Staying Safe: Understanding Accidents in Our Homes Social Studies Primary 1

Lesson Plan

Subject: Social Studies
Class: Basic 1
Term: 1
Week: 3
Age: 6-7 years
Topic: Accidents in My Home
Sub-topic: Understanding Accidents
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

• Students will be able to define what an accident is.
• Students will identify different types of accidents that can happen at home.
• Students will discuss ways to avoid accidents.

Keywords: Accident, Safety, Home, Carefulness

Set Induction:

• Begin the lesson by asking students if they have ever had an accident at home. Allow a few students to share their experiences.

Entry Behavior:

• Students should be familiar with basic home activities and environments.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures of common household accidents
• Flashcards with accident scenarios
• Whiteboard and markers
• Safety posters

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

• Discuss common activities in the home (e.g., cooking, playing) and how these can lead to accidents.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Collaboration

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Safety tips handout

Instructional Materials:

• Projector (if available)
• Printed illustrations of accidents

Content:

• Definition of an Accident:
  An accident is when someone hurts themselves by mistake.
• Types of Accidents in the Home:
  • Falling down if running on a wet floor.
  • Cutting oneself with a knife or glass.
  • Burning oneself with an iron or hot water.
  • Getting shocked by playing with electricity.
• Importance of Safety:
  It is important to be careful to avoid accidents. Children should always pay attention to their surroundings.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

1. An accident is when someone hurts themselves by _______.
   (a) choice
   (b) mistake
   (c) plan
2. Children may ______ down if they run on a wet floor.
   (a) jump
   (b) fall
   (c) walk
3. A child may cut themselves with a ______.
   (a) spoon
   (b) knife
   (c) toy
4. You can get burned with an iron or with hot ______.
   (a) food
   (b) water
   (c) air
5. Playing with ______ can lead to an electric shock.
   (a) toys
   (b) electricity
   (c) water
6. It is important to be ______ to avoid accidents.
   (a) careless
   (b) careful
   (c) noisy
7. I do not like having an ______.
   (a) fun
   (b) accident
   (c) experience
8. If you are not careful, you might get ______.
   (a) hurt
   (b) happy
   (c) tired
9. Children can help avoid accidents by ______.
   (a) running
   (b) being careful
   (c) shouting
10. Accidents can happen while ______.
    (a) sleeping
    (b) cooking
    (c) watching TV
11. ______ can cause falls in the home.
    (a) Toys
    (b) Water
    (c) Both a and b
12. A cut can happen if you touch ______.
    (a) glass
    (b) wood
    (c) fabric
13. Hot water can ______ you.
    (a) help
    (b) hurt
    (c) save
14. Accidents are usually ______.
    (a) funny
    (b) planned
    (c) unplanned
15. Always be ______ around sharp objects.
    (a) careful
    (b) loud
    (c) silly

Class Activity Discussion 

1. Q: What is an accident?
   A: An accident is when someone hurts themselves by mistake.
2. Q: What can cause a fall at home?
   A: Running on a wet floor can cause a fall.
3. Q: How can children cut themselves?
   A: They may cut themselves with a knife or glass.
4. Q: What can burn a child?
   A: An iron or hot water can burn a child.
5. Q: What happens if a child plays with electricity?
   A: They may get shocked.
6. Q: Why should children be careful?
   A: To avoid accidents.
7. Q: Can accidents happen while cooking?
   A: Yes, they can happen while cooking.
8. Q: What is one way to avoid accidents?
   A: Be careful and pay attention.
9. Q: Are all accidents serious?
   A: Not all accidents are serious, but they can still hurt.
10. Q: What should you do if you see a wet floor?
    A: Walk carefully to avoid slipping.
11. Q: Can accidents happen while playing?
    A: Yes, accidents can happen while playing.
12. Q: What should you do if you get hurt?
    A: Tell an adult right away.
13. Q: Is it safe to run in the house?
    A: No, it is not safe to run in the house.
14. Q: What are sharp objects?
    A: Items like knives or broken glass.
15. Q: Why do we need to talk about accidents?
    A: To learn how to stay safe.

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic which was about safety rules at home.

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic of accidents in the home, explaining what an accident is and discussing types of accidents.

Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions, sharing personal experiences, and corrects them when necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Engage students in discussion about their experiences with accidents.
• Show pictures of accidents and ask students to identify them.
• Facilitate a role-play to demonstrate safe behaviors.

Learner’s Activities:

• Share their experiences related to accidents.
• Participate in identifying pictures of accidents.
• Engage in role-playing scenarios to practice safety.

Assessment:

• Observe students’ participation during discussions.
• Review answers from fill-in-the-blank questions and FAQs.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is an accident?
2. Name one way to avoid an accident.
3. What happens if you run on a wet floor?
4. What can burn you in the kitchen?
5. Why is it important to be careful?
6. What can you cut yourself with?
7. What should you do if you see a sharp object?
8. How can playing with electricity be dangerous?
9. What should you tell an adult if you get hurt?
10. Can accidents happen while playing?

Conclusion:
The teacher goes around to mark the worksheets and reviews the importance of safety at home. Students are encouraged to share what they learned about avoiding accidents.

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