Note for teachers using this lesson plan
Before the lesson, ensure the classroom chairs and tables are arranged appropriately for pupils to practise sitting and standing comfortably. The central idea is for pupils to understand and physically demonstrate the correct ways to sit and stand. Observe closely as pupils try to imitate your movements, providing gentle physical guidance or verbal cues to help them achieve the correct postures.
Class: Pre-School Level 3
Term: Third Term
Week: 8
Age: 4 years
Duration: 30 minutes
Subject: Personal Development
Curriculum Theme: Not separately stated in the scheme.
Previous Lesson: Identifying parts of the body.
Topic: Correct Sitting & Standing Postures
Subject Matter: Correct Sitting & Standing Postures.
Specific Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain
- Identify the correct way to sit.
- Identify the correct way to stand.
Affective Domain
- Appreciate the importance of maintaining good posture.
- Listen attentively to the teacher’s instructions.
Psychomotor Domain
- Demonstrate the correct sitting posture.
- Demonstrate the correct standing posture.
Social Domain
- Participate in group activities by following instructions.
Reference Materials
- NAPPS National Unified Teaching Scheme for Pre-School Level 3.
- Early Childhood Care and Education resources.
- Early Learner Environmental Studies (as supplied in seed).
Instructional Materials
- Classroom chairs and tables.
- Pictures or charts showing children with good and bad sitting/standing postures.
- A full-length mirror (optional, for pupils to see themselves).
Rationale for the Lesson
This lesson is crucial for 4-year-olds as it teaches them fundamental body awareness and good habits. Learning correct postures early helps prevent future physical discomfort and promotes healthy development, contributing to their overall well-being and concentration in school.Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils can identify basic body parts and follow simple instructions to sit or stand.Lesson Content/Board Summary
Correct Sitting & Standing Postures
What is Posture?
Posture is the way we hold our body when we sit, stand, or lie down. Good posture makes us look strong and helps our body stay healthy.Correct Sitting Posture
When we sit, we should:- Sit with our back straight, touching the back of the chair.
- Keep our feet flat on the floor.
- Relax our shoulders.
- Keep our head up, looking forward.
Correct Standing Posture
When we stand, we should:- Stand tall and straight.
- Pull our shoulders back gently.
- Keep our head up, looking straight ahead.
- Keep our feet slightly apart, not too close or too wide.
Posture Rhyme
Tune: Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
Lyrics:
Sit up straight, stand up tall,
Good posture for one and all.
Back is straight, head is high,
Like a soldier in the sky.
Sit up straight, stand up tall,
Good posture for one and all.
Actions: For “sit up straight,” pupils sit up straight. For “stand up tall,” they stand tall. For “back is straight,” they pat their back. For “head is high,” they lift their chin. Mimic a soldier standing tall.
Watch and Practise Good Posture
Key Words
- Posture – the way we hold our body.
- Sit – to rest on a chair or the floor.
- Stand – to be upright on our feet.
- Straight – not bent or curved.
- Tall – having a great height.
💡 Teacher Guide for Using This Board Summary
How to teach the content: Explain posture using simple language and demonstrate each point clearly. Use the pictures to show examples of good and bad posture, asking pupils to identify the correct ones. Emphasize that good posture helps them feel strong and healthy.
What to show or demonstrate: Physically demonstrate the correct sitting posture (back straight, feet flat, shoulders relaxed, head up) and the correct standing posture (stand tall, shoulders back, head up, feet slightly apart). Exaggerate incorrect postures briefly to highlight the difference.
How to use the rhyme/song: Introduce the “Posture Rhyme” after demonstrating both sitting and standing. Sing it together several times, encouraging pupils to perform the actions as they sing. Use it as a fun way to reinforce the lesson throughout the day.
How to use the video: Introduce the video as a fun way to learn more about good posture. Play the video and encourage pupils to sing along and perform the actions shown. After watching, ask pupils what they learned from the video and have them practise the movements again.
What to watch for: Observe if pupils are trying to imitate the correct postures. Look for common mistakes like slumping, crossing legs, or hunching shoulders. Provide gentle corrections and positive reinforcement.
Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques
Play-based Learning, Demonstration, Guided Practice, Songs and Rhymes, Picture Talk, Question and Answer, Imitation, Practical Activity.Instructional Procedures
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Engagement/Recall
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils, leads a short warm-up activity like stretching, and asks them how they sit and stand in class.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, participate in stretching, and share their ideas about sitting and standing.
Learning Point: Pupils are engaged and thinking about how they hold their bodies.
Step 2: Presentation of Correct Sitting Posture
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what posture is and demonstrates the correct way to sit on a chair, emphasizing a straight back, feet flat on the floor, and relaxed shoulders. The teacher uses pictures to show good and bad sitting postures.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration and look at the pictures, identifying the good sitting posture.
Learning Point: Pupils understand and recognise correct sitting posture.
Step 3: Guided Practice – Sitting Posture
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice/Correction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher instructs pupils to sit properly in their chairs, providing individual guidance and gentle corrections. The teacher praises pupils who demonstrate good posture.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils attempt to sit with correct posture, following the teacher’s instructions and making adjustments as guided.
Learning Point: Pupils practise and begin to internalize correct sitting posture.
Step 4: Presentation of Correct Standing Posture
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks pupils to stand up and then demonstrates the correct standing posture: standing tall, shoulders back, head up, and feet slightly apart. The teacher uses pictures to show good and bad standing postures.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration and identify the good standing posture from the pictures.
Learning Point: Pupils understand and recognise correct standing posture.
Step 5: Guided Practice – Standing Posture
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice/Correction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to practise standing correctly, reminding them to stand tall and straight. The teacher offers encouragement and makes corrections as needed.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils attempt to stand with correct posture, imitating the teacher and making adjustments.
Learning Point: Pupils practise and begin to internalize correct standing posture.
Step 6: Reinforcement Activity (Rhyme & Video)
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement/Engagement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads pupils in singing the “Posture Rhyme” with actions. The teacher then plays the posture video, encouraging pupils to watch and participate in any movements shown.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils sing the rhyme with actions and watch the video, trying to imitate the correct postures and movements.
Learning Point: Pupils reinforce their learning through song and visual demonstration.
Step 7: Evaluation/Review
Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher checks pupils’ understanding through short questions and practical tasks.
- “Show me the proper way to sit in class.”
- “Show me how to stand tall and straight.”
- “Why is it good to sit and stand properly?”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond orally and demonstrate the required skill where appropriate.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.
Step 8: Conclusion
Time: 1 minute
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Encouragement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher praises the pupils for their participation and good efforts, reminding them to always try to sit straight and stand tall. The teacher encourages them to practise at home.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the teacher and acknowledge the importance of good posture.
Learning Point: Pupils are encouraged to apply what they have learned.
Lesson Keywords
- Posture – The way we hold our body when sitting or standing.
- Sit – To be in a resting position on a seat.
- Stand – To be upright on our feet.
- Straight – Not bent or curved.
- Tall – High in height.
- Back – The rear part of the human body.
- Shoulders – The part of the body where the arm joins the trunk.
Differentiation
- Support: For pupils who struggle, the teacher can provide more physical prompts (e.g., gently guiding their back to be straight), use larger pictures, or work with them one-on-one. More repetition of the rhyme and actions can also help.
- Extension: For pupils who quickly grasp the concept, the teacher can ask them to identify good/bad postures in various classroom situations or explain in their own simple words why good posture is important (e.g., “It makes my tummy strong”).
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