Class: Primary 5
Term: 1st Term
Week: 6
Age: 10 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Pre Vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Home Economics
Previous Lesson: Family; Roles Of The Children In The Family, Meaning of Family Tree
Topic: Family
Content: Meaning Of Family Life Cycle

Performance Objectives:

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

Cognitive Domain: Explain the concept of the family life cycle and identify its stages.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of each stage in the family life cycle.
Psychomotor Domain: Illustrate the stages of the family life cycle using drawings or diagrams.
Social Domain: Discuss the impact of the family life cycle on family dynamics and responsibilities.

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 HealthLink BC – Family Life Cycle
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Chart paper
Markers
Family life cycle diagrams
Textbooks on family studies

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the family life cycle helps pupils recognize the different stages a family goes through over time. This knowledge is crucial for them to appreciate the changing roles and responsibilities within a family and how these stages affect family dynamics and relationships.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils should be familiar with basic family structures and roles within a family as discussed in previous lessons.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Learning Area: Family; Meaning Of Family Life Cycle

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

Content Development	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teacher’s Activity	Pupil’s Activity	Learning Point
Step 1: Introduction	5 mins	Discussion	Set Induction	Introduce the topic by asking pupils about different stages in a person’s life and relate it to family life.	Engage in a discussion about personal experiences of different family stages.	Pupils understand the concept of a family life cycle.
Step 2: Explanation	10 mins	Lecture	Interactive Teaching	Explain the meaning of the family life cycle, using diagrams to illustrate stages such as marriage, parenting, and aging.	Listen and take notes, ask questions for clarification.	Pupils can explain the stages of the family life cycle.
Step 3: Demonstration	5 mins	Demonstration	Visual Learning	Show a diagram of the family life cycle and explain each stage in detail.	Observe the demonstration and follow along with their own diagrams.	Pupils understand how to visualize the stages of the family life cycle.
Step 4: Note Taking	5 mins	Note Taking	Individual Work	Guide pupils in taking notes on the stages of the family life cycle.	Write down the key points about each stage.	Pupils can accurately record information about the family life cycle.
Step 5: Group Activity	10 mins	Group Work	Collaborative Learning	Divide pupils into groups to create a visual representation of the family life cycle.	Work together to draw and label the stages of the family life cycle.	Pupils can collaboratively illustrate and discuss the stages of the family life cycle.
Step 6: Review	3 mins	Review	Recap and Questioning	Summarize the key points of the lesson and address any remaining questions.	Listen and ask questions to clarify their understanding.	Pupils reinforce their understanding of the family life cycle.
Step 7: Evaluation and Conclusion	2 mins	Evaluation	Final Assessment	Ask a few questions to assess pupils’ comprehension of the family life cycle.	Respond to questions and participate in the conclusion discussion.	Pupils demonstrate their understanding and complete the lesson.

Lesson Content

Family; Meaning Of Family Life Cycle

Family Life Cycle helps us understand how families grow and change over time. The family life cycle includes several stages:

Marriage: When two people come together and form a family.
Parenting: When the family grows with children.
Middle Age: As children grow and eventually leave home.
Aging: When the family experiences retirement and reflects on past stages.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Define the family life cycle.
List the stages of the family life cycle.
Draw a simple diagram illustrating the family life cycle.
Explain how each stage affects family dynamics.

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Family; Meaning Of Family Life Cycle (Primary 5)