Note for teachers using this lesson plan
Before this lesson, prepare picture cards or charts showing fathers, mothers, and children performing various roles at home. Also, have simple props ready for role-play, such as a toy broom, a small cooking pot, or a book. The central idea for pupils is to understand that everyone in a family has important jobs, and they, as children, also have roles to play. Observe pupils as they mention or demonstrate simple ways they help at home, showing their understanding of family contributions.
Class: Pre-School Level 2
Term: First Term
Week: 8
Age: 3 years
Duration: 30 minutes
Subject: Social Habits
Curriculum Theme: Social Habits
Previous Lesson: Not separately stated in the scheme.
Topic: ROLES OF FAMILY MEMBERS AT HOME
Subject Matter: ROLES OF MEMBERS OF THE FAMILY. Weekly focus: Roles of Family Members at Home.
Specific Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain
- Identify the roles of a father in a family.
- Identify the roles of a mother in a family.
- Mention simple roles of children at home.
Affective Domain
- Appreciate the contributions of their parents.
- Show willingness to help with simple tasks at home.
Psychomotor Domain
- Demonstrate simple helping actions a child can do at home.
Social Domain
- Participate in discussions about family roles.
Reference Materials
- NAPPS National Unified Teaching Scheme for Pre-School Level 2
- Relevant Early Childhood Care and Education resources
Instructional Materials
- Charts showing fathers, mothers, and children doing various home activities
- Posters depicting family members in different roles
- Picture cards of household chores and family activities
- Simple props for role-play (e.g., toy broom, apron, book)
- Audio device for playing a song (optional)
Rationale for the Lesson
This lesson helps 3-year-olds understand the different responsibilities that family members have at home. It fosters an appreciation for their parents’ efforts and teaches them that they too can contribute to the family’s well-being, promoting a sense of belonging and responsibility from an early age.Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils can identify members of their immediate family (e.g., father, mother, brother, sister) and know their names. They also have some basic understanding of what happens at home.Lesson Content/Board Summary
ROLES OF FAMILY MEMBERS AT HOME
A family is a group of people who live together, like a father, mother, and children. Everyone in the family has important jobs, called roles, to help the home run smoothly.
Roles of a Father
- Works to provide money for the family.
- Protects the family and keeps them safe.
- Helps with chores around the house.
- Plays with the children.
Roles of a Mother
- Cooks food for the family.
- Takes care of the children.
- Cleans the house.
- Helps children with their learning.
Roles of Children
- Obey their parents.
- Help with simple chores (e.g., putting away toys, arranging shoes).
- Learn and go to school.
- Play nicely with siblings.
- Respect elders.
Key Words
- Family – People who live together, like mummy, daddy, and children.
- Role – The job or part someone does in the family.
- Help – To do something to make a task easier for someone.
Family Helper Rhyme
Tune: Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
Lyrics:
Daddy works, so strong and kind,
Mummy cooks, a treat we find.
Children help, with hands so small,
We love our family, one and all.
Daddy, Mummy, children too,
Happy family, me and you!
Actions: Point to self for “Daddy/Mummy,” make strong arm muscles, pretend to cook, use small hand gestures for “small hands,” hug self for “love our family,” point to self and others for “me and you.”
Watch and Learn About Family Roles
💡 Teacher Guide for Using This Board Summary
How to teach the content: Begin by asking pupils about their family members. Use the charts and picture cards to introduce the roles of the father and mother, giving simple, relatable examples. Then, discuss the children’s roles, emphasizing simple ways they can help. Keep explanations short and use clear, simple language.
What to show or demonstrate: Show pictures of fathers working or playing with children, mothers cooking or caring for babies, and children putting away toys or helping to set the table. Demonstrate simple actions like sweeping with a toy broom or arranging books.
How to use the rhyme/song: Introduce the “Family Helper Rhyme” after discussing the roles of children. Sing it slowly with the pupils, demonstrating the actions. Repeat the rhyme several times to help pupils learn the words and actions, reinforcing the idea of helping at home.
