Class: primary 4
Term: 3rd Term
Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Home Economics
previous Lesson: Deficiency Disease Of Food Nutrients
Topic: Food Groups
Content/Learning Area: Food Groups: e.g. Body building food: protein
Time Allocation: 40 minutes
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify the different food groups and their functions.
- Affective Domain: Show interest in eating a balanced diet from all food groups.
- Psychomotor Domain: Classify food items into their appropriate groups using real or pictured samples.
- Social Domain: Work together in groups to sort food items and explain their benefits.
Reference Materials
The following resources was used in planning this lesson:
- 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Data from: Wikipedia – Food group
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:
- Flashcards showing different food items
- Real food samples (e.g. eggs, bread, fruit)
- Pictures of different meals
- Chart displaying the major food groups
- Whiteboard and marker
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding food groups helps pupils make healthy food choices, maintain good health, and grow properly.
prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have learned about the importance of food and can name some common food items they eat at home.
Lesson Content
Food Groups
Food groups are ways we divide food into categories based on what they do in the body. They help us stay strong, grow well, and stay healthy.
Body Building Foods: These foods help us grow strong muscles and repair our body parts. They are mostly proteins. The following are examples of body building foods:
- Eggs
- Fish
- Meat
- Beans
- Milk
- Chicken
- Yoghurt
- Groundnuts
Energy Giving Foods: These foods give us strength to play, work, and move around. They are mostly carbohydrates and fats. Examples include:
- Yam
- Rice
- Bread
- Garri
- Butter
- Potatoes
- Corn
- Plantain
Protective Foods: These foods protect us from sickness and help our body work well. They are mostly fruits and vegetables. Examples are:
- Orange
- Carrot
- Mango
- Cabbage
- Tomatoes
- Pineapple
- Watermelon
- Spinach
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Discussion, Lecture, Explanation, Visual Aids, Group Work, Demonstration
Instructional Procedures
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
Step 1: Introduction (Set Induction)
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows pictures of different foods and asks pupils which ones they like.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils look at the pictures and mention their favorite foods.
step 2: Meaning of Food Groups
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains that foods are grouped by what they do in our body.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and ask questions.
Step 3: Body Building Foods
Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows samples of protein-rich foods and explains their use.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe and name the foods.
Step 4: Energy Giving Foods
Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains foods that give strength with real examples.Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and identify examples.
Step 5: Protective Foods
Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: the teacher displays fruits and vegetables and tells their health uses.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils examine the items and ask questions.
Step 6: Sorting Activity
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Group Work
teacher’s Activity: Pupils work in groups to sort pictures or real food items into correct groups.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils classify and explain their choices.
Step 7: Note-Taking
Time: 2 mins
Teaching Skill: Note Writing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher dictates or writes summary notes on the board for pupils to copy.
Pupils’ activity: pupils copy the notes.
Step 8: evaluation/Review
Time: 2 mins
Teaching Skill: Oral Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks questions from the lesson to check understanding.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer questions.
Step 9: Conclusion
Time: 2 mins
Teaching Skill: Instructional Closure
teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the lesson and advises pupils to eat from all food groups.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and respond with examples.
Lesson Keywords
- Protein – food that helps us grow
- Carbohydrate – food that gives us energy
- Vitamins – nutrients in fruits and vegetables
- Balanced diet – eating from all food groups
- Food groups – different types of food by what they do in the body
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Mention the three main food groups.
- Give two examples of body building foods.
- State one function of energy giving food.
- Name two protective foods.
- Sort pictures of food into the correct group.
Assignment/Homework
- List five examples of foods from each food group that you eat regularly.
- Explain why it is important to eat a balanced diet.
- draw pictures of your favorite foods from each food group.
Differentiation
- For slower learners: Pair stronger pupils with others for group activities and use visual aids to support learners with lower ability.
- For advanced learners: Challenge them to create a balanced meal plan for a day, including foods from all the food groups.
- For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use colorful charts and real food samples (visual), explain concepts clearly and encourage questions (auditory), and involve them in sorting and grouping activities (kinesthetic).
Note for Teachers
Use real food samples where possible. Reinforce learning with repetition and group participation. Ensure pupils spell food items correctly during note taking.
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