Class: Primary Six
Term: First Term
Subject: pre-vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Home Economics
Previous Lesson: Guideline
Topic: Reasons For Cleaning The House And School Habitat
Content/Learning Area: Reasons For Cleaning The House And School Surroundings
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain:

– List five reasons for cleaning the home and school environment.

• Affective Domain:

– Develop a positive attitude towards maintaining cleanliness in their surroundings.

• Psychomotor Domain:

– Demonstrate basic cleaning activities like sweeping and dusting.

• Social Domain:

– Work cooperatively with classmates to ensure a clean and healthy classroom environment.

Reference Materials

• 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Centre scheme of Work
• NAPPS National unified Scheme of Work
• Online Facts from MedicineNet – Home and Family: Tips for a Healthy Home Environment
• relevant Textbooks

Instructional materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will employ the help of the following materials:

• A broom, dustpan, mop, and cleaning cloth
• Chart showing clean vs. dirty environments
• Short video or pictures of children cleaning their home and classroom

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the importance of cleaning helps pupils develop responsibility for their environment.A clean home and classroom promote good health, prevent the spread of diseases, and enhance the learning experience.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils are familiar with basic cleaning tools and activities.

Lesson Content

Reasons for Cleaning The House And School Environment

Cleaning is a very important activity that helps maintain hygiene and a pleasant environment both at home and in school. When we clean, we remove dirt, dust, and germs, which helps to keep us healthy and prevents the spread of diseases. Some of the reasons why we should always clean our homes and classrooms are:

The following are reasons why we should always clean our homes and classrooms:

1. Prevention of Diseases: A clean environment reduces the chances of spreading germs and diseases like malaria and flu.
2. Healthy Living: Clean surroundings promote a healthy lifestyle, which helps us stay strong and energetic.
3. Comfort: A tidy place makes us feel more cozy and relaxed, whether we are at home or in school.
4. Organization: Cleaning helps us keep things in order so we can find them easily when needed.
5. Improved Learning Environment: A clean classroom makes it easier for everyone to focus on their studies and perform better.
6. Pest Control: Regular cleaning helps to eliminate pests like cockroaches, rodents, and mosquitoes that thrive in dirty environments.
7. Safety: Cleaning helps to remove hazards like spills and clutter that can cause accidents and injuries.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Clarification, Exhibition, and Questioning.

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction (Set Induction)

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher asks pupils why they clean their home and classroom.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond by mentioning reasons like removing dirt and staying healthy.
Learning Point: Pupils recall their experiences with cleaning.

Step 2: Explanation of Topic

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher explains the importance of cleaning using visuals.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the charts and listen attentively.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the importance of a clean environment.

Step 3: Reasons for Cleaning

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher discusses 5 main reasons for cleaning the home and school.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share examples from their homes or classrooms.
Learning Point: Pupils are able to list and explain the reasons for cleaning.

Step 4: Classroom Cleaning Demonstration

Time: 8 mins
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
teacher’s Activity: Teacher demonstrates how to sweep and dust, and divides the class into groups.Pupils’ Activity: pupils participate in cleaning a portion of the classroom under supervision.
Learning Point: pupils develop cleaning skills and understand its importance.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Note Copying
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher dictates critically critically important points for pupils to copy in their notebooks.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the key points into their notebooks.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning through note-taking.

Step 6: Evaluation and Questions

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher asks pupils questions to evaluate their understanding.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer the questions and clarify any doubts.Learning Point: Teacher assesses pupils’ comprehension and addresses misconceptions.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 1 min
Teaching Skill: Summary
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher summarizes the key reasons for cleaning and its importance.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and ask any remaining questions.
Learning point: Pupils leave the lesson with a clear understanding of the topic.

Lesson Keywords

• Hygiene – Practices that maintain health and prevent the spread of diseases.
• Sanitation – Measures taken to protect public health, including waste disposal and cleanliness.
• Germs – Microorganisms that can cause diseases.
• Environment – The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.
• Cleanliness – The state of being clean and free from dirt or pollutants.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning,the teacher asks pupils to:

1. List five reasons why we need to clean our environment.
2. How does cleaning help prevent diseases?
3. Why is it critically important to have a clean classroom?
4. Demonstrate the correct way to sweep a floor.
5. Explain how cleaning helps us to be organized.

Assignment/Homework

1. List three cleaning activities you can do at home.
2. Write a short paragraph on why it is indeed critically important to keep your school environment clean.
3. help clean a specific area at home and write about your experience.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide simplified explanations and one-on-one assistance during the cleaning activity.
• For advanced learners: Encourage them to research and present on the environmental impact of poor sanitation.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, verbal instructions, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Ensure that all cleaning materials are safe for pupils to use and that proper supervision is provided during the cleaning activity. Emphasize the importance of teamwork and personal hygiene.