The Body of an Earthworm Agricultural Science Primary 2 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 5
Subject: Agricultural Science
Class: Primary 2
Term: Third Term
Week: 3
Topic: The Body of an Earthworm
Duration: 45 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
- By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to describe the body parts of an earthworm.
- Pupils should understand the importance of handling earthworms with care.
Key Words:
- Earthworm
- Slim
- Moist
- Fragile
- Segments
- Head
- Clitellum
- Rear Exterior
Entry Behaviour:
The teacher asks pupils if they remember what they learned about earthworms in the previous lesson.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Pictures of earthworms and their body parts
- Samples of earthworms (if available)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Storybooks about earthworms
- Reference books (Lagos State Scheme of Work)
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
The teacher revises the previous lesson about earthworms and their importance to farmers.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Observing
- Describing
- Comparing
- Inferring
Learning Materials:
Pupils will have access to pictures, samples (if available), and storybooks about earthworms.
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will use visual aids, such as pictures and samples, to enhance understanding.
Content:
The Body of an Earthworm:
- Slim and Moist: Earthworms have a slim and moist body, like a slippery noodle 🐛.
- Fragile: Their body can easily break if not handled with care, so we must be gentle with them 🙏.
- Divided into Segments: The body is divided into different parts, like slices of bread 🍞.
- Head: This is where the mouth of the earthworm is, like our own mouth where we eat food 🍴.
- Clitellum: It’s like a special belt around the earthworm’s body, helping to hold everything together 🎀.
- Rear Exterior: This part points towards the tail end, like the back of a car 🚗.
Evaluation:
- The body of an earthworm is _______. a) hard b) slim c) dry d) colorful
- Earthworms’ bodies can easily break if not handled with _______. a) care b) water c) speed d) noise
- The body of an earthworm is _______. a) strong b) fragile c) noisy d) big
- Earthworms’ bodies are divided into _______ segments. a) two b) three c) four d) five
- The head of an earthworm houses its _______. a) eyes b) mouth c) ears d) nose
- The _______ serves as a link between the mouth end and the body segments. a) head b) tail c) clitellum d) rear exterior
- The rear exterior of an earthworm points towards the _______ end. a) head b) mouth c) tail d) middle
- Earthworms’ bodies are _______. a) hard b) soft c) cold d) small
- The body of an earthworm is _______. a) divided b) mixed c) whole d) colorful
- The body of an earthworm is _______ and moist. a) dry b) wet c) slim d) big
- Earthworms’ bodies can easily _______ if not handled gently. a) break b) fly c) swim d) jump
- The clitellum of an earthworm serves as a link between the _______. a) head and tail b) mouth and eyes c) mouth end and body segments d) tail and rear exterior
- The head of an earthworm houses its _______. a) ears b) eyes c) mouth d) nose
- The rear exterior of an earthworm points towards the _______ end. a) head b) mouth c) tail d) middle
- Earthworms’ bodies are _______ into various segments. a) mixed b) divided c) combined d) separated
Class Activity Discussion about the Body of an Earthworm:
- What is the body of an earthworm like?
- Answer: The body of an earthworm is slim and moist, like a slippery noodle 🐛.
- Can an earthworm’s body easily break?
- Answer: Yes, an earthworm’s body can easily break if not handled with care, like a fragile glass vase 🙏.
- How many segments is an earthworm’s body divided into?
- Answer: An earthworm’s body is divided into various segments, like slices of bread 🍞.
- What is the head of an earthworm for?
- Answer: The head of an earthworm houses its mouth, like our own mouth where we eat food 🍴.
- What does the clitellum do?
- Answer: The clitellum serves as a link between the mouth end and the body segments, like a special belt around the earthworm’s body 🎀.
- Where does the rear exterior of an earthworm point towards?
- Answer: The rear exterior of an earthworm points towards the tail end, like the back of a car 🚗.
- Is an earthworm’s body hard or soft?
- Answer: An earthworm’s body is soft and delicate, not hard like a rock or a shell 🌟.
- How many parts is an earthworm’s body divided into?
- Answer: An earthworm’s body is divided into three main parts: the head, clitellum, and rear exterior 🐛.
- What happens if an earthworm’s body is not handled gently?
- Answer: If an earthworm’s body is not handled gently, it can easily break, like snapping a twig in half 🌿.
- Why is the body of an earthworm moist?
- Answer: The body of an earthworm is moist to help it move smoothly through the soil, like a slippery slide 💧.
- Where is the mouth of an earthworm located?
- Answer: The mouth of an earthworm is located in the head, where it can eat food and nutrients from the soil 🍽️.
- What does the clitellum look like?
- Answer: The clitellum of an earthworm looks like a raised band around its body, like a fancy belt 🎩.
- What is the rear exterior of an earthworm?
- Answer: The rear exterior of an earthworm is the part that points towards the tail end, like the end of a train 🚂.
- Can an earthworm’s body be easily divided into parts?
- Answer: Yes, an earthworm’s body can be easily divided into segments, like cutting a cake into slices 🍰.
- Why is it important to handle an earthworm’s body gently?
- Answer: It’s important to handle an earthworm’s body gently to prevent it from breaking and to keep it safe and happy, like how we handle delicate toys 🎈.
Presentation:
- Revision of Previous Topic:
- The teacher revises the previous lesson about earthworms and their importance.
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- Introduction of New Topic:
- The teacher introduces the new topic: “The Body of an Earthworm.”
- The teacher explains that earthworms have special body parts.
- Allowing Pupil Contributions:
- The teacher encourages pupils to share what they know about earthworms and their body parts.
- Pupils are given opportunities to ask questions and express their thoughts.
- Teacher’s Activities:
- The teacher shows pictures and samples of earthworms’ body parts.
- The teacher explains each body part and its function.
- The teacher facilitates discussions and corrects misconceptions.
- Learners Activities:
- Pupils observe pictures and samples of earthworms, identifying body parts.
- Pupils describe each body part and its importance.
- Pupils participate in discussions and ask questions.
Assessment:
- The teacher assesses pupils’ understanding through questioning during the lesson.
- The teacher observes pupils’ participation and engagement in activities.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is the body of an earthworm like? Draw an earthworm
- Can an earthworm’s body easily break?
- What is the head of an earthworm for?
- What does the clitellum do?
- Where does the rear exterior of an earthworm point towards?
- Is an earthworm’s body hard or soft?
- How many segments is an earthworm’s body divided into?
- Why is it important to handle an earthworm’s body gently?
- What happens if an earthworm’s body is not handled gently?
- How can you describe the body of an earthworm in one word?
Conclusion:
- The teacher goes round to mark pupils’ work and provide feedback.
- The teacher ensures that pupils have a good understanding of the body parts of an earthworm.