Note for teachers using this lesson plan
Before the lesson, prepare clear pictures/charts of the human ear and gather objects that make distinct sounds (e.g., a bell, a rattle, a drum). The central idea is for pupils to identify their ears and understand that we use them for hearing. Observe pupils pointing to their ears and reacting to sounds to confirm successful learning.
Class: Pre-School Level 1
Term: First Term
Week: 6
Age: 2 years
Duration: 30 minutes
Subject: Pre-Science
Curriculum Theme: Pre-Science
Previous Lesson: Uses of the Eye
Topic: The Ear
Subject Matter: Identifying the ear and its uses.
Specific Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain
- Identify their ears when asked.
- Name the ear as a body part.
- State one use of the ear (to hear).
Affective Domain
- Show interest in learning about their ears.
- Listen attentively to sounds.
Psychomotor Domain
- Point to their own ears.
- Touch their ears gently.
Social Domain
- Participate in group activities like singing and listening games.
Reference Materials
- NAPPS National Unified Teaching Scheme for Pre-School Level 1
- Early Childhood Care and Education resources
- Suitable early-years body parts charts
Instructional Materials
- Charts and posters showing the human ear
- Pictures of children pointing to their ears
- MP4 Player (for sound effects or video)
- Crayons (for simple activity, if any)
- Objects that make distinct sounds (e.g., bell, rattle, toy drum)
Rationale for the Lesson
This lesson helps 2-year-old pupils recognise an important part of their body, the ear. Understanding the ear’s function for hearing is fundamental to their sensory development and helps them interact with the world around them, promoting early self-awareness and safety.Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have a basic awareness of some common body parts like hands and legs. They also respond to sounds in their environment.Lesson Content/Board Summary
THE EAR
Our body has many parts. One important part is the ear.
What is the ear?
- The ear is a part of our body.
- We have two ears, one on each side of our head.
What do we use our ears for?
- We use our ears to hear.
- We hear sounds with our ears.
What can we hear?
- We can hear music.
- We can hear people talking.
- We can hear a bell ring.
- We can hear a dog bark.
Key Words
- Ear – The part of our head we use to hear.
- Hear – To listen to sounds with our ears.
- Listen – To pay attention to sounds.
My Ears Song
Tune: “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star”
My ears, my ears, I have two,
They help me hear, me and you.
Listen to the birds sing high,
Listen to the cars go by.
My ears, my ears, I have two,
They help me hear, me and you.
Actions: Pupils point to their ears, cup their hands behind their ears, turn their heads as if listening, and clap along.
Watch and Listen
💡 Teacher Guide for Using This Board Summary
How to teach the content: Begin by asking pupils to touch their heads, then gently guide their hands to their ears. Use the charts and posters to show clear pictures of ears. Repeat the words “ear” and “hear” slowly and clearly. Ask simple questions like “Where is your ear?” and encourage them to point. Demonstrate listening by cupping your hand to your ear.
What to show or demonstrate: Show pictures of ears. Play different simple sounds (bell, rattle, clapping) and ask pupils to listen. Demonstrate pointing to your own ears and making a listening gesture.
How to use the rhyme/song: Introduce “My Ears Song” by singing it slowly with clear actions. Repeat the song several times, encouraging pupils to join in with the actions (pointing to ears, cupping hands, turning heads). Emphasise the word “hear” during the song.
How to use the video: Introduce the video as a fun way to learn more about ears. Play the video “The Ears Song” and encourage pupils to watch, listen, and try to do the actions or sing along. After watching, ask pupils to point to their ears again and say “hear.”
What to watch for: Observe if pupils can correctly point to their ears. Watch for their reactions to different sounds, indicating they are using their ears to listen. Correct pronunciation of “ear” and “hear” gently through repetition.
Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques
Play-based Learning, Demonstration, Guided Practice, Songs and Rhymes, Picture Talk, Question and Answer, Repetition, Practical Activity, Listening Games.Instructional Procedures
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Engaging/Motivation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and starts with a simple “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes” song, stopping at “head” and asking pupils to point to their heads. The teacher then asks, “What else is on our head?”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils greet the teacher, sing along, point to their heads, and may mention other body parts.
Learning Point: Pupils are engaged and reminded of body parts on their head.
Step 2: Identifying the Ear
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Identification/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows a chart of the human body and points to the ear. The teacher then points to their own ear and says, “This is my ear. Can you touch your ear?” The teacher guides pupils to touch their ears.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils look at the chart, point to the ear, touch their own ears, and try to say “ear.”
Learning Point: Pupils identify and name their ears.
Step 3: Discussing the Use of the Ear
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks, “What do we use our ears for?” The teacher then plays a sound (e.g., a bell) and asks, “What did you hear? We use our ears to hear!” The teacher repeats this with another sound (e.g., clapping).
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the sounds, react, and may try to say “hear” or make a listening gesture.
Learning Point: Pupils understand that ears are used for hearing.
Step 4: Rhyme Reinforcement
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Singing/Repetition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces and sings “My Ears Song” with actions. The teacher sings it slowly and clearly, encouraging pupils to join in with the actions and repeat simple phrases.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the song, participate in the actions (pointing to ears, listening gestures), and try to sing along.
Learning Point: Pupils reinforce learning about ears and hearing through song and movement.
Step 5: Video and Practice
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Visual Learning/Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher plays the “Ears Song” video from the MP4 player. After the video, the teacher asks pupils to point to their ears and say “ear” and “hear” again.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch the video, listen, and try to imitate actions or sounds. They then point to their ears and repeat “ear” and “hear.”
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate identification and function of the ear through visual and auditory reinforcement.
Step 6: Listening Game
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Practical Application/Game-based Learning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher plays a “What do you hear?” game. The teacher makes different sounds (e.g., tearing paper, whistling, tapping a table) while pupils close their eyes or look away, then asks, “What did you hear?”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen carefully to the sounds and try to identify them or describe them (e.g., “loud,” “soft,” “paper”).
Learning Point: Pupils actively use their ears to listen and identify sounds.
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 ear.”
- “What is this?” (pointing to an ear on a chart).
- “What do we use our ears for?”
- (Play a sound) “What did you hear with your ears?”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond orally and demonstrate the required skill where appropriate (pointing, trying to say “ear” or “hear”).
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.
Step 8: Conclusion
Time: 1 minute
Teaching Skill: Summarising/Closure
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher praises the pupils for their participation and reminds them that their ears help them hear all the wonderful sounds around them. The teacher leads a final round of the “My Ears Song.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to praise and sing the song one last time.
Learning Point: Pupils leave with a positive reinforcement of the lesson.
Lesson Keywords
- Ear – The part of our head we use to hear.
- Hear – To listen to sounds with our ears.
- Listen – To pay attention to sounds.
Differentiation
- Support: For pupils who struggle to identify their ears, provide more one-on-one guidance, gently take their hand to their ear, and use larger, clearer pictures. Repeat the name “ear” very frequently and encourage imitation.
- Extension: For pupils who quickly grasp the concept, encourage them to identify sounds from different directions or to name more things they can hear at school or at home.
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