Safe Swimming Pool Entry and Exit Physical and Health Education Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Detailed Lesson Plan

Subject: Physical and Health Education
Class: Primary 2
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 10
Age: 6–7 years
Topic: Entry and Coming Out of the Swimming Pool
Sub-topic: Safe Practices for Entering and Exiting the Pool
Duration: 40 minutes

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Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Explain safe methods of entering and exiting a swimming pool.
2. Demonstrate how to use handrails when entering or exiting the pool.
3. Identify rules to follow when near a swimming pool.

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Keywords

• Swimming Pool
• Entry
• Exit
• Handrails
• Safety

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Set Induction

The teacher displays a picture of a swimming pool and asks, “How do we safely get into or out of the swimming pool without falling or getting hurt?”

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Entry Behaviour

Pupils have seen videos or images of people using handrails and other safe practices when entering or exiting a swimming pool.

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Learning Resources and Materials

• Wall charts showing safe pool entry and exit techniques
• Flashcards with safety rules
• Swimming pool models or images
• Videos demonstrating proper swimming pool practices

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Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The pupils are familiar with the benefits of swimming and have observed people swimming.

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Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking (identifying safe practices)
• Communication (discussing pool safety)
• Observation skills (watching demonstrations)

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Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Compendium of Physical and Health Education for Primary Schools, Book 2
• 9-Year Basic Education Curriculum

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Instructional Materials

• Picture charts
• Flashcards
• Swimming pool models
• Role-playing setups

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Content

Definition and Explanation

1. Entry into a Swimming Pool:
   • Use handrails to lower yourself safely.
   • Enter from the shallow end if you are a beginner.
   • Avoid jumping or diving unless trained to do so.
2. Exiting a Swimming Pool:
   • Use handrails to pull yourself up slowly.
   • Exit from the shallow end.
   • Avoid running or rushing.

Safe Practices for Entry and Exit

1. Always walk near the pool; don’t run.
2. Use the handrails for support.
3. Enter from a shallow end of the pool.
4. Never push anyone near a pool.
5. Only jump or dive if you are an experienced swimmer.

Examples of Safe Practices

1. Holding the handrails while stepping into the pool.
2. Sitting at the pool’s edge and sliding in.
3. Using a ladder to exit the pool.
4. Avoiding horseplay near the pool.
5. Drying your feet to avoid slipping when exiting.

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Evaluation Questions

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. You should always use the ______ when entering the pool.
   a) Ladder
   b) Handrails
   c) Rope
   d) Net
2. Beginners should enter from the ______ end of the pool.
   a) Shallow
   b) Deep
   c) Middle
   d) Far
3. ______ near the pool can cause accidents.
   a) Running
   b) Walking
   c) Swimming
   d) Standing

(12 more questions follow in the same format.)

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Class Activity Discussion (FAQs)

1. What is the safest way to enter a swimming pool?
   Use the handrails or slide in from the pool’s edge.
2. Why shouldn’t you jump into the pool as a beginner?
   It is unsafe, and you could hurt yourself.
3. Where should a beginner enter the pool?
   From the shallow end.

(12 more FAQs with answers.)

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Presentation

Step 1: Revising the Previous Topic

• The teacher revises the benefits of swimming by asking pupils to share what they learned previously.

Step 2: Introducing the New Topic

• The teacher explains the topic: “Today, we will learn how to enter and exit a swimming pool safely.”

Step 3: Encouraging Participation

• The teacher asks pupils to demonstrate what they think is the correct way to enter and exit the pool.
• The teacher corrects and guides pupils as needed.

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Teacher’s Activities

1. Explain the safe practices for pool entry and exit.
2. Show pictures and videos to illustrate the topic.
3. Supervise pupil demonstrations and provide corrections.

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Learners’ Activities

1. Listen to the teacher’s explanation.
2. Watch demonstrations of pool safety techniques.
3. Practice demonstrating the safe methods.

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Assessment

Short-Answer Questions

1. What is the correct way to enter a swimming pool?
2. Why should you use handrails when exiting a pool?
3. Where should beginners enter a pool from?

(7 more questions.)

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Conclusion

• The teacher summarizes the lesson by reviewing the key points.
• Pupils copy notes into their exercise books.
• The teacher provides corrections where necessary.

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Assignment

Read about “Practical Demonstrations of Swimming Safety.”

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