Class: primary 6
Term: 1st Term
Week: 5
Age: 11 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Home Economics
Previous Lesson: Guidelines For Weekly Cleaning Of The Home And Its Surroundings
Topic: Steps In Cleaning The Classroom Environment

Performance Objectives:

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

Cognitive Domain: Identify the steps involved in cleaning the classroom environment.
Affective Domain: Show care and responsibility for maintaining cleanliness in their classroom.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate the proper use of cleaning tools like brooms, dustpans, and mops.
Social Domain: Work effectively with their peers in cleaning the classroom as a team.

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 The Classroom Store – How to Keep Your Classroom Clean
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Broom, dustpan, and mop
Wastebasket
Cleaning cloths
Blackboard and chalk
Visual aids (charts showing cleaning tools and their uses)

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the importance of keeping the classroom clean teaches students responsibility and creates a healthier learning environment. A clean classroom helps prevent illness, promotes better concentration, and fosters a sense of community among pupils as they work together to maintain their space.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils are already familiar with basic cleaning tools from previous lessons and their personal experiences at home.

Learning Area: Steps in Cleaning the Classroom Environment

Instructional Procedures:

Content Development	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teachers’ Activity	Pupils’ Activity	Learning Point
Step 1: Introduction	5 minutes	Discussion	Question and answer	Introduces the topic by asking pupils about the importance of cleanliness in the classroom.	Pupils respond by sharing why cleanliness is important.	Pupils understand the importance of a clean classroom.
Step 2: Identifying Cleaning Tools	5 minutes	Demonstration	Visual aids and demonstration	Shows and explains the use of cleaning tools (broom, mop, etc.).	Pupils observe the tools and their uses.	Pupils recognize cleaning tools and their uses.
Step 3: Sweeping the Floor	8 minutes	Practical	Hands-on activity	Demonstrates how to properly sweep the classroom, starting from the back to the front.	Pupils practice sweeping in turns.	Pupils can sweep the classroom effectively.
Step 4: Dusting Surfaces	7 minutes	Practical	Role-playing	Demonstrates dusting of desks, chairs, and other surfaces using a clean cloth.	Pupils take turns to dust surfaces in the classroom.	Pupils learn how to dust surfaces to prevent dirt buildup.
Step 5: Mopping the Floor	7 minutes	Demonstration	Hands-on activity	Explains and demonstrates how to mop the classroom floor, starting with the wet mop.	Pupils practice mopping in small groups.	Pupils understand proper mopping techniques.
Note Taking	3 minutes	Writing	Guided instruction	Directs pupils to take notes on the steps covered.	Pupils copy the classroom notes into their exercise books.	Pupils reinforce their understanding of the cleaning steps.
Evaluation and Conclusion	5 minutes	Review/Recap	Question and answer	Reviews the lesson and asks pupils to recap the steps of classroom cleaning.	Pupils answer questions and provide feedback on the lesson.	Pupils summarize what they’ve learned about cleaning the classroom.

Lesson Content

Steps in Cleaning the Classroom Environment

To maintain a clean and healthy classroom, we need to follow the steps below carefully:

Gather the necessary tools: Before starting, ensure you have a broom, mop, dustpan, cleaning cloths, and a wastebasket.
Sweeping the floor: Start sweeping from the back of the classroom, moving towards the front, making sure to sweep dirt into a pile.
Dusting surfaces: Use a clean cloth to dust desks, chairs, and other surfaces, removing dust and dirt.
Mopping the floor: After sweeping, mop the floor starting from the back to the front. Wring out the mop regularly to avoid spreading dirt.
Dispose of the waste: Sweep the dirt into a dustpan and throw it into the wastebasket.
Arrange the furniture: Finally, arrange desks and chairs neatly after cleaning.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Mention three cleaning tools you need when cleaning the classroom.

Describe how you would sweep the classroom properly.
Why is dusting surfaces important when cleaning?
Explain the correct way to mop the classroom floor.
What is the last step after cleaning the classroom?

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Steps In Cleaning The Classroom Environment (Primary 6)