Waste Disposal Physical and Health Education Primary 4 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 4
SECOND TERM E-NOTES
Subject: Physical and Health Education
Class: Basic Four
Week: 4
Topic: Environmental Health: Meaning of Waste Disposal
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define waste disposal.
- Mention types of waste disposal.
- Explain why proper waste disposal is important for environmental health.
- Identify the two main types of waste disposal.
- Describe common methods of refuse disposal.
- Explain the consequences of improper waste disposal.
Keywords: Waste disposal, sewage, refuse, environmental health
Set Induction
The teacher will ask the pupils to describe how waste is managed at home or school, guiding them to understand that waste disposal is important for keeping the environment clean.
Entry Behavior
Pupils are familiar with waste materials in their surroundings and may have participated in cleaning activities at home or school.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Charts or images showing waste disposal methods.
- Videos illustrating proper and improper waste disposal.
- Items for demonstration (e.g., bins, waste bags).
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
The teacher will guide pupils to recall the importance of cleanliness in maintaining a healthy environment and link it to the need for proper waste disposal.
Embedded Core Skills
- Critical thinking
- Environmental awareness
- Teamwork
- Responsibility
Reference
Lagos State Scheme of Work for Physical and Health Education, Basic Four
Instructional Materials
- Visual aids showing waste types and disposal methods.
- Example materials for waste categorization (e.g., paper, plastic, food waste).
Content
1. What Is Waste Disposal?
- Definition: Waste disposal refers to the proper management and removal of waste materials to keep the environment clean and healthy.
2. Importance of Proper Waste Disposal
- Prevents pollution of land, water, and air.
- Reduces the spread of diseases caused by pests like flies and rodents.
- Promotes a clean and safe environment.
- Encourages recycling and reuse of materials.
3. Types of Waste Disposal
- Sewage Disposal:
- This involves the management of liquid waste from toilets, sinks, and drains.
- Methods:
- Septic tanks
- Sewage treatment plants
- Refuse Disposal:
- This involves the management of solid waste such as food scraps, paper, plastics, and other materials.
- Methods:
- Burning (incineration)
- Burying (landfills)
- Recycling
- Composting
4. Consequences of Improper Waste Disposal
- Pollution of water bodies, leading to the death of aquatic animals.
- Foul odors and dirty surroundings.
- Spread of diseases like cholera and diarrhea.
- Breeding grounds for harmful pests.
Evaluation
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
- Waste disposal is the proper __________ of waste materials.
a. collection
b. management
c. removal
d. storage
Answer: c. removal - __________ disposal involves the management of liquid waste.
a. Refuse
b. Sewage
c. Recycling
d. Composting
Answer: b. Sewage - One method of refuse disposal is __________.
a. treatment plants
b. burning
c. drainage
d. spraying
Answer: b. burning - Improper waste disposal can cause __________.
a. cleanliness
b. diseases
c. recycling
d. composting
Answer: b. diseases - A method of managing sewage is __________.
a. incineration
b. landfills
c. septic tanks
d. recycling
Answer: c. septic tanks
Class Activity Discussion
- What is waste disposal?
- Answer: The proper management and removal of waste materials to keep the environment clean and healthy.
- Mention two types of waste disposal.
- Answer: Sewage disposal and refuse disposal.
- What is one method of refuse disposal?
- Answer: Burning (incineration).
- Why is proper waste disposal important?
- Answer: To prevent pollution, reduce disease spread, and promote cleanliness.
Presentation Steps
- Introduction:
- Teacher revises previous knowledge on environmental health.
- Explains the meaning and importance of waste disposal.
- Lesson Development:
- Teacher discusses types of waste disposal (sewage and refuse).
- Demonstrates proper methods of refuse disposal like recycling and composting.
- Pupils participate in identifying waste disposal methods from images or videos.
- Conclusion:
- Teacher summarizes the lesson and emphasizes the need for proper waste disposal.
Teacher’s Activities
- Explain the meaning and importance of waste disposal.
- Demonstrate proper waste disposal methods.
- Guide pupils in identifying types of waste disposal.
Learners’ Activities
- Observe demonstrations by the teacher.
- Practice classifying waste into sewage and refuse.
- Discuss the importance of proper waste disposal.
Assessment
Short-Answer Questions
- Define waste disposal.
- Answer: Waste disposal is the proper management and removal of waste materials to keep the environment clean and healthy.
- Mention two types of waste disposal.
- Answer: Sewage disposal and refuse disposal.
- State one method of sewage disposal.
- Answer: Septic tanks.
- Name one consequence of improper waste disposal.
- Answer: Pollution of water bodies.
- List two methods of refuse disposal.
- Answer: Recycling and composting.
Conclusion
The teacher reviews the key points of the lesson and provides feedback on pupils’ responses.
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