First Term Physical and Health Education revision for JSS 1

Class: JSS 1
Term: First Term
Week: 11
Age: 12 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Physical and Health Education
Curriculum Theme: All themes covered in the term
Focal competence: Integration and consolidation of the term’s
Skills:

• Curriculum skills covered in Weeks 1- 10

Previous Lesson: Components of physical fitness
Topic: Revision and Consolidation
Subject Matter: core term topics, taught skills, common misconceptions, revision exercises

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

• recall the main concepts taught during the term;

Psychomotor Domain

• apply the term’s skills in oral, written or practical exercises.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Physical and Health Education for Junior Secondary Schools 1
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Class notes and approved texts
• Revision exercises (questions, worksheets)
• Relevant practical materials (e.g., first aid box items, sports equipment for demonstration)
• Whiteboard/Blackboard and markers/chalk

Rationale for the Lesson

This revision lesson is essential for reinforcing students’ understanding of all topics covered during the first term. It provides an opportunity for students to recall key concepts, practice learned skills, and clarify any misconceptions, thereby preparing them adequately for examinations and future learning.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Students have been taught all the topics and skills covered in Physical and Health Education from Week 1 to Week 10 of the first term.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Revision and Consolidation of First Term PHE Topics

Meaning and Importance of Physical and Health Education

Physical and Health Education (PHE) is a subject that teaches us about physical activities, maintaining a healthy body, and making good lifestyle choices. It helps us understand our bodies, how to stay fit, prevent diseases, and live a long, healthy life.

1. Physical Education: Focuses on physical fitness, sports, games, and developing motor skills.
2. Health Education: Focuses on personal hygiene, nutrition, first aid, disease prevention, and community health.

Personal Hygiene

Personal hygiene refers to practices that help maintain health and prevent the spread of diseases. It involves keeping our bodies clean and healthy.

1. Daily Bathing: Washing the body with soap and water to remove dirt and germs.
2. Dental Care: Brushing teeth at least twice a day to prevent tooth decay and bad breath.
3. Hand Washing: Washing hands with soap and water, especially before eating and after using the toilet, to remove germs.
4. Clean Clothes: Wearing clean clothes to prevent skin infections and body odour.
5. Hair Care: Washing and combing hair regularly to keep it clean and free from lice.

Basic First Aid

First aid is the immediate care given to an injured or sick person before professional medical help arrives. The main aim is to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, and promote recovery.

1. Principles of First Aid:
   1. Assess the situation (Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation – DRABC).
   2. Call for help (emergency services).
   3. Provide appropriate care based on the injury (e.g., stop bleeding, cover wounds).
2. Common Minor Injuries:
   1. Cuts and Scrapes: Clean with water and mild soap, apply antiseptic, cover with a sterile plaster.
   2. Bruises: Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling.
   3. Minor Burns: Cool with cold running water for at least 10 minutes, cover loosely with a sterile dressing.

Food and Nutrition

Nutrition is the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth. A balanced diet provides all the essential nutrients the body needs.

1. Food Groups:
   1. Carbohydrates (e.g., yam, rice, bread) – provide energy.
   2. Proteins (e.g., beans, fish, meat) – for growth and repair.
   3. Fats and Oils (e.g., groundnut oil, butter) – provide concentrated energy and warmth.
   4. Vitamins and Minerals (e.g., fruits, vegetables) – protect the body from diseases.
2. Balanced Diet: Eating a variety of foods from all food groups in the right proportions.

Fundamental Movement Skills

These are basic movements that are the foundation for more complex physical activities and sports.

1. Locomotor Skills: Moving the body from one place to another.
   1. Running
   2. Jumping
   3. Hopping
   4. Skipping
2. Non-Locomotor Skills: Movements performed in one place.
   1. Bending
   2. Stretching
   3. Twisting
   4. Balancing
3. Manipulative Skills: Controlling objects with hands or feet.
   1. Throwing
   2. Catching
   3. Kicking
   4. Dribbling

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Question and Answer, Demonstration, Guided Practice, Oral Revision, Written Exercises, Practical Activity

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Activating Prior Knowledge

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher welcomes students to the revision lesson and reminds them that this week is dedicated to reviewing all topics covered in the first term. The teacher asks students to mention some of the topics they remember learning in PHE this term.

