- Class: Primary 6
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 4
- Age: 11 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
- Curriculum Theme: Home Economics
- Previous Lesson: Guidelines For Daily Cleaning Of The Home And Its Surroundings
- Topic: Guidelines For Weekly Cleaning Of The Home And Its Surroundings
- Content: Weekly cleaning e.g. it should be more thorough than daily cleaning.
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: List ways to thoroughly clean the home and its surroundings weekly.
- Affective Domain: Demonstrate an appreciation for maintaining cleanliness in their surroundings.
- Psychomotor Domain: Perform practical tasks involved in weekly cleaning, such as dusting and scrubbing.
- Social Domain: Collaborate with classmates in discussing effective cleaning strategies.
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 Real Simple – The Ultimate Cleaning Checklist
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Broom
- Mop and bucket
- Scrubbing brush
- Dusting cloth
- Picture charts of a clean home
Rationale for the Lesson:
It is important for pupils to understand the guidelines for weekly cleaning of the home to maintain a healthy and hygienic living environment. Regular and thorough cleaning helps prevent the buildup of dirt and germs, making the home safer and more pleasant to live in. This lesson teaches pupils how to ensure that their homes are not only clean but also organized and well-maintained.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are familiar with daily cleaning routines from their previous lesson, such as sweeping and dusting the home and surroundings.
Instructional Procedures:
Learning Area: Guidelines For Weekly Cleaning Of The Home And Its Surroundings
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 |
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Step 1: Introduction | 5 minutes | Discussion | Interactive Q&A | Introduce the importance of weekly cleaning and ask pupils about their current weekly cleaning routines. | Respond to the teacher’s questions, sharing their experiences. | Pupils understand that weekly cleaning is more thorough than daily cleaning. |
Step 2: Explanation of Weekly Cleaning | 7 minutes | Lecture | Explanation with visual aids | Explain that weekly cleaning involves cleaning areas that are not tackled daily, such as scrubbing floors and cleaning windows. | Listen attentively and observe visual aids. | Pupils learn the key areas and tools used for weekly cleaning. |
Step 3: Demonstrating Cleaning Techniques | 10 minutes | Demonstration | Practical | Demonstrate how to clean specific areas such as scrubbing bathroom tiles, dusting ceiling fans, and cleaning under furniture. | Watch and participate in the demonstrations. | Pupils observe practical cleaning methods for weekly routines. |
Step 4: Group Work | 8 minutes | Group Work | Collaborative Activity | Divide pupils into groups and assign them tasks to discuss and present a weekly cleaning plan for their homes. | Work in groups to discuss cleaning strategies and plan their weekly cleaning schedule. | Pupils collaborate and understand the importance of planning for effective weekly cleaning. |
Step 5: Classroom Note | 5 minutes | Writing | Instructional Note Taking | Guide pupils in writing down key points for their weekly cleaning routines in their notebooks. | Write notes and ask any clarifying questions. | Pupils document important aspects of weekly cleaning for future reference. |
Step 6: Evaluation | 3 minutes | Questioning | Verbal Assessment | Ask questions to evaluate the pupils’ understanding of the topic. | Answer questions and participate in discussions. | Pupils consolidate what they have learned by reflecting on the lesson. |
Step 7: Conclusion | 2 minutes | Summarization | Review | Summarize the key points of the lesson, reinforcing the importance of weekly cleaning for maintaining a healthy home. | Listen and ask any final questions. | Pupils leave with a clear understanding of weekly cleaning and its significance. |
Lesson Content
Guideline For Weekly Cleaning Of The Home And Its Surroundings
Weekly cleaning should be more thorough than daily cleaning. This means that apart from regular sweeping and dusting, you should focus on areas that accumulate more dirt over time. The following are the steps for cleaning the home and its surroundings weekly:
- Dusting: Remove dust from high areas such as ceiling fans, shelves, and furniture tops.
- Scrubbing Floors: Mop the floors and scrub tiles in bathrooms and kitchens to remove dirt that accumulates.
- Cleaning Windows: Clean all windows and window sills (the horizontal structure or surface at the bottom of a window), as they tend to gather dust.
- Cleaning Under Furniture: Move furniture and clean underneath to remove hidden dust and debris.
- Vacuuming: Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust and dirt from carpets and rugs.
- Organizing Clutter: Sort through items and organize any cluttered areas, such as desks and wardrobes.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- List three areas that require more attention during weekly cleaning.
- Explain why it is important to clean under furniture and organize clutter.
- Demonstrate how to clean windows properly.
- Discuss the differences between daily and weekly cleaning.