- Class: Primary 5
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 12
- Age: 10 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Pre Vocational Studies
- Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
- Previous Lesson: How To Grow Crops
- Topic: How To Grow Crops
- Content: Storage And Marketing
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Explain the meaning of storage and marketing in agriculture.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of proper storage and marketing of crops in their community.
- Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate simple ways to store harvested crops.
- Social Domain: Work together in small groups to discuss the benefits of crop storage and marketing.
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 ResearchGate – (PDF) Post-Harvest Management and Storage
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures of different storage facilities
- Sample containers for storing crops (e.g., baskets, sacks)
- A whiteboard and markers
- Flashcards with key terms related to storage and marketing
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding how to store and market crops is essential for ensuring that food is available throughout the year and that farmers can sell their produce at good prices. This knowledge is critical for pupils as it connects them with real-life agricultural practices and helps them appreciate the value of food preservation and business skills.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils have learned how to grow crops in the previous lesson, and they have some understanding of what happens after crops are harvested.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: How To Grow Crops; Storage And Marketing
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 minutes | Discussion | Set Induction | Introduce the topic by asking pupils what they think happens after crops are harvested. | Respond to the teacher’s questions and share ideas. | Pupils activate prior knowledge. |
| Step 2: Explanation of Storage | 10 minutes | Explanation | Visual Aids | Explain the concept of storage, showing pictures of different storage facilities. | Look at the pictures and listen to the explanation. | Pupils understand the importance of storage. |
| Step 3: Explanation of Marketing | 10 minutes | Demonstration | Role-Playing | Demonstrate how crops are marketed, using flashcards to illustrate different steps. | Participate in the role-playing activity. | Pupils learn the steps involved in marketing crops. |
| Step 4: Note Taking | 5 minutes | Lecture | Direct Instruction | Guide pupils in copying important notes on storage and marketing. | Copy notes from the board. | Pupils record key points in their notes. |
| Step 5: Group Discussion | 5 minutes | Discussion | Collaborative Learning | Organize pupils into small groups to discuss the benefits of proper storage and marketing. | Discuss in groups and share ideas with classmates. | Pupils appreciate the benefits of the topic. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 minutes | Questioning | Interactive Questioning | Ask pupils questions to assess their understanding. | Answer the questions asked by the teacher. | Pupils demonstrate comprehension of the lesson. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 minutes | Summary | Recap | Summarize the key points and reinforce the importance of the lesson. | Listen to the summary and ask questions if any. | Pupils consolidate their understanding. |
Lesson Content
How To Grow Crops; Storage And Marketing
After crops are harvested, they need to be stored properly and marketed effectively. This means that the harvested crops should be kept in a safe place to prevent them from spoiling. Storage involves using different methods and facilities to keep crops fresh until they are ready to be sold or used. For example, grains can be stored in sacks or silos, while fruits and vegetables can be kept in cool places.
Marketing, on the other hand, is the process of selling the crops. This involves finding buyers, setting a good price, and delivering the crops to the market. Proper marketing ensures that farmers get good returns for their hard work, and it helps in getting food to where it is needed.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define the term “storage” in the context of agriculture.
- Mention two reasons why proper storage of crops is important.
- Describe what marketing involves in agriculture.
- List one benefit of proper marketing for farmers.
- Explain why it is necessary to store crops before marketing them.
