Lesson Note on The Uses Of Sense Organs for Nursery 1

Class: Nursery one
Term: First Term
Subject: Basic Science and Technology
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson: The Five Sense Organs
Topic: Uses Of Sense Organs
Content/Learning area: Identification of sense organs and their uses.Time Allocation:

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain:

– Identify the five sense organs and describe their functions.

• Affective Domain:

– Show curiosity and interest in exploring their sense organs.

• Psychomotor Domain:

– Use their sense organs (taste, sight, touch, smell, and hearing) in hands-on activities.

• social Domain:

– Share their experiences and observations about the sense organs with classmates.

Reference Materials

• 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
• NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
• Online details from: Red Cliffe Labs – five Sense Organs and Their Functions
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:

• Potted plants for touch and smell
• Samples of food for tasting (sweet, bitter, sour)
• Pictures of objects for visual observation
• Sound instruments (like a bell) for hearing
• Soft toys or objects for feeling (hot/cold)

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding our senses helps children interact with their surroundings safely and effectively. It improves observation skills and encourages exploration.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have a basic awareness of their bodies and how they interact with the world around them.

Lesson Content

Identification of Sense Organs of the Body:

These include:

1. Eyes (sight)
2. Ears (hearing)
3. Nose (smell)
4. Tongue (taste)
5. Skin (touch)

Uses of the Five Senses:

The senses help us to perceive and interact with the world around us. They allow us to experience different sensations and gather information about our habitat. The following are some uses of the five senses:

1. Sight: Helps us see colors and shapes.
2. Hearing: Lets us listen to music and sounds.
3. Touch: Allows us to feel textures and temperatures.
4. taste: Helps us enjoy different flavors.
5. Smell: Lets us enjoy pleasant scents.

Different Kinds of Tastes:

Taste allows us to distinguish between different flavors in food and drinks. These include:

1. Sweet
2. Sour
3. Bitter
4. Salty
5. Umami

different Kinds of Smells:

Smell allows us to perceive different scents in our environment. These include:

1. Pleasant (like flowers and perfumes)
2. Unpleasant (like garbage)
3. Earthy (like soil or grass)
4. Spicy (like cinnamon or pepper)
5. Fruity (like oranges or bananas)

Different kinds of feeling (How Things feel):

Touch allows us to perceive different textures and temperatures. They are:

1. soft
2. Rough
3. Hot
4. Cold
5. Smooth
6. Bumpy

Related Rhymes on Uses of Sense Organs

Title: “Five Little Senses”

verse 1:
I have two little eyes that see so radiant,
They help me see the world, day and night.

Verse 2:
I have two little ears that hear the sound,
They help me listen to music all around.

Verse 3:
I have a little nose that smells so sweet,
It helps me find flowers and tasty treats.

Verse 4:
I have a little tongue that tastes so well,
I love to eat snacks; it’s my favorite bell!

Verse 5:
I have my little hands that feel so nice,
They touch and explore; oh, isn’t that precise?

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Set induction, Demonstration, Hands-on activity, Listening activity, Sensory exploration, Direct instruction.

Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set induction
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher asks, “What do you think helps us see, hear, touch, taste, and smell?”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond with ideas and examples of their senses.
Learning Point: Our senses help us understand the world.

Step 2: Identification of Sense Organs

Time: 7 mins
teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher points to the sense organs on their own body and explains each.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils point to their own sense organs and repeat names.
Learning Point: The five sense organs are sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.

Step 3: Exploring Tastes

Time: 8 mins
Teaching Skill: Hands-on activity
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher provides samples of sweet, sour, and bitter foods for tasting.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils taste the foods and describe their flavors.
Learning Point: different tastes: sweet, sour, bitter.

Step 4: Observing Sounds

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: listening activity
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher rings a bell and asks pupils to listen and identify the sound.
Pupils’ Activity: pupils listen closely and respond about the sound they hear.
Learning Point: Different sounds can be high or low.

Step 5: Feeling Different Textures

Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Touching activity
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher presents different objects (soft,rough,hot,cold) for feeling.
pupils’ Activity: Pupils feel the objects and describe how they feel.
Learning Point: Things can feel different: soft,rough,hot,cold.

Step 6: Smelling Different Scents

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Sensory exploration
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher brings pleasant and unpleasant scents for pupils to smell.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils smell the substances and describe if they like or dislike the scents.Learning Point: Scents can be pleasant or unpleasant.

Step 7: Note Taking & Conclusion

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Direct instruction
Teacher’s activity: Teacher summarizes the lesson and guides pupils to copy key points.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy notes from the board.
Learning Point: Understanding our senses is fun and helpful.

Lesson Keywords

• Sight – The ability to see using the eyes.
• Hearing – The ability to hear sounds using the ears.
• Touch – The ability to feel textures and temperatures using the skin.
• Taste – The ability to perceive flavors using the tongue.
• Smell – The ability to perceive scents using the nose.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. What are the five sense organs?
2. Can you name something you can taste?
3. How does a soft toy feel when you touch it?
4. What sound did you hear from the bell?
5. Can you describe a smell you like?

Assignment/Homework

1. Draw pictures of the five sense organs.
2. List three things you can see,hear,touch,taste,and smell at home.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance during the hands-on activities.
• For advanced learners: Encourage them to create their own sensory exploration activities.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, sound instruments, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Ensure all materials are safe and non-toxic. supervise pupils closely during hands-on activities to prevent accidents. Encourage pupils to share their experiences and observations to foster a collaborative learning environment.