How to use the video: Introduce the video as a fun way to see what different family members do. Play the video, ensuring pupils can see and hear clearly. After watching, ask pupils to name some of the jobs they saw family members doing in the video and how they relate to their own families.
What to watch for: Observe if pupils can correctly identify a role for each parent and can mention at least one simple way they can help at home. Watch for their participation in role-play and their engagement with the rhyme and video.
Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques
- Play-based Learning
- Demonstration
- Guided Practice
- Songs and Rhymes
- Picture Talk
- Question and Answer
- Role-play
- Imitation
Instructional Procedures
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Engagement/Recall
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them to name their family members (mummy, daddy, siblings). The teacher sings a simple “My Family” song (e.g., “This is my daddy, strong and tall…”).
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils greet the teacher, name their family members, and sing along with the teacher.
Learning Point: Pupils recall and identify their family members.
Step 2: Presentation (Father’s Role)
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Visual Aid
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows pictures/charts of fathers performing various roles (e.g., working, providing, protecting, playing). The teacher explains in simple terms what fathers do for the family.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the pictures and listen to the teacher. They mention one thing their daddy does.
Learning Point: Pupils understand that fathers have important roles in the family.
Step 3: Presentation (Mother’s Role)
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows pictures/charts of mothers performing various roles (e.g., cooking, caring for children, cleaning). The teacher discusses what mothers do for the family.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the pictures and share one thing their mummy does.
Learning Point: Pupils understand that mothers have important roles in the family.
Step 4: Presentation (Children’s Role)
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guidance/Rhyme Integration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks pupils, “What do children do at home?” The teacher guides them to mention simple helping tasks (e.g., putting toys away, obeying). The teacher introduces and sings the “Family Helper Rhyme” with actions.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils mention simple ways they help at home and sing the rhyme with actions.
Learning Point: Pupils identify their roles as children in the family and learn a reinforcing rhyme.
Step 5: Guided Practice/Role-play
Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Practical Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher provides simple props (e.g., toy broom, small apron, book) and guides pupils to demonstrate simple roles, such as pretending to sweep, cook, or read. The teacher praises their efforts.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils take turns demonstrating simple helping actions or roles using the props.
Learning Point: Pupils practically demonstrate understanding of family roles through play.
Step 6: Video Reinforcement
Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Media Integration/Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces a short educational video about family roles. After the video, the teacher asks pupils to name some of the jobs they saw family members doing.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch the video and respond to questions by naming some family roles.
Learning Point: Pupils reinforce their understanding of family roles through visual learning.
Step 7: Evaluation/Review
Time: 4–5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher checks pupils’ understanding through short questions and practical tasks.
- “What does a daddy do for the family?” (Show picture of a father)
- “What does a mummy do for the family?” (Show picture of a mother)
- “Can you show me one way you help at home?” (e.g., pretend to put toys away)
- “Who cooks food in your house?”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond orally and demonstrate the required skill where appropriate.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.
Step 8: Conclusion
Time: 1 minute
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Encouragement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher praises the pupils for their participation and reminds them that everyone in the family is important and helps each other. The teacher encourages them to continue helping at home.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and acknowledge the importance of helping at home.
Learning Point: Pupils feel encouraged to contribute positively to their families.
Lesson Keywords
- Family – A group of people living together, like parents and children.
- Father – The male parent in a family.
- Mother – The female parent in a family.
- Child – A young person, a son or daughter.
- Role – The job or duty someone has in the family.
- Help – To assist someone in doing something.
Differentiation
- Support: For pupils who are struggling, use larger, clearer picture cards and simplify questions to “Who is this?” and “What does mummy/daddy do?” Provide hand-over-hand guidance during role-play demonstrations. Focus on one simple role for each family member.
- Extension: For advanced pupils, ask them to name two things their parents do or to describe a specific time they helped at home. Encourage them to identify other family members (e.g., grandma, grandpa) and their roles if applicable.
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