Agric Science Exam Agricultural Science Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Detailed Lesson Plan for Agricultural Science (Primary 2, First Term, Week 1)

Subject: Agricultural Science

Class: Primary 2

Term: First Term

Week: 1

Age: 7 years

Topic: Revision of Primary 1 Agricultural Science

Sub-topic: Basic Concepts in Agriculture

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. Define agriculture.
2. List examples of farm animals.
3. Identify basic farming tools.
4. Mention types of crops.
5. Explain the importance of agriculture.

Keywords:

• Agriculture
• Farm Animals
• Farming Tools
• Crops
• Importance

Set Induction:

Ask the pupils to mention any farm animals they know. Discuss their answers briefly to capture interest.

Entry Behavior:

Pupils have basic knowledge of farm animals and crops from Primary 1.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures of farm animals
• Flashcards with farming tools
• Samples of crops (real or pictures)
• Charts illustrating the importance of agriculture

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Review the definitions and examples of farm animals and crops discussed in Primary 1.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Observation
• Communication
• Collaboration

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Agricultural Science Primary 2
• Flashcards, pictures, charts, and sample crops

Instructional Materials:

• Flashcards with images and names of farm animals and tools
• Pictures and charts for visual aids

Content:

1. Definition of Agriculture:
   • Agriculture is the practice of farming, including growing crops and raising animals for food and other products.
2. Examples of Farm Animals:
   • Cows, chickens, goats, sheep.
3. Basic Farming Tools:
   • Hoe, cutlass, rake, watering can.
4. Types of Crops:
   • Maize, yam, rice, vegetables.
5. Importance of Agriculture:
   • Provides food, employment, raw materials, and income.

10 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

1. Agriculture is the practice of __________ (a) fishing (b) farming (c) hunting (d) weaving.
2. A cow is an example of a __________ (a) farm animal (b) pet (c) wild animal (d) insect.
3. A hoe is a __________ tool (a) cooking (b) cleaning (c) farming (d) writing.
4. Maize is a type of __________ (a) fruit (b) vegetable (c) crop (d) meat.
5. One importance of agriculture is that it provides __________ (a) toys (b) food (c) clothes (d) games.
6. Chickens lay __________ (a) eggs (b) seeds (c) fruits (d) leaves.
7. Rice is a __________ (a) fruit (b) crop (c) tool (d) animal.
8. A watering can is used to __________ (a) plant seeds (b) harvest crops (c) water plants (d) dig holes.
9. Vegetables are __________ (a) animals (b) tools (c) crops (d) insects.
10. Farmers use a rake to __________ (a) clean (b) cook (c) water (d) gather leaves.

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is agriculture?
   • Agriculture is farming, growing crops, and raising animals.
2. Can you name a farm animal?
   • Yes, a cow.
3. What tool is used to water plants?
   • A watering can.
4. What is maize?
   • Maize is a type of crop.
5. Why is agriculture important?
   • It provides food and employment.
6. What animal lays eggs?
   • Chickens lay eggs.
7. Is rice a crop or a tool?
   • Rice is a crop.
8. What do farmers use to dig holes?
   • Farmers use a hoe.
9. Are vegetables crops or animals?
   • Vegetables are crops.
10. What do we get from farm animals?

• We get food and other products.

Presentation:

Step 1:

The teacher revises the previous topic, which was an introduction to farm animals and crops.

Step 2:

The teacher introduces the new topic by explaining the definition of agriculture, showing pictures, and using flashcards.

Step 3:

The teacher allows the pupils to give their contributions and corrects them when necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the topic using simple language.
• Show pictures and flashcards.
• Ask questions to engage pupils.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen to the teacher.
• Answer questions.
• Participate in discussions.

Assessment:

• Oral questions during the lesson.
• Observe pupils’ participation.

Ten Evaluation Questions:

1. What is agriculture?
2. Name one farm animal.
3. What tool is used to dig holes?
4. Give an example of a crop.
5. Why is agriculture important?
6. What animal provides milk?
7. Name a tool used by farmers.
8. What do we get from chickens?
9. Why do farmers plant crops?
10. What is a vegetable?

Conclusion:

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

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CHRISTMAS TERM EXAMINATION (FIRST TERM) 

SUBJECT: AGRIC SCIENCE | TIME: 1 HOUR

CLASS: GRADE 2

NAME OF PUPIL:____________________ | DATE: __________

1. _______ are instruments used for working on the farm. (a) Simple farm tools (b) Animal tools (c) Human tools
2. Sickle, Cutlass, Knife, and frame saw are examples of ________. (a) Digging tools (b) Cutting tools (c) Carrying tools
3. Which of the following is a digging tool? (a) Basket (b) Knife (c) Spade
4. Basket, bucket, wheelbarrow are examples of ________. (a) Cutting tools (b) Carrying tools (c) Digging tools
5. The above tool is called _______________. (a) Shovel (b) Spade (c) Pickaxe
6. _________ are used for cutting grass, flowers, plants, and small trees. (a) Cutting tools (b) Digging tools (c) Carrying tools
7. _________ are tools used for digging the soil. (a) Cutting tools (b) Digging tools (c) Carrying tools
8. Carrying tools are used for carrying all the following except __________. (a) Crop (b) House (c) Maize
9. _________ tools are used for removing unwanted plants. (a) Gathering tools (b) Cutting tools (c) Carrying tools
10. Watering tools are used to apply water to the _____________. (a) Water (b) Book (c) Crops
11. The above tool is a ________ tool. (a) Carrying (b) Digging (c) Cutting
12. The above tool is known as ___________. (a) Shovel (b) Spade (c) Pickaxe
13. This tool is called ______________. (a) Sickle (b) Go-To-Hell (c) Cutlass
14. The above tool is used for __________. (a) Digging (b) Carrying (c) Watering
15. Sickle is used for ___________. (a) Cutting (b) Carrying (c) Watering
16. Pickaxe is used for ____________. (a) Carrying (b) Digging (c) Watering
17. _________ is used for carrying crops. (a) Basket (b) Knife (c) Farm saw
18. ___________ is used for cutting tools. (a) Frame saw (b) Basket (c) Bucket
19. The above tool is called __________. (a) Hoe (b) Spade (c) Pickaxe
20. _________ is a way of maintaining farm tools. (a) Sharpen the tools (b) Damage the tools (c) Kill the tools

THEORY

1a. What are simple farm tools? – ____________________

1b. List 4 uses of simple farm tools: – ____________________ – ____________________ – ____________________ – ____________________

2. Draw the following farm tools: (a) Shovel (b) Basket (c) Spade (d) Sickle

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