Basic Science (Weekly Plan)
week One : The Senses (Definition and Identification)
Week Two: The Senses (Matching the sense organ)
Week Three: The senses-Sight (Meaning or sight, importance of the eye as the sense of sight)
Week Four: The senses – Hearing (The ear as organ of hearing, Different sounds that animals produce)
Week Five: The senses-Smell (The nose as the organ of smell, The nose as the organ of smell and Pleasant and unpleasant odour)
Week Six: The Senses-Taste (The tongue as the organ of taste Taste, Taste of substances and types)
Week Seven: Mid Term
Week Eight: The Senses- Touch (the importance of the skin (rough and coarse objects; cold and hot, etc.)
Week Nine: Meaning of soil (Types of soil)
Week Ten: Sandy Soil (organisms, texture, colour and size of the sandy soil particles)
Week One
Subject: Basic Science
Class: Primary Two
Week of the First Term: 1st Week
Topic: The Senses
Sub-Topic: Definition and Identification
Instructional Objectives
At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define the five senses.
- Identify each sense and its corresponding sense organ.
- Demonstrate the use of each sense in practical activities.
Entry Behaviour
Pupils should already know the basic parts of the human body and their functions.
Instructional Materials
- Textbook
- Visual aids (charts depicting the senses and their organs)
- Flashcards with images and words related to the senses
Reference Materials
Ijiyemi, C. (2016). Foundations of Sci. & Tech for Basic Educ Book 2. Metropolitan Publishers, Lagos.
Oyinlola, M., Rahaman, B., & Ezeume, I. (2015). Basic Science for Primary School 2 Textbook (Bec Edition). Spectrum Book Limited, Lagos.
Content
Introduction
Sense organs are special parts of our body that help us understand and enjoy the world around us. They send messages to our brain about what we see, hear, smell, taste, and touch.
Body
The Five Sense Organs are
- Eyes (Sight)
- Ears (Hearing)
- Nose (Smell)
- Tongue (Taste)
- Skin (Touch)
Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)
Step 1: Introduction
Begin with a story about a day in the life of a child who uses their senses to explore the world around them. Ask the pupils questions about the story to engage their interest.
Step 2: Explanation
Explain the five senses and their corresponding organs. Use simple language and examples, such as looking at a flower (sight) or hearing a bird sing (hearing).
Step 3: Demonstration
Show visual aids and flashcards that depict each sense and its organ. Demonstrate each sense with practical examples, like smelling a flower or tasting a piece of fruit.
Step 4: Guided Practice
Have the pupils participate in activities that use their senses, such as identifying objects by touch while blindfolded or guessing sounds played from a recording.
Step 5: Independent Practice
Provide worksheets where pupils match senses to their organs or draw pictures of activities that use each sense.
Step 6: Feedback
Review the worksheets and activities with the pupils, giving feedback on their performance. Address any misconceptions and reinforce the key points of the lesson.
Evaluation
Formative Assessment: Observe pupils during activities and ask questions to gauge their understanding.
Summative Assessment: Have pupils complete a short quiz where they label the sense organs and describe the function of each sense.
Summary/Conclusion
Summarize the key points about the five senses and their importance. Answer any remaining questions and reinforce the concepts learned.
Assignment
List and mention the five sense organs.