Managing Waste for a Cleaner Environment Basic Science Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Lesson Plan Presentation: Basic Science Primary 5 First Term

Subject: Basic Science
Class: Primary 5
Term: First Term
Week: 6
Age: 9 years
Topic: Waste and Waste Disposal
Sub-topic: Meaning, Types, and Effects of Waste
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Explain the meaning of waste.
2. List the types of waste.
3. Analyze what constitutes waste.
4. Discuss the effects of waste in the environment.

Keywords:

• Waste
• Waste Disposal
• Litter
• Environment

Set Induction:

The teacher will begin by asking the pupils to look around the classroom and identify items they think are no longer useful or needed.

Entry Behaviour:

Pupils are familiar with items that are thrown away or considered useless, such as paper scraps, plastic bottles, and food wrappers.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Samples of waste items (e.g., paper, plastic bottles, wood, etc.)
• Pictures showing waste in different environments
• Whiteboard and markers

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

The teacher will connect the lesson to the pupils’ understanding of land pollution and how waste contributes to it.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Environmental awareness
• Critical thinking
• Collaboration
• Communication

Learning Materials:

• Textbooks (Lagos State Scheme of Work)
• Notebooks
• Writing materials

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Basic Science Textbook for Primary 5

Instructional Materials:

• Real waste items for practical identification
• Charts depicting types of waste and their effects
• Writing board for group discussions

Content:

1. Meaning of Waste:
   • Waste refers to any material or substance that is no longer useful or wanted and is discarded.
   • Examples include old papers, broken bottles, leftover food, and worn-out clothing.
2. Types of Waste:
   • Solid Waste: Includes items like paper, bottles, cans, and plastic. (Refuse)
   • Liquid Waste: Include waste like urine
   • Organic Waste: Refers to food scraps, leaves, and other biodegradable materials.
   • Hazardous Waste: Contains harmful substances such as chemicals, batteries, and old medicines.
3. Waste Constitutes:
   • Waste constitutes are the different components that make up waste, such as:
     • Paper Waste: Includes newspapers, cardboard, and old notebooks.
     • Plastic Waste: Bottles, bags, and containers.
     • Wood Waste: Broken furniture, branches, and sticks.
     • Litter: Small pieces of trash, such as candy wrappers and cigarette butts.
4. Effects of Waste in the Environment:
   • Environmental Pollution: Waste can pollute the air, water, and soil, making them unhealthy.
   • Health Hazards: Improperly disposed waste can attract pests, leading to the spread of diseases.
   • Aesthetic Damage: Littering makes the environment look dirty and unpleasant.
   • Wildlife Harm: Animals can ingest waste materials, which can be harmful or fatal.

Evaluation:

Fill in the blanks with the correct options (a, b, c, or d).

1. Waste is any material that is no longer ______.
   a) Useful
   b) Clean
   c) New
   d) Safe
2. An example of solid waste is ______.
   a) Water
   b) Paper
   c) Food
   d) Leaves
3. Old newspapers are an example of ______ waste.
   a) Organic
   b) Plastic
   c) Paper
   d) Hazardous
4. ______ waste includes leftover food and plant materials.
   a) Hazardous
   b) Organic
   c) Plastic
   d) Metal
5. Improperly disposed waste can lead to ______.
   a) Clean air
   b) Health hazards
   c) New products
   d) Lower prices
6. ______ waste contains harmful substances like chemicals.
   a) Organic
   b) Solid
   c) Hazardous
   d) Liquid
7. The presence of litter in an area can make it look ______.
   a) Beautiful
   b) Clean
   c) Dirty
   d) New
8. Waste that can decompose naturally is called ______.
   a) Plastic waste
   b) Organic waste
   c) Hazardous waste
   d) Metal waste
9. Animals that eat waste materials can be ______.
   a) Healthy
   b) Harmed
   c) Unaffected
   d) Strong
10. One way to reduce waste is by ______.
    a) Burning it
    b) Recycling
    c) Burying it
    d) Ignoring it

Class Activity Discussion:

1. What is waste, and why do we need to dispose of it properly?
2. Can you give examples of waste items you see around you?
3. Why is it important to separate different types of waste?
4. What happens if we do not manage our waste properly?
5. How does waste affect our environment?
6. What are some common waste items found in your home?
7. How can we reduce the amount of waste we produce?
8. What are the dangers of hazardous waste?
9. How can recycling help manage waste?
10. What should we do with waste to protect our environment?

Presentation:

Step 1:
The teacher revises the previous topic on land and noise pollution and introduces the new topic.

• Ask pupils what they think waste is and why it is important to manage it.

Step 2:
The teacher introduces the new topic as follows:

• Explain that today’s lesson will focus on understanding what waste is, its types, and its effects on our environment.

Step 3:
The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions and the teacher corrects the pupils when and where necessary.

• Have pupils pick up items they consider waste and discuss what constitutes waste.
• Organize pupils to state the different types of waste they have encountered.
• Facilitate small group discussions where pupils analyze the effects of waste on their environment.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Display different waste items and discuss what they are.
• Guide pupils in identifying and categorizing waste.
• Lead brainstorming sessions on the effects of waste.
• Encourage group work and discussions among pupils.

Learners’ Activities:

• Pick up and identify waste items around the class.
• Discuss the meaning of waste and its types.
• Work in pairs to list the types of waste.
• Analyze the effects of waste on the environment in small groups.
• Share their ideas with the class.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is waste?
2. List three types of waste.
3. What are waste constitutes?
4. How does waste affect our health?
5. What can be done to manage waste properly?
6. Why is it important to dispose of hazardous waste carefully?
7. What are some examples of organic waste?
8. How can littering damage the environment?
9. What should you do with waste items you no longer need?
10. Why should we recycle waste?

Conclusion:

The teacher goes around to assess the pupils’ group discussions and written ideas. The teacher emphasizes the importance of understanding waste and how to manage it effectively to protect the environment.

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