Class: Primary 6
Term: 1st Term
Week: 1
Age: 11 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
Previous Lesson: Meaning Of Farm Produce Preservation
Topic: Meaning Of Farm Produce Preservation
Content: Meaning Of Farm Produce Preservation

Performance Objectives:

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

Cognitive Domain: Define the meaning of farm produce preservation and identify five farm produce and the suitable types of preservation for each.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of preserving farm produce to reduce waste and support sustainable agriculture.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate a simple method of preserving farm produce through drying or refrigeration.
Social Domain: Share responsibilities in a group task to classify different preservation methods for selected farm produce.

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 thrive.org.uk – Preserving and storing your produce
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Flashcards with farm produce names
Pictures showing different methods of preservation
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and grains for demonstration
A poster showing the benefits of preservation techniques

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding farm produce preservation is essential for preventing food wastage, maintaining food quality, and ensuring availability all year round. This lesson helps pupils learn various preservation methods, which are critical for food sustainability, health, and economic well-being in society.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils have learned about different farm produce and their importance in nutrition and commerce. Based on their experience at home, they have seen food items like grains, vegetables, and fruits preserved in various ways, such as drying or refrigerating.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Learning Area: Meaning of Farm Produce Preservation

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 (Set induction)	5 mins	Direct instruction	Questioning, Flashcards	Teacher introduces farm produce with flashcards, asking pupils what they know about food preservation.	Pupils respond and name farm produce they know.	Activate prior knowledge about farm produce.
Step 2: Definition of farm produce preservation	5 mins	Explanation	Visual aids	Teacher explains the meaning of preservation and its importance using a poster.	Pupils listen and take notes.	Pupils understand the meaning of preservation.
Step 3: Types of farm produce and preservation methods	10 mins	Demonstration	Visual aids, group work	Teacher displays fruits, vegetables, and grains, showing the suitable preservation methods (e.g., drying, refrigeration).	Pupils observe and engage in group discussion.	Identify farm produce and their preservation methods.
Step 4: Benefits of preserving farm produce	5 mins	Discussion	Peer teaching	Teacher leads a discussion on why it is important to preserve farm produce (economic, health, sustainability).	Pupils share their thoughts and learn from peers.	Understand the benefits of food preservation.
Step 5: Group activity	5 mins	Activity-based	Group task	Teacher organizes pupils into groups to classify farm produce and preservation techniques.	Pupils classify and share their group findings.	Collaboration and practical application.
Step 6: Note-taking	5 mins	Direct instruction	Writing	Teacher instructs pupils to write the main points in their notes.	Pupils write down the key points in their notebooks.	Summarize the lesson content.
Step 7: Conclusion and Evaluation	5 mins	Q&A	Oral review	Teacher concludes by asking pupils questions to assess their understanding of the lesson.	Pupils answer the evaluation questions orally.	Check comprehension and consolidate learning.

Lesson Content

Meaning Of Farm Produce Preservation

Farm produce preservation means applying methods to keep farm produce fresh and safe for future use. This means that preserved farm produce lasts longer and stays in good condition.

Below are different types of farm produce, and each has a suitable method of preservation:

Tomatoes – can be preserved by drying or refrigeration.
Maize – is best preserved through drying or storage in silos.
Carrots – can be preserved using refrigeration.
Cassava – can be processed into flour or dried to preserve it.
Fish – is commonly preserved by smoking or drying.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

What is the meaning of farm produce preservation?

Name five different farm produce and explain the suitable preservation methods for each.
Why is it important to preserve farm produce?
Describe how to preserve fish using the smoking method.
List the benefits of preserving farm produce.

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Meaning Of Farm Produce Preservation (Primary 6)