• Class: Primary 4
  • Term: 2nd Term
  • Week: 10
  • Age: 9 years
  • Period:
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Date:
  • Subject: Basic Science Technology
  • Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education
  • Topic: Personal Hygiene
  • Content: Care Of The Ear

Specific Objectives:

  • Cognitive Domain: Identify methods of caring for the ear.
  • Affective Domain: Show appreciation for the importance of ear care.
  • Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate basic ear cleaning techniques.
  • Social Domain: Participate in group discussions on ear care practices.

Reference Materials:

  • 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
  • Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
  • NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
  • Online Information
  • Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

  • Charts depicting ear anatomy and ear care
  • Video demonstration of ear care
  • Ear model for practical demonstration

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding ear care is essential for maintaining good hearing and preventing infections. This knowledge is vital for pupils’ overall health and well-being.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge: Basic understanding of body hygiene practices.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Personal Hygiene – Care Of The Ear

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeacher’s ActivityPupil’s ActivityLearning Point
Introduction5 minLectureQuestioningIntroduce the topicListen and respondUnderstanding ear care
Ear Anatomy5 minDemonstrationGuided DiscoveryShow ear model/chartObserve and identify partsIdentifying ear parts
Ear Care Methods10 minInteractiveExplanationExplain how to care for earsListen and ask questionsLearning ear care
Importance of Ear Care5 minDiscussionBrainstormingFacilitate discussionShare ideas on importanceValuing ear hygiene
Practical Demonstration10 minDemonstrationRole-playingDemonstrate ear cleaningPractice under supervisionEar cleaning skills
Note Taking 5 minWriting Guided writing Write notes in booksInstruct on note-takingKey points on ear care.
Evaluation3 minQ&AAssessmentAsk questionsAnswer questionsAssessing understanding
Conclusion2 minSummaryRecapitulationSummarize key pointsListen and take notesReinforcing knowledge

Classroom Note:

Care of the Ear

How to Care for the Ear:

  1. Gently clean the outer ear with a damp cloth.
  2. Avoid inserting objects into the ear canal.
  3. Dry ears properly after bathing or swimming.
  4. Consult a doctor for any ear discomfort.

Importance of Caring for the Ear:

  1. Prevents ear infections.
  2. Protects against hearing loss.
  3. Ensures ear cleanliness.
  4. Avoids wax build-up.
  5. Maintains overall ear health.

Evaluation Questions:

  1. List two ways to care for your ears.
  2. Why is it important to keep our ears clean?

Note to Teachers:

Adjust the content, teaching methods, and activities to suit the needs of your class. Ensure that the practical demonstration is safe and that all pupils understand the importance of not inserting objects into their ears. Use real-life examples and encourage pupils to share their experiences related to ear care.