Pupils’ Activity: Students respond by mentioning various topics they recall from the term.

Learning Point: Recall of previous topics

Step 2: Review of Key Concepts

Time: 8 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explaining/Recalling

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides students through a quick recall of the meaning and importance of Physical and Health Education, personal hygiene practices, and the basic principles of first aid. The teacher uses questions to prompt student responses and clarifies any fuzzy areas.

Pupils’ Activity: Students actively participate in recalling definitions, importance, and practices related to PHE, hygiene, and first aid.

Learning Point: Key PHE concepts recalled

Step 3: Addressing Misconceptions

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Corrective Feedback

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher highlights common misconceptions or errors students made during the term, for example, confusing food groups or incorrect first aid steps. The teacher provides clear explanations and correct information.

Pupils’ Activity: Students listen attentively, ask clarifying questions, and correct their previous misunderstandings.

Learning Point: Correction of misconceptions

Step 4: Practical Application of Skills

Time: 8 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates or guides students through practical aspects such as proper handwashing techniques, basic first aid for a minor cut (using a dummy or volunteer), or a simple fundamental movement skill like jumping or throwing. The teacher encourages students to participate.

Pupils’ Activity: Students observe the demonstrations and participate in guided practical exercises, applying the learned skills.

Learning Point: Practical skill application

Step 5: Revision Exercises (Written/Oral)

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher distributes short revision questions or presents oral questions covering various topics like food groups, types of movement skills, or benefits of exercise. The teacher encourages both individual and group responses.

Pupils’ Activity: Students answer the revision questions orally or in writing, demonstrating their understanding of the term’s content.

Learning Point: Content knowledge reinforcement

Step 6: Review of Exercise Answers

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Feedback/Correction

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher quickly reviews the answers to the revision exercises, providing correct answers and further explanations where necessary. The teacher ensures students understand why certain answers are correct.

Pupils’ Activity: Students compare their answers with the correct ones and clarify any remaining doubts.

Learning Point: Understanding of correct answers

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. Mention two benefits of regular physical activity.
2. List three practices of good personal hygiene.
3. What is the first thing you should do when someone has a minor cut?
4. Name two food groups and an example for each.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Assessment of term’s knowledge

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes

Teaching Skill: Summarising

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarises the importance of continuous revision and encourages students to keep practicing the learned skills and applying healthy habits in their daily lives. The teacher wishes them success in their upcoming assessments.

Pupils’ Activity: Students listen and acknowledge the importance of continuous practice.

Learning Point: Importance of continuous learning

Lesson Keywords

• Revision – Reviewing previously learned material.
• Consolidation – Strengthening understanding of concepts.
• Hygiene – Practices for maintaining health and cleanliness.
• First Aid – Immediate care for injury or illness.
• Nutrition – Process of obtaining food for health and growth.
• Movement Skills – Basic physical actions like running, jumping, throwing.

Differentiation

For weaker learners, the teacher will provide simplified explanations, focus on core definitions, and offer more direct prompts during recall. Faster learners will be challenged with more complex application questions or asked to explain concepts in their own words, perhaps by creating a short summary of a topic.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For further understanding, students can search on YouTube for: “JSS 1 PHE First Term Revision” or “Basic Physical and Health Education for Juniors”.

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, prepare a variety of revision questions and practical scenarios covering all key topics from the first term. Identify common errors students made in previous lessons to specifically address them during the revision. Begin by engaging students in recalling topics to gauge their current understanding. Guide them through a systematic review of definitions, importance, and practical applications. Encourage active participation through oral responses, written exercises, and simple practical demonstrations. Pay close attention to individual student needs, offering support to those struggling and providing extension activities for those who grasp concepts quickly. Ensure the evaluation questions directly assess the core knowledge and skills revised. The goal is to reinforce learning and build confidence in preparation for examinations.