Revision of Basic 2 work Basic Science Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Basic Science Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Subject: Basic Science
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 8 years
Topic: Revision of Basic 2 work
Sub-topic: Key Concepts from Basic 2 Science
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Recall key concepts from Basic 2 Science.
2. Explain the importance of air and water.
3. Identify different parts of a plant.
4. Describe the basic needs of animals.
5. Understand the importance of hygiene.

Keywords

• Air
• Water
• Plant
• Animal
• Hygiene

Set Induction

The teacher will show pictures of air, water, plants, animals, and hygiene practices to engage pupils and stimulate discussion.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils are familiar with basic concepts from Primary 2 Science.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Pictures of plants, animals, and hygiene practices
• Chart showing the water cycle
• Flashcards with keywords

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Review questions on topics covered in Basic 2 to activate prior knowledge.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Observation
• Communication

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Basic Science Textbook for Primary 2

Instructional Materials

• Flashcards
• Charts
• Pictures

Content

1. Air and Water

• Importance of air: Breathing, burning, and flying kites.
• Importance of water: Drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

2. Parts of a Plant

• Roots: Absorb water and nutrients.
• Stem: Supports the plant.
• Leaves: Make food through photosynthesis.
• Flowers: Help in reproduction.

3. Basic Needs of Animals

• Food, water, shelter, and care.

4. Hygiene Practices

• Handwashing
• Brushing teeth
• Bathing regularly

Evaluation

1. We need _____ to breathe.
   a) water
   b) air
   c) soil
   d) food
2. Plants make their food in the _____.
   a) roots
   b) stem
   c) leaves
   d) flowers
3. Animals need _____ to drink.
   a) juice
   b) soda
   c) water
   d) milk
4. The _____ supports the plant.
   a) root
   b) stem
   c) leaf
   d) flower
5. Good hygiene includes _____.
   a) eating junk food
   b) washing hands
   c) skipping baths
   d) wearing dirty clothes

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is air?
   Air is the invisible gas we breathe in to stay alive.
2. Why do we need water?
   We need water to drink, cook, and clean.
3. What are the parts of a plant?
   The parts of a plant are roots, stem, leaves, and flowers.
4. Why do animals need shelter?
   Animals need shelter to protect themselves from bad weather and predators.
5. What is hygiene?
   Hygiene is keeping clean to stay healthy.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic which was the importance of air and water.

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic by showing pictures and asking questions related to air, water, plants, animals, and hygiene.

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

Teacher’s Activities

• Show pictures and charts.
• Ask questions to elicit responses.
• Correct misunderstandings.

Learners’ Activities

• Answer questions.
• Participate in discussions.
• Observe pictures and charts.

Assessment

• Oral questions and answers.
• Review of fill-in-the-blank questions.

Ten Evaluation Questions

1. Why do we need air?
2. What do roots do for a plant?
3. Name one basic need of animals.
4. What is one good hygiene practice?
5. Where do plants make food?
6. Why is water important?
7. What part of the plant supports it?
8. Name one use of water.
9. How do we keep clean?
10. Why do animals need food?

Conclusion

The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides feedback.