Note for teachers using this lesson plan
Before the lesson, ensure you have a clear picture of human hands and a chart showing various body parts. The central idea for pupils is to actively participate in reciting the “Clap Clap Hand” rhyme, identify their own hands as a part of their body, and demonstrate different actions they can do with their hands. Observe pupils as they clap, point to their hands, and mimic actions to confirm their understanding.
Class: Pre-School Level 4
Term: Third Term
Week: 10
Age: 5 years
Duration: 30 minutes
Subject: Songs and Rhymes
Curriculum Theme: Songs and Rhymes
Previous Lesson: [Previous lesson on body parts or simple action songs]
Topic: CLAP CLAP HAND
Subject Matter: CLAP CLAP HAND.
Specific Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain
- Recite the “Clap Clap Hand” rhyme.
- Identify their hands as part of their body.
- Name at least two things they do with their hands.
Affective Domain
- Show enthusiasm while participating in the rhyme and actions.
- Appreciate their hands as an important part of their body.
Psychomotor Domain
- Clap their hands rhythmically to the rhyme.
- Demonstrate different actions with their hands (e.g., waving, holding).
Social Domain
- Participate actively in group rhyme recitation and actions.
Reference Materials
- NAPPS National Unified Teaching Scheme for Pre-School Level 4
- Early Childhood Care and Education resources
Instructional Materials
- A picture of human hands
- A chart showing various body parts
- Actual hands (pupils’ and teacher’s)
Rationale for the Lesson
This lesson helps 5-year-olds develop body awareness by focusing on their hands as an important body part. Through the “Clap Clap Hand” rhyme, children enhance their listening skills, rhythm, and coordination, while also learning about the many useful functions of their hands in daily life.Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils can identify some basic body parts and enjoy singing simple action songs. They can also follow simple instructions.Lesson Content/Board Summary
CLAP CLAP HAND
Our hands are a very important part of our body. We use our hands for many things every day!Our Hands
- Hands are part of our body.
- We have two hands.
- Our hands help us do many things.
Things We Do With Our Hands
- Clap
- Wave goodbye
- Hold things
- Eat food
- Write and draw
- Wash ourselves
- Build with blocks
Clap Clap Hand Rhyme
Tune: Traditional “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star”
Lyrics:
Clap, clap, clap your hands,
Clap your hands with me.
Hands are part of our body,
Happy as can be.
Wave, wave, wave your hands,
Wave your hands with me.
Hands are part of our body,
Happy as can be.
Actions: Clap hands, point to hands, wave hands.
Watch and Move Along
Key Words
- Hand – The part of our body at the end of our arm, used for holding and doing things.
- Clap – To hit your hands together to make a sound.
- Body – All of the parts that make up a person or animal.
💡 Teacher Guide for Using This Board Summary
How to teach the content: Begin by asking pupils to show their hands. Explain that hands are a vital part of our body. Discuss and demonstrate various actions we do with our hands, encouraging pupils to mimic each action. Use the picture of hands and the body chart to reinforce identification.
What to show or demonstrate: Show a picture of hands. Point to your own hands and ask pupils to point to theirs. Demonstrate actions like clapping, waving, holding an imaginary object, pretending to eat, and writing.
How to use the rhyme/song: Introduce the “Clap Clap Hand” rhyme by reciting it slowly first. Then, guide pupils to recite it with you, gradually adding the actions (clapping, pointing to hands, waving). Repeat the rhyme several times to build familiarity and rhythm.
How to use the video: Introduce the video as a fun way to see and do more actions with hands. Play the video “Clap Your Hands” by Super Simple Songs. Encourage pupils to watch and participate by clapping, waving, and mimicking other hand actions they see in the video. After the video, discuss what new hand actions they observed.
What to watch for: Observe if pupils are able to identify their hands correctly and if they can perform the actions (clapping, waving) with some coordination. Listen for their participation in reciting the rhyme.
Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques
Play-based Learning, Demonstration, Guided Practice, Songs and Rhymes, Picture Talk, Question and Answer, Imitation, Repetition, Practical Activity.Instructional Procedures
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Greet and Engage
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and starts with a simple “Show me your hands!” activity to get them engaged. The teacher asks, “What do we do with our hands?”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils greet the teacher, show their hands, and offer simple answers like “clap” or “play.”
Learning Point: Pupils are engaged and begin thinking about their hands.
Step 2: Presentation of Rhyme
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Recitation/Modelling
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces the “Clap Clap Hand” rhyme by reciting it clearly with simple actions. The teacher explains that the rhyme is about our hands.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and try to follow the teacher’s actions.
Learning Point: Pupils are introduced to the rhyme and its theme.
Step 3: Identification of Hands
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Identification/Observation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows a picture of human hands and points to their own hands, saying, “These are our hands.” The teacher asks pupils to point to their own hands.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils point to their hands and repeat “hands.”
Learning Point: Pupils identify their hands as a part of their body.
Step 4: Discussion of Hand Actions
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks, “What else do we do with our hands?” and demonstrates actions like waving, holding, eating, and writing. The teacher encourages pupils to name and show other actions.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils name actions and demonstrate them with their hands.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the various functions of their hands.
Step 5: Rhyme Practice with Actions
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice/Repetition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads the pupils in reciting the “Clap Clap Hand” rhyme again, encouraging them to perform all the actions (clapping, pointing, waving) together.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils recite the rhyme with the teacher and perform the actions.
Learning Point: Pupils practise the rhyme and actions, improving coordination and memory.
Step 6: Video Reinforcement
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Visual Learning/Engagement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces a short video about hands and actions. “Let’s watch a video and see more fun things we can do with our hands!” The teacher plays the video and encourages pupils to follow along with the actions.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch the video and mimic the hand actions shown.
Learning Point: Pupils reinforce learning through visual and auditory stimulation and active participation.
Step 7: Evaluation/Review
Time: 4–5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher checks pupils’ understanding through short questions and practical tasks.
- “Show me your hands!”
- “Clap your hands!”
- “What is one thing you can do with your hands?” (e.g., eat, write, wave)
- “Let’s sing the ‘Clap Clap Hand’ rhyme one more time.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond orally and demonstrate the required skill where appropriate.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.
Step 8: Conclusion
Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarisation/Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher praises the pupils for their participation and reminds them how important their hands are. The teacher leads a final, enthusiastic recitation of the “Clap Clap Hand” rhyme.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to praise and sing the rhyme one last time with energy.
Learning Point: Pupils leave with a positive reinforcement of the lesson.
Lesson Keywords
- Hand – The part of our body at the end of our arm, used for holding and doing things.
- Clap – To hit your hands together to make a sound.
- Body – All of the parts that make up a person or animal.
Differentiation
- Support: For pupils who struggle to identify their hands, provide hand-over-hand guidance to point to their own hands. Use larger, clearer pictures of hands. Repeat the rhyme and actions more slowly and frequently.
- Extension: Encourage pupils who grasp the concept quickly to name more actions they can do with their hands (e.g., tie shoelaces, play an instrument). Ask them to draw a picture of their hands doing something.
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