Class: Primary 4
Term: 3rd Term
Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
Curriculum Theme: Home Economics
Previous Lesson:
Topic: Meaning Of Food And Nutrients
Content/Learning Area: Meaning Of Food, Meaning Of Nutrients
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain: Explain the meaning of food and nutrients.
Affective Domain: Show interest in eating good and healthy food.
psychomotor Domain: Identify some foods that contain nutrients.
Social Domain: Work together in groups to share examples of food.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online Details from: Britannica – Food | Definition & Nutrition
Relevant Textbooks

instructional Materials

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

Flashcards of different food items
Food chart
Real food samples (fruits, grains, protein)
Pictures showing healthy meals
Whiteboard and marker

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding food and nutrients helps pupils make healthy eating choices and grow strong and smart.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have seen and eaten various food types at home and can mention names of common foods.

Lesson Content

Meaning of Food and Nutrients

Food is what we eat every day to live and grow. It gives us energy to play, work, and learn. It also helps us stay strong and not fall sick.

The following are what food does for us:

Helps us grow
Gives us energy
Keeps us healthy
Repairs our body
Makes us strong
Helps in brain growth
Boosts our immune system

Meaning of Nutrients

Nutrients are the useful parts found in food that our body needs. Different foods give us different types of nutrients. They are:

Carbohydrates
Proteins
Fats and oils
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Fiber

Food, Nutrients and Examples

Food is any safe substance eaten or drunk to support the body. Nutrients are useful substances in food. Carbohydrates and fats supply energy; proteins support growth and repair; vitamins and minerals regulate body processes; water and fibre also support health.

Rice contains mainly carbohydrate, beans provide protein and other nutrients, vegetables and fruits provide varied vitamins, minerals and fibre, while fish and eggs provide protein. Most foods contain more than one nutrient.

Teaching Methods

to deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, lecture, Explanation, Storytelling, Question and Answer, Visual Aids, Group Work

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: Tells a story about a boy who always feels weak because he eats only sweets.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and respond to questions.

Step 2: meaning of Food

Time: 7 mins
teaching skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains what food is and why we need food. Shows food samples and food chart.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen, observe, and mention some food they know.

Step 3: Meaning of Nutrients

Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains what nutrients are and where we can find them. Uses real food examples.
Pupils’ activity: observe food items and state the nutrients they may contain.

Step 4: Group Activity

time: 6 mins
Teaching Skill: Group Work
Teacher’s Activity: Organizes pupils into small groups to identify and classify foods with nutrients.
Pupils’ Activity: Work together in groups to sort and talk about foods and nutrients.

Step 5: note-Taking

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Writing
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to copy lesson content from board.
Pupils’ activity: Copy notes in their books.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: Asks questions and checks pupils’ understanding.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions orally.

Objective-aligned checks:

Explain the meaning of food and nutrients.
Identify some foods that contain nutrients.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Instructional Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes key points and encourages pupils to eat balanced food every day.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and say what they have learnt.

Lesson Keywords

Food – What we eat to grow and stay strong
Nutrients – Good things in food that help our body
Carbohydrates – Give us energy
Proteins – Help us grow and build our body
Vitamins – Keep us healthy

lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

explain what food is.
Mention three reasons why we eat food.
Say what nutrients are.
List four types of nutrients.
Mention one food that gives protein.
Work in groups to sort food items based on nutrients.

Assignment/Homework

List five different foods you ate yesterday.
Which nutrients do you think are in those foods?
Ask your parents to help you find three more foods rich in vitamins.

Differentiation

For slower learners: The teacher will assist slower learners with visual aids and simplified explanations.
For advanced learners: Faster learners will help in leading group activities.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use flashcards, real food samples, and group activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Always connect the lesson to pupils’ daily experiences and use real examples they can relate to for better understanding.