DOMESTIC AND WILD ANIMALS

Subject : 

Basic Science and Technology

Term :

Second Term

Week:

Week 4

Class :

Basic 5 / Primary 5

Previous lesson : 

The pupils have previous knowledge of   various topics that have been taught previously in first term

Topic :

Domestic Animals
Common domestic animals
Grouping domestic animal based on their food
Other foods eaten by domestic animals

Behavioural objectives :

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

• Define domestic animals
• Give examples of domestic animals
• Classify domestic animals by the type of food that they eat
• Mention other foods eaten by domestic animals
   

Instructional Materials :

• Wall charts
• Pictures
• Related Online Video
• Flash Cards
• Pictures of domestic and wild animals
• Chart paper and markers
• Textbooks
• Workbooks

Methods of Teaching :

• Class Discussion
• Group Discussion
• Asking Questions
• Explanation
• Role Modelling
• Role Delegation

Reference Materials :

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks
• 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
• Workbooks

Content :

Domestic animals are animals that are kept by humans and are usually kept for a specific purpose such as providing food, labor, or companionship. Examples of domestic animals include cows, chickens, dogs, and cats.

Wild animals, on the other hand, are animals that live in the wild and are not kept by humans. Examples of wild animals include lions, elephants, bears, and deer.

A cow is a domestic animal because people keep them on farms to produce milk and meat. A lion is a wild animal because it lives in the jungle and is not kept by people.

A dog is a domestic animal because people keep them as pets and they can be trained to do different tasks like helping the blind. A deer is a wild animal because it lives in the forest and is not kept by people.

What are domestic animals   ?

Domestic animals are tamed animals that live with us at home. They are domesticated and not wide . Some of these animals  are kept at home as pets while some are kept purposely for sales or consumption. Pets are animals that are kept for fun , pleasure, friendship, companion or guide . Farm animals are animals that are reared for agricultural purposes or financial gains.

Examples of commonly found domestic animals are 

• dogs
• cats
• parrots
• goats
• hen
• cows
• ram
• pigs

Common Grouping of domestic animals

Domestic animals may either be pets (parrots, dogs etc. ) or Farm animals ( cow, goats etc.)

1. Livestock: This group includes animals that are raised for food, such as cows, pigs, sheep, and chickens.
2. Working animals: This group includes animals that are used for labor, such as horses, donkeys, and oxen.
3. Companion animals: This group includes animals that are kept for companionship, such as dogs, cats, and birds.
4. Exotic animals: This group includes animals that are not commonly kept as pets, such as snakes, lizards, and monkeys.
5. Poultry: This group includes birds that are raised for meat and eggs, such as chickens, ducks, turkeys, and geese.
6. Dairy Animals: This group includes animals that are raised for milk production, such as cows, goats, and sheep

Uses of farm Animals

1. Goats provide meat hides and skin.
2. Turkey provides meat, eggs and feathers
3. Rabbit provides meat
4. Cows provide beef meat, milk, hides and skin.
5. Horses are used for work.
6. Donkeys are used to carry loads.
7. Camel is used to carry load
8. Cattle is used to work
9. Chicken provides meat, eggs and feathers.
10. Pig provides pork meat.
11. Duck provides eggs, meat and feathers
12. Sheep provides meat and wool.

BENEFITS OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS

1. We make money by selling them to people.
2. They are used as securities (dog)
3. They are a source of food to humans.
4. Rearing of domestic animals provides employment
5. Food: Domestic animals such as cows, pigs, and chickens are raised for their meat, milk, and eggs.
6. Labor: Animals such as horses, donkeys, and oxen are used for transportation, plowing fields, and other forms of manual labor.
7. companionship: Pets such as dogs, cats, and birds can provide emotional support and companionship to their owners.
8. Protection: Animals such as dogs are often trained to protect their owners and property.
9. Entertainment: Animals such as horses are used in sports and competitions, while others like birds are used in shows.
10. Therapy: Domesticated animals like dogs, horses, and even rabbits can be trained to assist people with therapy and emotional support.
11. Education: Domestic animals can be used in educational programs to teach children about animals and their roles in society.
12. Conservation: Domesticated animals like cattle and sheep can help maintain biodiversity and grassland ecosystems.
13. Research: Domesticated animals like mice, rats, and rabbits are used in scientific research to understand human diseases and test new treatments.

