Class: Primary 4
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 2
Age: 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Basic Science And Technology
Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education
Previous Lesson: Meaning Of Medical Vigilance (Primary 4)
Topic: Components Of A First Aid Box
Content/Learning Area: Components of first box (food, water, medication, support objects), Contents of first aid box.
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Explain the meaning and purpose of a first aid box.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of being prepared for emergencies.
- Psychomotor Domain: Identify and name items found in a first aid box.
- Social Domain: Demonstrate responsibility in using first aid materials properly.
Reference Materials
The following resources was 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: First Aid by Levande – First Aid Box Items and their Uses
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Sample first aid box with real or model contents
- Chart showing different components of a first aid box
- Flashcards with pictures and names of first aid items
- Whiteboard and marker
- Audio-visual resources on emergency situations
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding the components of a first aid box helps pupils to be prepared and able to respond to emergencies quickly and safely.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have previously learned about safety rules and must have seen some first aid materials at home, school, or during school health visits.
Lesson Content
Components Of A First Aid Box
A first aid box is a container that holds materials used to give quick help when someone is injured or falls sick before taking them to the hospital. It is important to always have a first aid box at home, school, or in vehicles.
Basic Items in a First Aid Box
A good first aid box contains many useful items that help treat small injuries or illnesses. These items include:
- Bandages and plasters for covering wounds
- Antiseptic for cleaning cuts or bruises
- Cotton wool and gauze for cleaning and covering wounds
- Scissors for cutting bandages
- Tweezers for removing small objects like splinters
- Gloves to protect hands when giving first aid
- Thermometer for checking body temperature
Food and Water in Emergency Kits
Sometimes, a first aid box can also have emergency food and water. These are useful when people are stuck in a place for a long time and need to stay strong and hydrated.
- Packaged food that doesn’t spoil easily like energy bars
- Bottled water for drinking and cleaning small wounds
Medications in a First Aid Box
Some first aid boxes may have medicines to help relieve pain or stop sickness. These can include:
- Pain relievers like paracetamol
- Fever medicine
- Cough syrup
- Anti-allergy drugs
Support Objects
Support objects help in case of injury to bones or joints. These include:
- Arm sling
- Elastic bandages
- Ice pack or cold pack
- Splints
Importance of Each Component
Each item in the first aid box plays a special role in helping someone before they see a doctor. For example, antiseptic helps prevent infections, and bandages protect wounds.
Teaching Methods
Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Explanation, Group Work, Visual Aids
Instructional Procedures
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Skills | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Set Induction | Tells a short story about a child who fell and needed help from a first aid box. | Listen and show interest in the story | Pupils get curious about first aid and safety |
| Step 2: Meaning and Purpose | 5 mins | Explanation | Explains what a first aid box is and why it is needed. | Listen attentively and ask questions | Understand the use of a first aid box |
| Step 3: Basic Components of a First Aid Box | 8 mins | Demonstration | Shows a sample first aid box and explains the use of each item inside it. | Observe items and name them aloud | Identify and name the items correctly |
| Step 4: Food, Water, and Medication | 7 mins | Visual Aids | Displays posters and explains which types of food, water, and drugs may be included. | Observe, ask questions, and relate to what they’ve seen at home | Recognize food, water, and medicines in the kit |
| Step 5: Support Objects | 5 mins | Group Work | Displays images of slings and bandages; allows pupils to touch samples. | Handle and describe the use of each item | Understand what support objects are used for |
| Note Taking | 3 mins | Writing | Guides pupils to copy key notes into their exercise books. | Copy notes neatly in their books | Pupils retain key points of the lesson |
| Evaluation | 4 mins | Questioning | Asks questions based on the lesson content. | Answer questions verbally or practically | Assess pupil understanding of first aid box |
| Closure | 3 mins | Cognitive, Social | Reviews main points, encourages care and readiness, praises participation. | Reflect and express what they learned | Reinforce the importance of being prepared |
Lesson Keywords
- First Aid: Quick help given to someone who is hurt
- Bandage: A cloth used to cover wounds
- Antiseptic: A liquid used to kill germs on wounds
- Splint: A tool to keep a broken bone in one position
- Sling: A cloth used to support an injured arm
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define what a first aid box is.
- Mention five things found in a first aid box.
- Say one reason why food and water may be added to a first aid kit.
- Identify any two support items in a first aid box.
- List two medicines that may be found in a first aid box.
Differentiation
Teacher will support slow learners with visual aids and real objects, while advanced learners may demonstrate how some first aid items are used.
Note for teachers using this lesson plan
Ensure pupils handle the first aid materials carefully. Encourage safety habits and allow pupils to share their experiences if they have seen or used a first aid kit.