Health Habits Kindergarten Age 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Lesson Plan Presentation

Subject: Health Habits
Class: Kindergarten
Term: First Term
Week: Week 1
Age: 4-5 years
Topic: Health Habits
Sub-topic: Daily Health Routines
Duration: 40 minutes

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

1. Identify daily health routines.
2. Explain the importance of brushing teeth.
3. Demonstrate proper handwashing techniques.
4. Recognize healthy eating habits.

Keywords: Health, Habits, Brush, Teeth, Handwash, Healthy, Eat

Set Induction:
Begin by asking the pupils about their morning routines. Discuss what they do when they wake up.

Entry Behaviour:
Pupils have basic knowledge of daily routines like waking up and eating breakfast.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Soap and water
• Picture charts of healthy foods
• Handwashing song

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Children are familiar with morning activities like brushing teeth and eating breakfast. Connect these to the idea of health habits.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Listening skills
• Fine motor skills (brushing teeth, washing hands)
• Social skills (discussion and sharing ideas)

Reference Books:
Lagos State Scheme of Work for Kindergarten

Instructional Materials:

• Toothbrush, toothpaste
• Soap, water
• Picture charts
• Handwashing song

Content:

1. Daily Health Routines:
   • Brushing teeth
   • Washing hands
   • Eating healthy foods
   • Bathing regularly
   • Getting enough sleep
2. Examples:
   • Brush your teeth every morning and night.
   • Wash your hands before eating.
   • Eat fruits and vegetables daily.
   • Take a bath every day.
   • Sleep early and get enough rest.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

1. We should brush our _____ every morning.
   a) hair
   b) teeth
   c) shoes
   d) clothes
2. It is important to wash our hands with _____ and water.
   a) soap
   b) juice
   c) milk
   d) oil
3. Eating _____ is good for our health.
   a) candies
   b) fruits
   c) chips
   d) cakes
4. We should sleep early to get enough _____.
   a) food
   b) toys
   c) rest
   d) clothes
5. We should take a _____ every day.
   a) nap
   b) bath
   c) walk
   d) snack
6. Always wash your hands before _____.
   a) playing
   b) eating
   c) sleeping
   d) studying
7. We use a _____ to brush our teeth.
   a) spoon
   b) comb
   c) toothbrush
   d) fork
8. Healthy foods include _____.
   a) candies
   b) cakes
   c) vegetables
   d) soda
9. We need to wash our hands after using the _____.
   a) toilet
   b) bed
   c) TV
   d) computer
10. Drinking plenty of _____ is important for our health.
    a) soda
    b) water
    c) coffee
    d) tea

FAQs:

1. Q: Why do we brush our teeth?
   A: To keep them clean and healthy.
2. Q: When should we wash our hands?
   A: Before eating and after using the toilet.
3. Q: What are some healthy foods?
   A: Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
4. Q: How often should we take a bath?
   A: Every day.
5. Q: Why is sleep important?
   A: It helps us rest and grow.
6. Q: What should we use to wash our hands?
   A: Soap and water.
7. Q: Can we eat candies every day?
   A: No, they are not healthy for us.
8. Q: What should we drink a lot of every day?
   A: Water.
9. Q: Why is it important to eat breakfast?
   A: It gives us energy for the day.
10. Q: What should we do before going to bed?
    A: Brush our teeth.

Presentation: Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic which was “Our Body Parts”.

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic by showing a toothbrush and asking, “Who used this today?” Discuss its importance.

Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to share their morning routines. Correct them when necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Show how to brush teeth and wash hands.
• Discuss healthy foods and sleep routines.
• Sing a handwashing song.

Learners’ Activities:

• Demonstrate brushing teeth and washing hands.
• Share their favorite healthy foods.
• Participate in singing the handwashing song.

Assessment:

• Observe pupils demonstrating brushing and handwashing.
• Ask pupils to name healthy foods and explain why sleep is important.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What do we use to brush our teeth?
2. When should we wash our hands?
3. Name two healthy foods.
4. How often should we take a bath?
5. Why do we need to sleep early?
6. What should we drink a lot of?
7. What do we use to wash our hands?
8. Why is breakfast important?
9. What should we do before bed?
10. Can we eat candies every day?

Conclusion:
The teacher goes around to check the pupils’ activities and corrects them where necessary.