Grouping domestic animal based on their food

1. Herbivore: These are domestic animals that feed sole on plants or herbs. Examples of such domestic animals are goats, cows, bull, ram ,ewe, etc.
2. Carnivore: These are domestic animals that feed on flesh or meat or fish eg cats, dogs etc.
3. Omnivore: These are pets or farm animals that feed on herbs, plants, flesh, meat or fish. They eat almost everything that they can find . Example of such domestic animal is pig
4. Insectivores: This group includes animals that primarily eat insects, such as some species of birds and reptiles.
5. Piscivores: This group includes animals that primarily eat fish, such as some species of birds and reptiles.
6. Frugivores: This group includes animals that primarily eat fruits, such as some species of primates and bats
7. Detrivores: This group includes animals that primarily eat dead plants and animals, such as some species of birds and reptiles

Presentation

The topic is presented step by step

Step 1:

The class teacher revises the previous topics which was Reproduction in Plants (Continue)

Step 2.

He introduces the new topic

Introduction (10 minutes):

• Begin the lesson by asking students if they know the difference between domestic and wild animals.
• Show them pictures of different types of animals and ask them to identify which ones are domestic and which ones are wild.
• Write their responses on chart paper for later reference.

Step 3:

The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise

Direct Instruction (20 minutes):

• Explain to students that domestic animals are animals that are kept by humans and are usually kept for a specific purpose such as providing food, labor, or companionship. Examples of domestic animals include cows, chickens, dogs, and cats.
• On the other hand, wild animals are animals that live in the wild and are not kept by humans. Examples of wild animals include lions, elephants, bears, and deer.
• Give students handouts with pictures of domestic and wild animals and have them sort them into the appropriate category.
• Review the differences between domestic and wild animals as a class.

Guided Practice (15 minutes):

• Divide students into small groups and give each group a set of pictures of animals.
• Have them work together to identify which animals are domestic and which are wild, and explain why they think so.
• Have each group present their findings to the class.

Independent Practice (10 minutes):

• Provide students with a worksheet that has pictures of different animals and have them identify which ones are domestic and which ones are wild.

Closure (5 minutes):

• Review the differences between domestic and wild animals with the class.
• Ask students to share one thing they learned during the lesson.
• Remind them that it is important to understand the differences between domestic and wild animals in order to appreciate the role they play in our lives and in the environment.

Assessment:

• Observe students during the independent practice activity to assess their understanding of the lesson.
• Collect and review the worksheets to evaluate student’s understanding of the concept.
• Use the chart paper as an informal assessment of their understanding of the concept

Conclusion

The class teacher wraps up or concludes the lesson by giving out short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.

The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.

He or she does the necessary corrections when and where  the needs arise.

Evaluation

• What are pets
• What are farm animals
• What are domestic animals
• Mention four animals that can be kept as pets
• Mention four animals that can be kept as farm animals
• Write out three classifications of domestic animals that is based on their mode of feeding.

Objective Questions

1. Which of the following animals is considered a domestic animal? A. Lion B. Cow C. Elephant D. Bear
2. Which group of animals includes animals that are raised for food? A. Livestock B. Working animals C. Companion animals D. Wild animals
3. Which of the following animals is considered a wild animal? A. Dog B. Lion C. Chicken D. Horse
4. Which of the following animals is used for transportation and manual labor? A. Pig B. Cat C. Oxen D. Sheep
5. What is the primary food source for herbivores? A. Meat B. Fish C. Plants D. Insects
6. Which of the following animals is considered an omnivore? A. Cow B. Pig C. Lion D. Snake
7. Which of the following animals is considered a carnivore? A. Chicken B. Cat C. Sheep D. Horse
8. What is the primary food source for detrivores? A. Dead plants and animals B. Fruits C. Meat D. Fish
9. Which group of domestic animals includes animals that are kept for companionship? A. Livestock B. Working animals C. Companion animals D. Wild animals
10. What are some benefits of domestic animals? A. Food B. Labor C. Companionship D. All of the above