Class: Primary Three
Term: Third Term
Subject: Pre-vocational Studies
Curriculum theme: Home Economics
Previous Lesson: Cleaning And Arranging The Bedroom
Topic: Cleaning Bathroom and Toilet
Content/Learning Area: Identifying different types of toilets and bathrooms, Appreciating the importance of maintaining cleanliness in the toilet and bathroom, Discussing best practices for maintaining toilet and bathroom hygiene
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

1. Identify different types of toilets and bathrooms.
2. Explain the importance of maintaining cleanliness in the toilet and bathroom.
3. List materials used for cleaning the toilet and bathroom.

Affective Domain:

1. Appreciate the importance of maintaining a clean and hygienic bathroom.
2. Show willingness to participate in cleaning the bathroom.

psychomotor Domain:

1. Demonstrate the proper way to clean a toilet and bathroom.

Social Domain:

1. Discuss with peers the best practices for maintaining toilet and bathroom hygiene.
2. Cooperate with others during cleaning activities.

Reference Materials

9 – Years Basic Education curriculum
Abuja educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
NAPPS National unified Scheme of Work
online Data
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will employ the help of the following materials:

Whiteboard or chart
Markers or pens
Pictures of different types of toilets and bathrooms
Cleaning materials (e.g., toilet brush, sponge, disinfectant)

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is crucial for teaching pupils about hygiene and the importance of maintaining a clean environment. Understanding bathroom and toilet cleaning is essential for personal health and well-being, contributing to a healthier lifestyle.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

The teacher will start by asking pupils about their experiences with bathrooms and toilets, prompting a discussion about cleanliness and hygiene. A rapid review of the previous lesson on bedroom cleaning will be done.

lesson Content

Cleaning Bathroom and Toilet

Keeping a clean bathroom is very vital for our health. It stops germs from spreading, keeps our homes smelling nice, and makes the bathroom a better place to be.

What is Cleaning Bathroom and Toilet?

Cleaning the bathroom means removing dirt, grime, and germs. This includes the toilet, sink, shower or bath, floor, and walls.

Types of Toilets and Bathrooms

There are many kinds of toilets and bathrooms:

these include:

Water cistern (WC) toilets: These use a tank to flush waste.
Composting toilets: These break down waste naturally, often used where water is scarce.
Squat toilets: You squat to use these.
Bucket Toilets: simple toilets that use a bucket to collect waste.
En-suite bathrooms: Bathrooms attached to bedrooms.
Public restrooms: Bathrooms in public places.
Portable Toilets: Toilets that can be easily moved from one place to another.
Vacuum Toilets: Toilets that use vacuum suction to remove waste.

Reasons for Cleaning the Toilet and Bathroom

We clean bathrooms to:

The following are reasons to clean the toilet and bathroom:

Prevent germs and diseases.
Keep our families healthy.
Avoid bad smells.
Make the bathroom look nice.
Make bathroom fixtures last longer.
Prevent mold and mildew growth.
Ensure a comfortable and pleasant environment.
Maintain hygiene standards.

Materials for Cleaning the Toilet and bathroom

We use these things to clean:

Examples are:

Toilet brush
Disinfectant cleaner
Scrubbing sponges
Protective gloves
Mops and buckets
Toilet Bowl Cleaner
Glass Cleaner
Floor cleaner

teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Question and answer, Exhibition

Instructional Procedures

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

step 1: Introduction (The Teaching Skill for this step MUST be “Set Induction”)

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils about their experiences with bathrooms and toilets, reviews the previous lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond to teacher’s questions, share their experiences.

Step 2: Explanation of Key concepts

Time: 10 minutes
teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the importance of bathroom and toilet cleanliness, introduces different types of toilets and bathrooms.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively, ask clarifying questions.

Step 3: Exhibition/Guided Practise

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstrating
Teacher’s Activity: Demonstrates proper cleaning techniques using the instructional materials.Pupils’ Activity: Observe the demonstration, ask questions.

Step 4: Self-reliant Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Supervises pupils as they practice cleaning techniques.
Pupils’ Activity: practice cleaning techniques under supervision.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guiding
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils in taking notes on key concepts and cleaning procedures.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes on key concepts and cleaning procedures.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: questioning
teacher’s Activity: Asks evaluation questions to assess understanding.
Pupils’ activity: answer evaluation questions.

Objective-aligned checks:

Identify different types of toilets and bathrooms.
Explain the importance of maintaining cleanliness in the toilet and bathroom.
List materials used for cleaning the toilet and bathroom.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
teaching Skill: Summarizing
teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the key points and assigns a small cleaning task for pupils to complete at home.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen to the summary and note the assignment.

Lesson Keywords

Hygiene – Practices that maintain health and prevent the spread of diseases.
Disinfectant – A chemical liquid that destroys bacteria.
Germs – Tiny organisms that can cause disease.
Cleanliness – The state of being clean and free from dirt.
Sanitation – Maintaining hygienic conditions to promote health.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Name three types of toilets.
Why is a clean bathroom critically important?
What are two things we use to clean the toilet?
How can we keep our bathroom clean?
What are some good ways to keep the bathroom hygienic?

Assignment/homework

List five materials used for cleaning the bathroom and toilet.
describe the steps you would take to clean a toilet.
Explain why it is important to wash your hands after using the toilet.

Differentiation

For slower learners: The teacher will provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
For advanced learners: The teacher will encourage them to research different cleaning methods and products.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, demonstrations, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Ensure that all cleaning materials are used safely and under supervision. Emphasize the importance of personal hygiene and handwashing after cleaning activities. Encourage pupils to apply what they have learned at home to maintain a clean and healthy environment.