Class: Primary One
Term: First Term
Subject: Basic Science and Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology
Previous Lesson: Simple Machines in the House
Topic: Storage and Care of Simple Machines
Content/Learning Area:

Ways of caring for simple machines
Methods of storing simple machines

Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Identify ways of caring for simple machines.
Identify methods of storing simple machines at home, in school, and on the farm.
Explain why it is important to care for and store simple machines properly.

Psychomotor Domain:

Demonstrate how to clean or keep simple machines properly after use.

Affective Domain:

Show appreciation for keeping tools and machines neat and safe.
Develop good habits of caring for things they use.

Social Domain:

Work cooperatively with peers while demonstrating care and storage methods.

Reference Materials

9-Year Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Approved Basic Science and Technology Textbooks
Online Information from: 10 ways to make your equipment last longer (https://cqegroup.com/uk/blog/2022/04/06/10-ways-to-make-your-equipment-last-longer/)

Instructional Materials

Charts showing pictures of simple machines and their care
Real or model examples of simple machines (broom, hoe, scissors, sharpener, wheelbarrow)
Cleaning materials (cloth, oil, small bucket)
Whiteboard, markers, chart paper

Rationale for the Lesson

Simple machines help us every day. Teaching pupils how to care for and store these tools ensures they last longer, stay clean, and work well. It also helps pupils develop habits of cleanliness, safety, and responsibility.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have previously learned the meaning and examples of simple machines found at home, in school, and on the farm.

Lesson Content

Ways of Caring for Simple Machines

Caring for simple machines means keeping them clean, safe, and in good condition so they can be used for a long time.

Ways of caring for simple machines include:

Cleaning them after use to remove dust and dirt.
Wiping with a dry cloth to prevent rust.
Oiling or greasing parts that move.
Handling them gently to avoid breakage.
Using them correctly for the right job.

Examples:

Clean scissors after cutting.
Wipe the hoe after use on the farm.
Don’t throw brooms or sharpeners on the floor.

Methods of Storing Simple Machines

Storing means keeping tools safely in a proper place after use.

Methods of storing simple machines include:

Keep them in a clean, dry place.
Arrange them neatly in a toolbox or cupboard.
Hang or place farm tools on a rack.
Keep classroom tools (like sharpeners and scissors) in drawers or shelves.
Avoid leaving them outside under the sun or rain.

Examples:

Keep the broom behind the door or in a corner.
Put the hoe or rake in the store room.
Keep scissors and sharpeners in a pencil case or drawer.

Teaching Methods

Discussion, Question and Answer, Demonstration, Observation, and Group Work.

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction (5 minutes)

Teaching Skill: Set Induction

Teacher’s Activity: Show pupils some dirty and clean tools. Ask: “Which one looks better? Why?”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond and discuss how clean tools work better.

Step 2: Explanation of Key Concepts (10 minutes)

Teaching Skill: Explanation

Teacher’s Activity: Explain what it means to care for and store simple machines. Give examples of how to do it at home, school, and on the farm.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen carefully and mention how they care for tools at home or school.

Step 3: Demonstration / Guided Practice (10 minutes)

Teaching Skill: Demonstration

Teacher’s Activity: Show pupils how to clean and properly keep a broom, hoe, and scissors.
Pupils’ Activity: Watch and repeat the actions (wipe, oil, arrange).

Step 4: Group Activity (5 minutes)

Teaching Skill: Cooperative Learning

Teacher’s Activity: Divide pupils into groups to identify the correct way of storing or cleaning a tool from pictures or real samples.
Pupils’ Activity: Discuss and demonstrate proper care or storage.

Step 5: Note-Taking (3 minutes)

Teaching Skill: Note-Taking

Teacher’s Activity: Write key points on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Copy the notes neatly in their books.

Step 6: Evaluation / Review (5 minutes)

Teaching Skill: Questioning

Teacher’s Activity: Ask the following questions to assess learning:
1. Mention two ways of caring for simple machines.
2. Mention two ways of storing simple machines.
3. Why should we care for simple machines?
Pupils’ Activity: Respond correctly.

Step 7: Conclusion (2 minutes)

Teaching Skill: Summarizing

Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the main ideas: “We should care for and store our simple machines properly so they can last long and help us work easily.”
Pupils’ Activity: Repeat after the teacher and share one thing they learned.

Lesson Keywords

Care: Keeping something clean and in good condition.
Storage: Keeping tools safe after use.
Simple Machine: A tool that makes work easier.
Clean: Free from dirt.
Rust: Brown color that forms when metal tools are not dried properly.

Lesson Evaluation

What does it mean to care for simple machines?
Mention three ways we can care for simple machines.
Mention two ways we can store simple machines.
Why should we store and care for simple machines?
Where can we keep our simple machines at home or school?

Assignment/Homework

Draw and label one simple machine you use at home.
Write one way you can care for it and one way you can store it.

Differentiation

Slower learners: Use real examples and simple questions.
Advanced learners: Ask them to list more storage ideas for farm tools.
Visual/Auditory/Kinesthetic learners: Use demonstration, pictures, and short songs about “cleaning and keeping tools.”

Note for Teachers

Use everyday school and home examples (broom, scissors, bucket handle, hoe).
Encourage participation — allow pupils to demonstrate wiping or arranging tools.
End by linking cleanliness and care to responsibility and safety.