Hair Beautification and Occupations Primary 5 Vocational Aptitude

Vocational Aptitude – Lesson Notes
Subject: Vocational Aptitude
Class: Primary 5
Term: Second Term
Week: 4
Age: 9–10 years
Topic: Hair Beautification, Common Hair Problems, and Occupations under Hair Beautification


Lesson Plan Format

Sub-topic: Introduction to Hair Beautification

Duration: 40 minutes


Behavioral Objectives

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

  1. Define hair beautification.
  2. Identify common hair problems.
  3. State examples of occupations under hair beautification.
  4. Mention tools and materials used in hair beautification.

Keywords:

  • Hair beautification
  • Hair problems
  • Occupations
  • Tools

Set Induction

The teacher asks pupils to describe how they take care of their hair and why they visit salons. The teacher explains that taking care of the hair is part of hair beautification.


Entry Behavior

Pupils are familiar with combing and washing their hair as part of personal grooming.

Learning Resources and Materials

  • Combs, brushes, and hair cream
  • Hair beautification tools like scissors and hair dryers
  • Pictures of hairstyles and beauticians at work

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Pupils already know about basic hair care. This lesson introduces professional hair beautification.

Embedded Core Skills

  • Creativity
  • Communication
  • Hygiene awareness

Reference Books

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work
  • Vocational Aptitude Textbook

Instructional Materials

  • Tools and products for hair care
  • Posters showing various hairstyles

Content

Definition of Hair Beautification
Hair beautification is the process of making the hair neat, attractive, and stylish. It includes cutting, washing, styling, and treating the hair.


Common Hair Problems

  1. Dandruff: White flakes that fall off the scalp.
  2. Lice infestation: Tiny insects that live in the hair.
  3. Hair breakage: Hair that splits or falls off easily.
  4. Dry scalp: A scalp that lacks moisture.
  5. Hair loss: Loss of hair from the scalp.

Examples of Occupations under Hair Beautification

  1. Barbering: Cutting and styling hair, especially for men.
  2. Hairdressing: Washing, styling, and braiding hair, often for women.
  3. Wig making: Creating wigs and extensions.
  4. Trichology: Treating hair and scalp problems.
  5. Hair product sales: Selling shampoos, conditioners, and other hair care products.

Tools and Materials Used in Hair Beautification

  1. Combs and Brushes: For detangling and styling hair.
  2. Scissors: For cutting hair.
  3. Hair Clippers: For barbering.
  4. Hair Dryers: For drying and styling hair.
  5. Shampoos and Conditioners: For cleaning and moisturizing hair.

Evaluation

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

  1. The process of making the hair neat and attractive is called __________.
    (a) Hair beautification (b) Hair loss (c) Hair drying (d) Hair trimming
    Answer: a
  2. White flakes that fall off the scalp are called __________.
    (a) Lice (b) Hair loss (c) Dandruff (d) Hair breakage
    Answer: c
  3. A person who cuts and styles hair is called a __________.
    (a) Teacher (b) Barber (c) Farmer (d) Driver
    Answer: b
  4. A tool used for cutting hair is a __________.
    (a) Comb (b) Scissors (c) Hair dryer (d) Shampoo
    Answer: b
  5. Hair that splits or falls off easily is called __________.
    (a) Dandruff (b) Hair breakage (c) Hair drying (d) Hair trimming
    Answer: b
  6. __________ is used for cleaning hair.
    (a) Scissors (b) Shampoo (c) Comb (d) Clippers
    Answer: b
  7. Tiny insects that live in the hair are called __________.
    (a) Dandruff (b) Lice (c) Breakage (d) Hair loss
    Answer: b
  8. Hair beautification helps to make hair __________.
    (a) Untidy (b) Neat and stylish (c) Fall off (d) Break easily
    Answer: b
  9. A __________ is used to dry and style hair.
    (a) Hair dryer (b) Comb (c) Scissors (d) Shampoo
    Answer: a
  10. A person who makes wigs is called a __________.
    (a) Trichologist (b) Wig maker (c) Hairdresser (d) Barber
    Answer: b

Class Activity Discussion

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is hair beautification?
    It is the process of making the hair neat, attractive, and stylish.
  2. Name two common hair problems.
    Dandruff and lice infestation.
  3. What is barbering?
    It is the occupation of cutting and styling hair.
  4. What tool is used for cutting hair?
    Scissors or clippers.
  5. Why is shampoo important in hair care?
    It helps to clean the hair and scalp.
  6. What causes dandruff?
    A dry scalp or improper hair care.
  7. Who is a trichologist?
    A person who treats hair and scalp problems.
  8. What are hair dryers used for?
    They are used to dry and style hair.
  9. How can lice be treated?
    By using medicated shampoos and keeping the hair clean.
  10. What does a hairdresser do?
    A hairdresser styles, washes, and braids hair.

Presentation Steps

  1. Teacher’s Activity:
    • Revises the last topic.
    • Introduces the topic “Hair Beautification” using real tools and posters.
    • Explains common hair problems, their causes, and solutions.
    • Discusses occupations related to hair beautification.
  2. Learners’ Activities:
    • Mention their experiences with hair care.
    • Identify tools shown by the teacher.
    • Discuss how to prevent hair problems.

Assessment

Short-Answer Questions

  1. Define hair beautification.
    Answer: Hair beautification is the process of making the hair neat, attractive, and stylish.
  2. List three common hair problems.
    Answer: Dandruff, lice infestation, and hair breakage.
  3. Name two occupations under hair beautification.
    Answer: Barbering and hairdressing.
  4. What tool is used to dry hair?
    Answer: Hair dryer.
  5. Why is it important to keep the hair clean?
    Answer: To prevent dandruff, lice, and other hair problems.

Conclusion

The teacher summarizes the lesson, emphasizing the importance of hair beautification, the causes and prevention of hair problems, and the various occupations under hair beautification. The teacher marks students’ answers, provides feedback, and encourages good hair care practices.


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