Lesson Note on Body Building Food for Primary 3

Primary 3 lesson on body-building foods, defining protein & listing examples. Includes activities for understanding & importance of protein for growth

Lesson Notes

17 Jan

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Class: Primary Three
Term: Second term
Subject: Pre-vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Agricultural Science
Previous Lesson: Examples of Energy Giving Food – Grains
Topic: Body Building Food
Content/Learning Area: Defining protein, Listing examples of body-building foods, Recognizing the importance of consuming body-building foods for growth and health
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Define protein.

Explain the importance of body-building foods for growth and health.
- Psychomotor Domain:

Identify body-building foods from a selection of pictures.
- Affective Domain:

Show appreciation for the role of body-building foods in their growth and advancement.
- Social Domain:

Reference Materials

9 – years Basic Education Curriculum
abuja educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online details
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

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

Whiteboard or chart
Markers or chalk
Pictures of body-building foods

Rationale for the lesson

this lesson is crucial for pupils’ understanding of nutrition and its impact on their health and development. Knowing about body-building foods will help them make healthy food choices throughout their lives.

Prerequisite/Previous knowledge

The teacher will start by asking pupils what they ate for breakfast. The teacher will then ask what makes them strong and healthy, leading into a discussion about the importance of food for growth.

Lesson Content

What is Protein?

Protein is a very important nutrient that helps our bodies grow,repair themselves,and stay strong. It’s like the building blocks for our muscles, bones, skin, and hair. It’s the fuel that helps us move, play, and learn!

Examples of Body-Building Food

Body-building foods are rich in protein and essential nutrients that support growth and repair. Examples are:

Eggs: Eggs are packed with protein and have all the critically important parts our bodies need to grow and repair.
Milk: Milk gives us protein and calcium, which helps build strong bones and teeth.
Chicken: Chicken is a good source of protein that helps build strong muscles.
Beans: Beans, like kidney beans and lentils, are great plant-based sources of protein and are good for digestion.
Fish: Fish like salmon have lots of protein and good fats for our brains and hearts.
Beef: Beef provides a high amount of protein and iron,essential for muscle development and energy.
Nuts: Nuts such as almonds and groundnuts are excellent sources of protein and healthy fats, contributing to overall growth.

Importance of Including Body Building Food in Our Diet

Body-building foods are essential for various bodily functions and overall health. The following are reasons why including body-building foods in our diet is important:

Muscle Growth and repair: Protein helps our muscles grow stronger.
Overall Growth and Development: Body-building foods help us grow taller and stronger.
Immune system Support: Protein helps us fight off sickness.
Energy Production: Protein helps give us energy to do things.
Healthy Bones and Teeth: Foods like milk have calcium for strong bones and teeth.
Tissue Repair: Protein aids in repairing damaged tissues, ensuring speedy recovery from injuries.
Hormone Production: Protein is crucial for producing hormones that regulate various bodily functions.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Question and answer, Visual aids

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Ask pupils what they know about food and health.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond to the teacher’s questions.

Step 2: Description of Key Concepts

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: define protein and explain its importance.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask questions.

Step 3: Exhibition/Guided Practice

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstrating
Teacher’s Activity: Show pictures of body-building foods and discuss their nutritional value.
Pupils’ Activity: Identify and name the foods.

Step 4: Autonomous Practice

Time: 5 minutes
teaching skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Ask pupils to list examples of body-building foods.
Pupils’ activity: Write down examples of body-building foods.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guiding
Teacher’s Activity: Guide pupils in taking notes on key concepts.
Pupils’ Activity: Write down important points in their notebooks.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Assessing
Teacher’s Activity: Ask evaluation questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer the evaluation questions.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the key points about protein and body-building foods.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen to the summary and ask any remaining questions.

Lesson keywords

Protein – A nutrient that helps our bodies grow and repair.
Body-building foods – Foods rich in protein that help build muscles and tissues.
Nutrient – A substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.
Balanced diet – A diet that contains the proper proportions of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water to maintain good health.
Muscle growth – The increase in the size of muscle tissues.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

What is protein?
Name two body-building foods.
Why are body-building foods critically critically important?
Can you think of other protein-rich foods?
How can you ensure you eat enough body-building foods?

Assignment/Homework

List five different body-building foods you can find at home or in the market.

Write a short paragraph explaining why it is indeed critically important to eat body-building foods every day.
Draw pictures of three of your favorite body-building foods.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
For advanced learners: Encourage them to research and present additional examples of body-building foods.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, verbal explanations, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Encourage pupils to share their personal experiences with eating body-building foods. Emphasize the importance of a balanced diet and healthy eating habits for overall well-being.

Last Update: May 4, 2025

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