PRIMARY 4 SECOND TERM HOME ECONOMICS REVISION TEST WEEK 1

WEEK 1

RESUMPTION TEST / REVISION OF FIRST’S WORK

Class of food

Nutrient and Nutrition

Subject : Home Economics

Class : Primary 4

Term : Second Term

Week : