Using plants for building Agricultural Science Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Lesson Plan

Subject: Agricultural Science

Class: Primary 1

Term: First Term

Week: Week 4

Age: 6 years

Topic: Using Plants for Building

Sub-topic: Types of Plants Used in Building

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

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

1. Identify at least three types of plants used for building.
2. Explain why plants are important in building construction.
3. Mention some common building materials made from plants.

Key Words:

• Building
• Plant
• Wood
• Bamboo
• Thatch

Set Induction:

The teacher shows pictures of houses and huts made from different plant materials and asks the pupils what they think the houses are made from.

Entry Behaviour:

Pupils are familiar with basic buildings and materials in their surroundings.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures of buildings made from plant materials
• Samples of wood, bamboo, and thatch (if available)
• Flashcards
• Drawing paper and crayons

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

The teacher asks the pupils about their homes and other buildings they have seen, and discusses the materials used in constructing these buildings.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Observation
• Identification
• Description
• Drawing

Learning Materials:

• Pictures
• Real plant material samples
• Flashcards

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Primary 1 Agricultural Science Textbook

Instructional Materials:

• Pictures of wooden houses, bamboo huts, and thatched roofs
• Actual samples of wood, bamboo, and thatch (if possible)
• Flashcards with material names

Content:

1. Types of Plants Used in Building:
   • Wood: Used for constructing houses, furniture, and doors.
   • Bamboo: Used for building huts, fences, and scaffolding.
   • Thatch: Used for roofing in traditional houses.
2. Importance of Plants in Building:
   • Provide strong and durable materials.
   • Are renewable and environmentally friendly.
   • Are available locally and often cheaper.
3. Examples of Building Materials from Plants:
   • Wood: Timber from trees like oak, pine, and mahogany.
   • Bamboo: Sturdy plant used in many tropical regions.
   • Thatch: Grass or palm leaves used for roofing.

Questions:

1. Wood is used for making ____.
   • a) Glass
   • b) Houses
   • c) Metal
   • d) Plastic
2. Bamboo is often used to build ____.
   • a) Cars
   • b) Computers
   • c) Huts
   • d) Roads
3. Thatch is used for ____.
   • a) Walls
   • b) Floors
   • c) Roofing
   • d) Windows
4. Bamboo can be used to make ____.
   • a) Fences
   • b) Computers
   • c) Cars
   • d) Lights
5. Wood comes from ____.
   • a) Rocks
   • b) Trees
   • c) Water
   • d) Air
6. Thatch is made from ____.
   • a) Metal
   • b) Plastic
   • c) Grass
   • d) Glass
7. Wood is a ____ material.
   • a) Soft
   • b) Weak
   • c) Strong
   • d) Wet
8. Bamboo is a type of ____.
   • a) Metal
   • b) Plant
   • c) Rock
   • d) Plastic
9. Thatch is often used in ____ houses.
   • a) Modern
   • b) Traditional
   • c) Concrete
   • d) Steel
10. Timber is another word for ____.
    • a) Glass
    • b) Metal
    • c) Wood
    • d) Plastic

Class Activity Discussion :

1. What is wood?
   • Wood is the hard material from trees used for building.
2. What is bamboo?
   • Bamboo is a tall plant used for building huts and fences.
3. What is thatch?
   • Thatch is a roofing material made from grass or palm leaves.
4. Why are plants important for building?
   • Plants provide strong, renewable, and eco-friendly materials.
5. Can we use wood to make furniture?
   • Yes, wood is commonly used to make furniture.
6. What is timber?
   • Timber is wood prepared for use in building.
7. Where is bamboo used a lot?
   • Bamboo is often used in tropical regions.
8. Is thatch used in modern houses?
   • No, thatch is mostly used in traditional houses.
9. What are the benefits of using plants for building?
   • Plants are renewable, strong, and locally available.
10. Can thatch be used for walls?
    • No, thatch is mainly used for roofing.

Presentation:

Step 1:

• The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Using Plants as Food for Animals”.

Step 2:

• The teacher introduces the new topic by showing pictures of different buildings made from plant materials and naming the materials.

Step 3:

• The teacher allows the pupils to discuss the buildings they know and the materials used. The teacher corrects any mistakes.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Show pictures and real plant material samples.
• Explain the types of plants used in building.
• Ask questions to engage pupils.

Learners’ Activities:

• Observe pictures and real plant material samples.
• Answer questions.
• Identify plant types.

Assessment:

• Pupils will draw a building and label the plant materials used.
• Pupils will complete fill-in-the-blank questions.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is wood used for?
2. Name a plant material used for roofing.
3. What is bamboo used for?
4. Why are plants important in building?
5. What is thatch made from?
6. Name a plant used for making fences.
7. What is timber?
8. Can bamboo be used for scaffolding?
9. Why are plant materials eco-friendly?
10. What is an example of a plant material for building?

Conclusion:

• The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides feedback.

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