Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Before this lesson, prepare a real, child-safe first aid box with its actual contents (e.g., plasters, bandages, antiseptic wipes, cotton wool). This hands-on material is crucial for pupils to concretely identify the items. Emphasize that children should always tell a responsible adult immediately if an accident happens and never try to treat themselves. Successful learning will be observed when pupils can point to and name at least two items in the first aid box and clearly state that they must tell an adult during an accident.

Class: Pre-School Level 3
Term: First Term
Week: 10
Age: 4 years
Duration: 30 minutes
Subject: Health Habits
Curriculum Theme: Health Habits
Previous Lesson: Identifying safe and unsafe places in the home and school.
Topic: FIRST AID
Subject Matter: First aid box, its contents and what to do during an accident.

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

Identify a first aid box.
Name at least two contents of a first aid box.
State that they must tell an adult if an accident happens.

Affective Domain

Show care and concern when discussing accidents.
Listen attentively to instructions about safety and first aid.

Psychomotor Domain

Point to different items in a first aid box.
Demonstrate how to call for or tell an adult during an accident.

Participate in discussions about safety and helping others.

Reference Materials

NAPPS National Unified Teaching Scheme for Pre-School Level 3
Relevant Early Childhood Care and Education resources

Instructional Materials

A real first aid box (child-safe contents only)
Contents of a first aid box: plasters, bandages, antiseptic wipes, cotton wool, small pair of blunt scissors (for teacher use only)
Chart or posters showing a first aid box and its contents
Pictures depicting children telling adults about accidents
Audio (for songs/rhymes)

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is important for 4-year-olds as it introduces them to basic safety measures and equips them with the knowledge of what to do in case of a minor accident. Understanding the first aid box and knowing to seek adult help empowers them to act responsibly and safely, reducing panic and ensuring they receive timely assistance.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils can identify different parts of their body and understand simple instructions about safety. They also know that adults help them when they are hurt.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

FIRST AID BOX, ITS CONTENTS AND WHAT TO DO DURING AN ACCIDENT

What is First Aid?

First aid is the help given to someone who is hurt or sick before a doctor or nurse comes. It helps to make them feel better quickly.

The First Aid Box

It is a special box where we keep things to help people who get hurt.
It usually has a cross sign on it.
We keep it in a safe place where adults can find it quickly.

Contents of a First Aid Box

Plasters: For small cuts and scrapes.
Bandages: To wrap around bigger hurts or hold things in place.
Antiseptic wipes: To clean small wounds before putting on a plaster.
Cotton wool: To clean wounds or apply medicine (only by an adult).
Small blunt scissors: For cutting bandages (only for adult use).

What to do during an accident

Stay calm.
Do NOT touch the person or the wound.
Immediately tell a responsible adult (teacher, parent, guardian) what happened.
Do not try to help yourself or others with the first aid box. Only adults should use it.

Key Words

First Aid – The first help given to someone who is hurt.
Box – A container to keep things.
Plaster – A sticky strip to cover small cuts.
Bandage – A strip of cloth to wrap around a hurt part.
Adult – A grown-up person.

First Aid Safety Rhyme

Tune: “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star”

If you fall or hurt yourself,
Don’t you worry, don’t you fret.
Find a grown-up, quick and fast,
Tell them everything at last.
They will help you, safe and sound,
Best grown-ups can be found!

Actions: Point to self, shake head “no”, point to an adult, mime talking, hug self, give thumbs up.

Watch and Learn About First Aid

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4196D_v0Lw

💡 Teacher Guide for Using This Board Summary

How to teach the content: Introduce the concept of first aid simply. Show the actual first aid box and let pupils observe it. Then, take out each item one by one, name it, and explain its simple use. Emphasize that only adults use these items. Discuss scenarios of minor accidents and guide pupils on the correct response: telling an adult immediately.

What to show or demonstrate: Show the real first aid box and its contents. Demonstrate how to carefully take out a plaster and a bandage. Role-play how a child would tell an adult about an accident (e.g., “Madam, I fell down and hurt my knee!”).

How to use the rhyme/song: Sing the “First Aid Safety Rhyme” several times with the pupils, encouraging them to perform the actions. Use it as a fun way to reinforce the core message of telling an adult.

