Body Building Foods Proteins Agricultural Science Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Agricultural Science Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Subject: Agricultural Science
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 5
Age: 8 years
Topic: Body Building Foods
Sub-topic: Proteins
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Define proteins.
2. Identify examples of protein-rich foods.
3. Explain the importance of proteins in the diet.

Keywords

• Proteins
• Body-building
• Nutrients
• Diet
• Growth

Set Induction

Begin the lesson by showing pictures of various protein-rich foods and asking pupils to name them.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have basic knowledge of different types of food from previous lessons.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Pictures of protein-rich foods
• Samples of protein-rich foods (e.g., beans, eggs)
• Charts

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Discuss briefly what the pupils already know about different types of foods and their importance.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Observation

Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 3
• Textbooks
• Food pyramid chart

Instructional Materials

• Pictures of protein-rich foods
• Real or model samples of protein-rich foods

Content

1. Definition of Proteins
   • Proteins are nutrients that help build and repair body tissues.
2. Examples of Protein-Rich Foods
   • Meat
   • Fish
   • Eggs
   • Beans
   • Milk
   • Nuts
3. Importance of Proteins
   • Proteins help in the growth and repair of the body.
   • They provide energy.
   • Proteins are essential for building muscles.
   • They support the immune system.

Evaluation

1. Proteins help build and repair ______.
   a) toys
   b) body tissues
   c) clothes
   d) houses
2. An example of a protein-rich food is ______.
   a) rice
   b) beans
   c) yam
   d) maize
3. Proteins are essential for building ______.
   a) muscles
   b) cars
   c) chairs
   d) tables
4. ______ is a source of protein.
   a) Potato
   b) Fish
   c) Wheat
   d) Rice
5. Proteins support the ______ system.
   a) digestive
   b) immune
   c) circulatory
   d) respiratory
6. ______ is an example of a protein-rich food.
   a) Yam
   b) Egg
   c) Maize
   d) Millet
7. ______ is a plant source of protein.
   a) Meat
   b) Fish
   c) Beans
   d) Milk
8. ______ helps in the growth and repair of the body.
   a) Vitamins
   b) Carbohydrates
   c) Proteins
   d) Fats
9. Nuts are a source of ______.
   a) protein
   b) carbohydrates
   c) vitamins
   d) minerals
10. Proteins provide ______.
    a) energy
    b) water
    c) air
    d) minerals
11. Milk is rich in ______.
    a) carbohydrates
    b) vitamins
    c) protein
    d) fat
12. ______ is important for muscle building.
    a) Protein
    b) Fat
    c) Carbohydrates
    d) Vitamins
13. Proteins are found in both animal and ______ sources.
    a) mineral
    b) plant
    c) water
    d) air
14. ______ is an animal source of protein.
    a) Beans
    b) Egg
    c) Wheat
    d) Maize
15. Meat provides ______ to the body.
    a) energy
    b) protein
    c) water
    d) air

Class Activity Discussion

1. What are proteins? Proteins are nutrients that help build and repair body tissues.
2. Can you give examples of protein-rich foods? Examples include meat, fish, eggs, beans, milk, and nuts.
3. Why are proteins important? Proteins help in the growth and repair of the body, provide energy, build muscles, and support the immune system.
4. Are beans a source of protein? Yes, beans are a plant source of protein.
5. Is milk rich in protein? Yes, milk is rich in protein.
6. What is the role of proteins in the body? Proteins help in growth, repair, and muscle building, and support the immune system.
7. Can proteins be found in both animal and plant sources? Yes, proteins are found in both animal and plant sources.
8. Is fish a good source of protein? Yes, fish is an excellent source of protein.
9. Do proteins provide energy? Yes, proteins provide energy.
10. Are eggs rich in protein? Yes, eggs are rich in protein.
11. What food helps build muscles? Protein-rich foods help build muscles.
12. Do nuts contain protein? Yes, nuts are a source of protein.
13. Why is protein essential for the immune system? Proteins support the immune system by helping to build and repair body tissues.
14. Can children get protein from milk? Yes, children can get protein from milk.
15. What food group do proteins belong to? Proteins belong to the body-building food group.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Classification of Energy-Giving Food – Tubers or Grains.”

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic: “Body Building Foods – Proteins.”

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

Teacher’s Activities

• Show pictures of protein-rich foods.
• Explain the definition and importance of proteins.
• Discuss examples of protein-rich foods.
• Ask questions to check understanding.
• Correct pupils’ responses and provide additional explanations.

Learners’ Activities

• Answer questions about proteins.
• Observe pictures and samples.
• Participate in discussions.

Assessment

1. What are proteins?
2. Give two examples of protein-rich foods.
3. Why are proteins important?
4. Name a plant source of protein.
5. Name an animal source of protein.
6. What is the role of proteins in the body?
7. Do proteins provide energy?
8. How do proteins support the immune system?
9. Are eggs a source of protein?
10. Why is protein important for children?

Conclusion

The teacher goes around to mark and does the necessary corrections on the topic above.