Rearing of Animals Agricultural Science Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Agricultural Science Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Subject: Agricultural Science
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 10
Age: 9 years
Topic: Rearing of Animals
Sub-topic: Types of Domestic Animals
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Identify different types of domestic animals, such as sheep, goats, cattle, pigs, and chickens.

Keywords

• Rearing
• Domestic animals
• Sheep
• Goat
• Cattle
• Pig
• Chicken

Set Induction

Start with a discussion on pets or animals that pupils are familiar with. Relate this to animals that can be farmed or reared.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils should be familiar with the basic concept of animals and might have some experience with pets or farm animals.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Charts with pictures of domestic animals
• Flashcards with animal names
• Markers
• Large paper for group activities

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

Discuss common pets and farm animals that pupils might know and explain how these animals are raised for various purposes.

Embedded Core Skills

• Identification
• Classification
• Group discussion

Instructional Materials

• Charts with images of domestic animals
• Flashcards with names of animals

Content

1. Types of Domestic Animals
   • Sheep: Raised for wool, meat (mutton), and milk.
   • Goat: Raised for meat (goat meat), milk, and hides.
   • Cattle: Raised for beef, milk, and leather.
   • Pig: Raised for pork and hides.
   • Chicken: Raised for eggs and meat (poultry).
2. Purpose of Rearing Animals
   • Sheep: Wool for clothing and blankets; meat for food.
   • Goat: Milk for drinking and cooking; meat for food.
   • Cattle: Milk for drinking and dairy products; beef for food; leather for making products.
   • Pig: Pork for food; hides for leather products.
   • Chicken: Eggs for eating; meat for food.

Evaluation

1. What animal is raised for wool?
   a) Goat
   b) Chicken
   c) Sheep
   d) Pig
2. Which animal is known for providing milk?
   a) Pig
   b) Cattle
   c) Sheep
   d) Chicken
3. What is the main purpose of rearing goats?
   a) For wool
   b) For milk and meat
   c) For leather
   d) For eggs
4. Which animal is primarily raised for its meat?
   a) Cattle
   b) Sheep
   c) Chicken
   d) Pig
5. What do chickens provide besides meat?
   a) Milk
   b) Wool
   c) Eggs
   d) Leather
6. Which animal provides beef?
   a) Sheep
   b) Goat
   c) Cattle
   d) Pig
7. What product is derived from pigs?
   a) Wool
   b) Pork
   c) Leather
   d) Eggs
8. Which animal is raised for both milk and meat?
   a) Chicken
   b) Sheep
   c) Cattle
   d) Pig
9. What is one use of goat’s milk?
   a) Making clothing
   b) For drinking
   c) For leather
   d) For eggs
10. What animal is known for its eggs?
    a) Pig
    b) Cattle
    c) Chicken
    d) Goat
11. Which animal is commonly raised for leather products?
    a) Chicken
    b) Pig
    c) Sheep
    d) Goat
12. What type of meat is provided by chickens?
    a) Pork
    b) Beef
    c) Poultry
    d) Mutton
13. Which animal is used for making blankets?
    a) Chicken
    b) Pig
    c) Cattle
    d) Sheep
14. What is a common product from cattle?
    a) Eggs
    b) Wool
    c) Milk
    d) Pork
15. What do you call the meat from pigs?
    a) Beef
    b) Mutton
    c) Pork
    d) Poultry

Class Activity Discussion

1. Identify different types of domestic animals that can be reared.
   • Sheep, goats, cattle, pigs, chickens.
2. Discuss the purposes of rearing each animal.
   • Sheep: Wool and meat.
   • Goats: Milk and meat.
   • Cattle: Milk, beef, and leather.
   • Pigs: Pork and leather.
   • Chickens: Eggs and meat.
3. How are these animals beneficial to farmers?
   • Provide food, materials for clothing, and other products.

Presentation

1. Step 1: Review the previous lesson on crop production and its importance.
2. Step 2: Introduce the topic of rearing animals, discussing different types of domestic animals and their uses.
3. Step 3: Guide pupils in identifying and naming the animals from charts, discussing their purposes and benefits.

Teacher’s Activities

• Show charts of domestic animals and guide pupils in naming and identifying them.
• Facilitate discussions on the benefits of rearing each type of animal.

Learners’ Activities

• Participate in identifying and naming animals from charts.
• Discuss the uses and benefits of each animal in class.

Assessment

• Observe pupils’ participation and understanding during discussions and activities.
• Provide feedback on their ability to identify animals and their uses.

Evaluation Questions

1. What animal is raised for wool?
2. Which animal is known for providing milk?
3. What is the main purpose of rearing goats?
4. Which animal is primarily raised for its meat?
5. What do chickens provide besides meat?
6. Which animal provides beef?
7. What product is derived from pigs?
8. Which animal is raised for both milk and meat?
9. What is one use of goat’s milk?
10. What animal is known for its eggs?
11. Which animal is commonly raised for leather products?
12. What type of meat is provided by chickens?
13. Which animal is used for making blankets?
14. What is a common product from cattle?
15. What do you call the meat from pigs?

Conclusion

• Summarize the key points about rearing domestic animals, including their types, purposes, and benefits.
• Review pupils’ understanding and participation.
• Provide feedback and ensure clarity on the topic.