- Class: Primary 4
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 4
- Age: 9 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
- Curriculum Theme: Home Economics
- Previous Lesson: Guideline for Proper Care of Clothing
- Topic: How to Care for Personal Clothing
- Content: How to care for personal clothing e.g., shirts, blouses, trousers, footwear, caps, etc.
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify seven examples of personal clothing and state how to care for them.
- Affective Domain: Demonstrate responsibility in taking care of their clothing.
- Psychomotor Domain: Practice basic steps for cleaning and folding clothes.
- Social Domain: Share ideas on caring for clothing with peers during group activities.
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: wikiHow – 15 Ways to Take Care of Your Clothes
- Relevant Textbooks.
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Samples of personal clothing (e.g., a shirt, blouse, trousers, socks, cap).
- Cleaning materials such as water, detergent, soap, and a brush.
- Foldable table for demonstrating folding techniques.
- Visual aids such as flashcards and charts illustrating clothing care methods.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding how to care for personal clothing ensures pupils learn hygiene, save costs by prolonging the life of their clothes, and develop a sense of responsibility.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils already know the types of clothing they wear and their uses. They have observed their parents or guardians washing and caring for clothes at home.
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 | Brainstorming | Introduces the topic by asking pupils about their favorite clothes and how they care for them. | Share responses about their clothing care practices. | Pupils understand the importance of clothing care. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Expository | Demonstration | Explains the steps for caring for personal clothing and demonstrates cleaning a shirt. | Watch and listen attentively to the demonstration. | Pupils learn how to care for personal clothing. |
| Step 3: Group Activity | 10 mins | Collaborative | Group discussion | Divides pupils into groups and gives each group a clothing item to suggest care methods. | Discuss and present care methods for assigned items. | Pupils collaborate to learn various clothing care methods. |
| Step 4: Note-Taking | 5 mins | Guided instruction | Writing | Dictates and writes key points on the board for pupils to copy. | Copy the notes into their exercise books. | Pupils retain knowledge of clothing care methods. |
| Step 5: Evaluation | 5 mins | Interactive | Questioning | Asks questions to assess understanding of clothing care methods. | Answer questions individually and in groups. | Pupils demonstrate their understanding of the lesson. |
| Step 6: Conclusion | 5 mins | Recap | Summary | Summarizes the lesson and encourages pupils to care for their clothing at home. | Listen and ask follow-up questions. | Pupils reinforce their understanding of the topic. |
Lesson Content
How to Care for Personal Clothing
Personal clothing refers to garments and accessories we wear daily. Examples include:
- Shirts: Wash regularly with mild soap, dry in shade to avoid fading.
- Blouses: Hand wash with warm water and iron carefully.
- Trousers: Brush dirt off, wash inside out to prevent discoloration.
- Footwear: Clean with a soft brush or damp cloth and polish if leather.
- Caps: Wash gently and dry in proper shape.
- Socks: Wash after every use and dry in sunlight to kill germs.
- School Uniforms: Wash weekly, starch lightly, and iron neatly.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- List five examples of personal clothing.
- State two steps in caring for a shirt.
- How would you clean and care for your school uniform?
- Why is it important to care for your clothing?
- Suggest ways to keep footwear in good condition.
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Demonstrating each care step will help pupils better understand and remember the methods. Ensure every pupil participates in the group activity for a hands-on experience. Happy teaching!
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