Lesson Plan for Primary One (Age 6)
Subject: Basic Technology
Class: Primary One
Week of the First Term
Topic: Introduction to Simple Machines
Sub Topic: What is a Simple Machine?
Instructional Objectives
At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify and name examples of simple machines found in their environment.
- Explain in their own words what makes an object a simple machine.
- Demonstrate the use of a simple machine, such as a broom or spoon, through practical examples.
Entry Behaviour
Pupils should already know what a tool is and have basic experience with common household items. They should be familiar with simple everyday objects and their uses.
Instructional Materials
- Charts with pictures of various simple machines (e.g., broom, spoon, seesaw)
- Real examples of simple machines (e.g., broom, spoon, can-opener)
- Flashcards with names and pictures of simple machines
Reference Materials
- Chris Ijiyemi. (2016). Foundations of Sci. & Tech for Basic Educ Book 1. Lagos: Metropolitan Publishers.
- U.M.O Ivowi, E.O. Adeniyi, David Omole, Emma Ayodele, T.C. Ogbuanya, I.T. Landu. (2017). Basic Science and Technology Primary Bk 1. Lagos: Metropolitan Publishers.
Content:
- A simple machine is a device that makes work easier by changing the direction or magnitude of a force.
- Examples include the broom, which helps us sweep easily, and the spoon, which helps us eat our food more conveniently.
- Simple machines help us perform tasks with less effort and are commonly found in our daily lives.
Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)
Step 1: Introduction
Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)
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