
Week Eight
Subject: Health Habit
Class: Nursery One
Week of the First Term: 8th Week
Topic: Healthy Habits
Subtopic: Handwashing Before Meals and After Using the Toilet
Instructional Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify basic hygiene tools such as a toothbrush, soap, and comb.
- Understand the purpose of each tool in keeping the body clean.
- Participate in a simple activity using these hygiene tools.
Entry Behaviour
Pupils have learned about the care of different body parts, including hands, feet, teeth, ears, eyes, and hair.
Instructional Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Understand the importance of washing hands before meals and after using the toilet.
- Identify the steps involved in proper handwashing.
- Participate in an engaging activity related to hand hygiene.
Entry Behaviour
Pupils should have some awareness of washing hands and may have participated in handwashing at home.
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Instructional Materials
- Pictures showing handwashing steps.
- A large container or toy sink for demonstration.
- Soap and a towel (real or pretend).
- A simple handwashing song (e.g., to the tune of “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”).
- A puppet or soft toy for role play.
Content
Importance of Handwashing:
- Before Meals: Keeps our food clean and helps us stay healthy.
- After Using the Toilet: Removes germs that can make us sick.
Step 1: Introduction
Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)
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