How to use the video: Introduce the video as a fun way to learn more about first aid. Play the video “First Aid for Kids | Educational Video for Kids | First Aid Kit | Health Education for Kids” (from Kids Learning Tube). After watching, ask pupils to recall some items they saw or what the children in the video did when someone got hurt. Encourage them to repeat the key safety message.

What to watch for: Ensure pupils understand that they should not touch or use the first aid items themselves. Watch for pupils who might be shy to speak up and encourage their participation through pointing or simple gestures.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Play-based Learning, Demonstration, Guided Practice, Songs and Rhymes, Picture Talk, Question and Answer, Role-play, Repetition, Practical Activity.

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Greeting/Engaging

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them if they know what to do when they get a small cut or fall down. The teacher introduces the topic of First Aid.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings and share their ideas about what to do when hurt. They listen attentively to the teacher.

Learning Point: Pupils are introduced to the concept of first aid and the lesson topic.

Step 2: Introducing the First Aid Box

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Identification

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows the pupils a real first aid box. The teacher points out its features (e.g., the cross sign) and explains that it is a special box for helping people who are hurt.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the first aid box, point to the cross sign, and listen to the teacher’s explanation.

Learning Point: Pupils identify a first aid box.

Step 3: Exploring Contents of the First Aid Box

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Naming/Explaining/Practical Activity

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher carefully opens the first aid box and takes out each item one by one (plaster, bandage, antiseptic wipe, cotton wool). The teacher names each item and explains its simple use, emphasizing that only adults should use them.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch as the teacher shows each item. They repeat the names of the items and listen to their uses. Some pupils may point to the items when named.

Learning Point: Pupils identify and name common contents of a first aid box and understand their basic uses.

Step 4: What to Do During an Accident

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Discussion/Instruction

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses with pupils what they should do if they or a friend gets hurt. The teacher firmly explains that the most important thing is to tell a responsible adult immediately and not to touch the wound or try to fix it themselves.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and discuss with the teacher, repeating the instruction to “tell an adult.”

Learning Point: Pupils understand the importance of telling an adult during an accident.

Step 5: First Aid Safety Rhyme

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Singing/Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads the pupils in singing the “First Aid Safety Rhyme” with actions. The teacher sings it a few times to help pupils learn the words and actions.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils sing along with the teacher and perform the actions, reinforcing the message of telling an adult.

Learning Point: Pupils reinforce learning through song and actions.

Step 6: Role-play / Practical Application

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Role-play/Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher sets up a simple role-play scenario (e.g., “Oh no, a child fell down!”). The teacher guides pupils to practice telling an adult what happened. The teacher also asks pupils to point to specific items in the first aid box.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils take turns role-playing telling the teacher about an accident. They also point to items like “plaster” or “bandage” in the first aid box when asked.

Learning Point: Pupils practice the correct response to an accident and identify first aid items.

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 the first aid box.
Name two things you can find inside a first aid box.
What should you do if you get hurt?
Who should use the things in the first aid box?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond orally and demonstrate the required skill where appropriate (e.g., pointing to the box, naming items, saying “tell an adult”).

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 1 minute

Teaching Skill: Summarising/Encouragement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarises the lesson by reminding pupils about the first aid box and the importance of always telling an adult if they get hurt. The teacher praises pupils for their participation.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and repeat the main safety message. They say “thank you” to the teacher.

Learning Point: Pupils recall the main points of the lesson and are encouraged to practice safety.

Lesson Keywords

First Aid – The first help given to someone who is hurt or sick.
Box – A container to keep special items.
Plaster – A sticky strip used to cover small cuts.
Bandage – A piece of cloth used to cover or wrap around a wound.
Accident – Something bad that happens unexpectedly, causing injury.
Adult – A grown-up person, like a parent or teacher.

Differentiation

Support: For pupils who are struggling, use larger pictures of first aid items. Provide more repetition of names and actions. The teacher can use hand-over-hand guidance to help them point to items. Focus on identifying just one or two items and the core message of “tell an adult.”
Extension: For pupils who grasp the concepts quickly, ask them to identify other places where they might see a first aid box (e.g., at home, in a car). Encourage them to role-play different types of minor accidents and how they would tell an adult.