Class: Primary 4
Term: 1st Term
Week: 9
Age: 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Period:
Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
Topic: People Involved In Agricultural Activities
Content: Fishermen, crop farmers
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify fishermen as participants in agricultural activities.
- Identify crop farmers as participants in agricultural activities.
- Name three examples of agricultural activities.
Reference Materials:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Course Book
- Online Information
- Textbooks (List your relevant textbook here)
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures showing fishermen and crop farmers
- Drawing or images of fishing and farming tools
- Chalkboard/Whiteboard and markers/chalk
- Notebooks and pencils
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the people involved in agricultural activities is essential for appreciating the significance of agriculture in daily life and the economy.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have basic knowledge of agriculture and the roles of different people in it.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: People Involved In Farming Activities – Fishermen, crop farmers
Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Point/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | Explain the topic and its importance. Ask students if they know what agriculture is. | Participate in the discussion and share their thoughts. |
Identifying Fishermen | 10 mins | Visual Presentation | Show pictures of fishermen and discuss their role in agriculture. | Identify and describe fishermen’s activities. |
Identifying Crop Farmers | 10 mins | Visual Presentation | Show pictures of crop farmers and discuss their role in agriculture. | Identify and describe crop farmers’ activities. |
Examples of Agricultural Activities | 5 mins | Discussion | Discuss three examples of agricultural activities (e.g., planting crops, fishing, raising livestock). | Listen and note down the examples. |
Evaluation | 5 mins | Question and Answer | Ask questions about the lesson content and objectives. | Answer questions individually. |
Conclusion | 5 mins | Recap and Discussion | Summarize the lesson and its relevance to daily life. | Share what they’ve learned and discuss its importance. |
Note to Pupils:
Agricultural Activities
- Planting Crops: This involves how to prepare soil, plant seeds, and care for crops like vegetables, grains, and fruits.
- Raising Livestock: This involves understanding the care and management of animals like chickens, goats, cows, or pigs for meat, milk, and other products.
- Fishing: There are different fishing methods, types of fish, and the importance of fishing in providing food.
- Harvesting: Harvesting is the process of gathering mature crops, and students can be taught how to do this effectively.
- Agricultural Processing: This includes activities like turning harvested crops into food products, such as making flour from wheat, or milk into cheese.
Evaluation:
- What are some activities of fishermen in agriculture?
- What are some activities of crop farmers in agriculture?
- Can you name three examples of agricultural activities?
Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.