Class: Primary 4
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 3
Age: 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
Previous Lesson: Types Of Soil
Topic: Meaning Of Soil Fertility
Content: Meaning Of Soil Fertility

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain: Define soil fertility and list five features of a fertile soil.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of fertile soil in food production.
Psychomotor Domain: Identify features of fertile soil through observation and examples.
Social Domain: Discuss in groups how soil fertility affects the community’s farming practices.

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: Wikipedia – Soil fertility
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Samples of fertile and infertile soil
Flashcards showing soil features
A diagram of the soil profile
A short video or picture of healthy plants growing on fertile soil

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding soil fertility is essential for pupils to appreciate how the quality of soil affects agricultural productivity. This knowledge is vital in promoting sustainable farming practices and ensuring food security.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils already know about the types of soil and their uses from the previous lesson. They can describe basic soil properties like texture and color.

Instructional Procedures

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	Set Induction	Question and answer	Shows a plant growing on fertile soil and asks pupils why it grows well.	Answer questions based on prior knowledge.	Pupils understand fertile soil helps plants grow well.
Step 2: Definition	7 mins	Discussion	Guided explanation	Defines soil fertility and explains its importance in farming.	Listen and ask questions.	Pupils understand the concept of soil fertility.
Step 3: Features	8 mins	Interactive Lecture	Observation and listing	Lists and explains five features of fertile soil with examples.	Observe examples and take notes.	Pupils can list features of fertile soil.
Step 4: Group Work	8 mins	Collaborative Learning	Group discussion	Divides class into groups to discuss how soil fertility affects farming.	Discuss and present findings.	Pupils understand the relevance of soil fertility.
Step 5: Note Taking	7 mins	Note Writing	Individual activity	Guides pupils to copy the notes on soil fertility.	Copy the notes into their books.	Pupils retain information through writing.
Step 6: Evaluation	3 mins	Assessment	Questioning	Asks evaluative questions about soil fertility.	Answer questions individually.	Pupils consolidate their knowledge.
Step 7: Conclusion	2 mins	Summary	Recap key points	Summarizes the lesson and reinforces the importance of soil fertility.	Listen attentively.	Pupils have a clear understanding of the topic.

Lesson Content

Meaning Of Soil Fertility

Soil fertility refers to the ability of soil to provide all the necessary nutrients for healthy plant growth. Fertile soil is crucial for farming.

Features of a Fertile Soil:

Contains sufficient nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
Has good water retention capacity.
Has a balanced pH, neither too acidic nor too alkaline.
Is rich in organic matter like humus.
Supports healthy root growth due to good structure and aeration.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Define soil fertility.
List three features of a fertile soil.
Explain why fertile soil is important for farming.
Describe how fertile soil affects food production.

Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan

While teaching this topic, encourage pupils to relate soil fertility to real-life farming in their community. Use plenty of visuals and simple explanations to keep the lesson engaging. Happy teaching!

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Meaning Of Soil Fertility (Primary 4)