Physical Fitness and Population Social Studies Primary 5 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Social Studies Primary 5 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Subject: Social Studies

Class: Primary 5

Term: Third Term

Week: 5

Topic: Staying Healthy and Household Living

Sub-topic: Personal Fitness and Household Population

Duration: 45 minutes

Behavioural Objectives: Students will understand how to stay physically fit and recognize the effects of household population on personal hygiene.

Key Vocabulary Words: Fitness, Hygiene, Population, Overcrowding, Development

Learning Resources and Materials: Whiteboard, markers, textbook, illustrations, worksheets

Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work, Primary 5 Social Studies textbook

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge: Reviewing previous lessons on health and community living, discussing the importance of personal hygiene and the concept of population.

Embedded Core Skills: Critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving.

Methods Of Teaching 

• Discussion
• Explanation
• Dramatization
• Dialogue
• Story telling
• Questions and Answers
• Role Modelling

Instructional Materials 

• Wall Charts
• Pictures
• Online materials
• Textbooks
• Scheme of work
• Workbooks

Content 

1. To keep physically fit, it’s important to _______ and rest adequately. a) Exercise b) Sleep c) Eat d) Play
2. Eating _______ food helps to keep our bodies nourished. a) Junk b) Healthy c) Sugary d) Processed
3. It’s best to _______ from sugary food to maintain good health. a) Consume b) Avoid c) Share d) Buy
4. Drinking _______ helps to keep our bodies hydrated. a) Juice b) Soda c) Water d) Milk
5. Regular _______ is important for staying active and fit. a) Eating b) Sleeping c) Exercise d) Studying
6. It’s important to avoid consuming _______ food for better health. a) Healthy b) Junk c) Fresh d) Fruits
7. _______ drugs can harm our bodies and minds. a) Using b) Avoiding c) Sharing d) Ignoring
8. Maintaining _______ helps to prevent the spread of germs. a) Personal hygiene b) Public hygiene c) School hygiene d) None of the above
9. Excessive consumption of alcohol can _______ our health. a) Improve b) Damage c) Enhance d) Repair
10. Proper _______ at home can prevent accidents and injuries. a) Arrangement b) Cleaning c) Cooking d) Sleeping
11. Overcrowding can occur when _______ people live in one room. a) Few b) Many c) None d) Some
12. Physical growth may be _______ when many people share a single room. a) Enhanced b) Hindered c) Ignored d) Strengthened
13. Communicable diseases can easily _______ from person to person in crowded places. a) Decrease b) Spread c) Disappear d) Isolate
14. _______ advancement can be hindered due to lack of money. a) Educational b) Physical c) Social d) Cultural
15. Unclean toilet facilities are common when _______ members share one single toilet. a) Few b) All c) Some d) None

Class Activity Discussion 

1. Why is it important to take enough sleep and rest? Answer: Taking enough sleep and rest helps our bodies recharge and stay healthy.
2. What kind of food should we eat to keep physically fit? Answer: We should eat good nourishing food like fruits, vegetables, and grains.
3. Why should we abstain from sugary food? Answer: Abstaining from sugary food helps us avoid feeling tired and keeps our teeth healthy.
4. How much water should we drink to stay healthy? Answer: We should drink enough water to stay hydrated and help our bodies function properly.
5. Why is regular exercise important? Answer: Regular exercise keeps our bodies active and strong.
6. What should we avoid eating to stay fit? Answer: We should avoid eating junk fast food as it can make us feel sluggish and unhealthy.
7. Why is it harmful to abuse drugs? Answer: Abusing drugs can harm our bodies and minds.
8. How does maintaining personal cleanliness help? Answer: Maintaining personal cleanliness prevents the spread of germs and keeps us healthy.
9. Why should we not drink alcohol in excess? Answer: Drinking alcohol in excess can damage our health and judgment.
10. How can arranging things at home prevent accidents? Answer: Arranging things at home in their proper places can prevent domestic accidents and injuries.
11. What happens if there are too many people living in one room? Answer: Overcrowding can occur, making living conditions uncomfortable.
12. How does overcrowding affect physical growth? Answer: Physical growth may be hindered when there are too many people sharing one room.
13. Why are communicable diseases easily transmitted in crowded places? Answer: In crowded places, germs can spread quickly from person to person.
14. How does lack of money hinder educational advancement? Answer: Without enough money, it’s difficult for some people to further their education.
15. Why are toilet facilities not always clean in households with many members? Answer: When many people share one single toilet, it’s challenging to keep it clean at all times.

Presentation :

• • Step 1: Revision of Previous Topic: Recap on personal hygiene and its importance. Personal Hygiene and Physical Development
  • Step 2: Introduction of New Topic: Present the concept of staying physically fit and the impact of household population on hygiene.
  • Step 3: Student Contributions: Encourage students to share their ideas on staying physically fit and the effects of overcrowding.
• Teacher’s Activities:
  • Present key points on staying physically fit and household population.
  • Facilitate class discussions and group activities.
  • Provide examples and illustrations to enhance understanding.
• Learners’ Activities:
  • Participate in class discussions.
  • Engage in group activities and brainstorming sessions.
  • Complete worksheets and exercises related to the topic.
• Assessment:
  • Observe students’ participation in discussions and activities.
  • Evaluate completed worksheets and exercises.
• Evaluation Questions:
  1. What are some ways to stay physically fit?
  2. Why is it important to avoid sugary food?
  3. How does overcrowding affect personal hygiene?
  4. Name two characteristics of household population.
  5. What can hinder physical growth and development in crowded conditions?
  6. Explain the concept of personal cleanliness.
  7. Why is it important to drink enough water?
  8. Describe the effects of alcohol abuse on health.
  9. How can arranging things at home prevent accidents?
  10. Discuss the significance of educational advancement.
• Conclusion: Review key points discussed, provide feedback, and address any questions or misconceptions. Mark and correct evaluation questions to reinforce learning.

Assignment 

Please kindly prepare for the next lesson by reading about

Drug Abuse . Sources of Illicit Drugs