
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures of different foods
- Whiteboard and markers
- Flashcards showing different food classes
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding nutrition is crucial for promoting healthy growth and development. Knowledge about different food types and their benefits empowers pupils to make healthier food choices, which is essential for their overall wellbeing.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are aware of basic food items commonly consumed in their diets.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Nutrition
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 | 5 min | Discussion | Set Induction | Teacher greets pupils and introduces the topic of nutrition | Pupils listen and respond to questions about daily meals | Understanding what the lesson will cover |
| Step 2: Explaining Nutrition | 10 min | Lecture | Question and Answer | Teacher explains what nutrition means | Pupils listen and ask questions | Definition of nutrition |
| Step 3: Classes of Food | 10 min | Interactive Teaching | Use of Visual Aids | Teacher uses flashcards to show classes of food | Pupils identify and match pictures to their food classes | Knowledge of food classes and their functions |
| Step 4: Functions of Food | 10 min | Group Work | Cooperative Learning | Teacher explains the functions of different food classes | Pupils discuss in groups and present findings | Understanding why we need various types of food |
| Step 5: Recap and Conclusion | 5 min | Recap | Summary | Teacher recaps the lesson and highlights key points | Pupils summarize what they’ve learned in their own words | Reinforcement of the lesson content |
Classroom Note:
Nutrition – Meaning Of Nutrition
Nutrition means providing our body with the essential foods and liquids it needs to grow and stay healthy. To achieve this, the body needs to take in certain nutrients in each meal.
Classes of Food and Their Functions:
Food items are classified by the nutrient they provide to the body, and there are 6 classes of food which include;
- Carbohydrates – Provide energy (energy giving food).
- Proteins – Help in growth and repair of body tissues (body building foods).
- Fats – Provide stored energy and essential fatty acids.
- Vitamins – Protect against diseases and help keep the body functioning properly.
- Minerals – Help your body perform certain activities and prevent some diseases.
- Water – Helps to regulate body temperature and maintain other bodily functions.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- What is nutrition?
- Can you name the six classes of food?
- Give one function for each class of food you named.
- Why is water important to our body?
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!
