Reproduction In Plants (Primary 5)

• Class: Primary 5
• Term: 2nd Term
• Week: 6
• Age: 10 years
• Duration: 40 minutes
• Subject: Basic Science And Technology
• Curriculum Theme: Basic Science
• Previous Lesson: Functions Of The Bones And Joints
• Topic: Reproduction In Plants
• Content: Reproduction In Plants.

Performance Objectives:

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

• Cognitive domain: Identify the process of reproduction in plants and the roles of different parts of a flower.
• Affective domain: Appreciate the importance of plants in nature and the significance of their reproduction.
• Psychomotor domain: Demonstrate the different parts of a flower by labeling a diagram of a flower.
• Social domain: Work in groups to discuss and share their understanding of how plants reproduce.

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: NCERT – Reproduction in Plants
• Relevant Textbooks: “Science for Primary Schools” by A. E. Adeyemo

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Hibiscus flowers (for demonstration)
• Charts of plant reproduction
• A diagram of the flower with labeled parts

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding reproduction in plants helps pupils to appreciate nature’s processes and the importance of plants in the environment. It also introduces them to basic biological concepts such as pollination and fertilization that are essential in many areas of science.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils should already have basic knowledge of plant parts, such as roots, stems, and leaves, which they learned in earlier lessons.

Instructional Procedures:

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Lesson Content:

Reproduction in Plants

Plants reproduce to create new plants. The process involves several stages and parts of the flower that work together. Below are the five main parts of a flower involved in reproduction:

1. Petals: These are the colorful parts of the flower that attract pollinators like bees.
2. Stigma: The sticky top part of the pistil where pollen is collected.
3. Style: The tube that connects the stigma to the ovary.
4. Ovary: The part of the flower that contains the ovules, which become seeds when fertilized.
5. Anther: The part of the stamen that produces pollen, which contains the male gametes.

The process of reproduction begins with pollination, where pollen from the anther is transferred to the stigma. This leads to fertilization, where the male gamete from the pollen joins the female gamete in the ovary. After fertilization, seeds are formed, which can grow into new plants.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. Name the five parts of a flower involved in reproduction.
2. Explain what happens during pollination.
3. Describe the process of fertilization in plants.
4. Discuss why plants need to reproduce.
5. Draw and label the parts of a flower.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan:

When conducting this lesson, ensure that the pupils understand each part of the flower and its role in reproduction. Encourage them to ask questions and work together during group discussions. You can also bring in different types of flowers to make the lesson more engaging. Make sure to reinforce the importance of pollination and fertilization in the life cycle of plants. Happy teaching!