- Class: Primary 3
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 8
- Age: 9 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Basic Science And Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education
- Previous Lesson: Environmental health
- Topic: Meaning of noise, air, water and chemical pollution.
- Content: Causes of pollution, Ways of preventing pollution.
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: Define noise, air, water, and chemical pollution and list their causes.
- Affective domain: Appreciate the importance of a clean environment.
- Psychomotor domain: Demonstrate ways to prevent different types of pollution.
- Social Domain: Discuss the effects of pollution on the community and suggest preventive measures.
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 Britannica – Pollution | Definition, History, Types, & Facts
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Charts showing types of pollution
- Pictures of polluted and clean environments
- Sample pollutants (e.g., plastic bags, cans)
- Audio clips of noise pollution
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding pollution and its types is essential for pupils to learn how to protect their environment and promote health. This knowledge empowers them to take responsibility for their surroundings and contribute to community well-being.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils should have basic knowledge of environmental health from the previous lesson.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Meaning of noise, air, water, and chemical pollution.
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 | Interactive discussion | Question and Answer | Introduce the topic by asking pupils what they know about pollution and noise. | Respond to questions and share their knowledge. | Activate prior knowledge and engage interest. |
| Step 2: Explain the meaning of noise and pollution | 10 mins | Direct instruction | Use of charts and pictures | Explain noise pollution and general pollution. Show charts. | Listen and observe charts. | Understand the basic definitions and concepts. |
| Step 3: Identify types of pollution | 10 mins | Interactive teaching | Group discussion | Discuss types of pollution: noise, air, water, and chemical. Show examples. | Participate in group discussion. | Identify different types of pollution. |
| Step 4: Causes of pollution | 5 mins | Direct instruction | Real-life examples | Explain causes of each type of pollution with examples. | Listen and ask questions. | Understand the causes of different pollutions. |
| Step 5: Ways of preventing pollution | 5 mins | Demonstrative teaching | Role-playing | Demonstrate ways to prevent pollution. | Participate in role-playing. | Learn practical methods of preventing pollution. |
| Step 6: Note taking | 3 mins | Writing exercise | Guided note-taking | Guide pupils to write notes. | Write down the key points. | Reinforce learning through note-taking. |
| Step 7: Evaluation and conclusion | 2 mins | Interactive discussion | Question and Answer | Ask review questions and summarize the lesson. | Answer questions and share what they learned. | Assess understanding and wrap up the lesson. |
Lesson Content:
Noise
Noise is any unwanted or unpleasant sound that disturbs us. It can come from vehicles, factories, or loud music.
Pollution
Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment. It can be of different types:
- Noise Pollution: Loud and disturbing sounds.
- Air Pollution: Harmful gases and particles in the air.
- Water Pollution: Contaminants in rivers, lakes, and oceans.
- Chemical Pollution: Harmful chemicals in the environment.
Causes of pollution
- Air Pollution: Emissions from vehicles, factories, burning of fossil fuels.
- Water Pollution: Waste from factories, oil spills, sewage.
- Noise Pollution: Traffic, industrial activities, loudspeakers.
- Chemical Pollution: Pesticides, industrial waste, household cleaners.
Ways of preventing pollution
- Air Pollution: Use public transport, plant trees, use clean energy.
- Water Pollution: Proper waste disposal, avoid dumping waste in water bodies, use eco-friendly products.
- Noise Pollution: Use earplugs, maintain vehicles, reduce volume of electronic devices.
- Chemical Pollution: Use natural pesticides, proper disposal of chemicals, minimize the use of harmful products.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define noise and pollution.
- List the different types of pollution.
- Mention two causes of air pollution.
- Describe one way to prevent water pollution.
- Explain why it is important to prevent pollution.
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!
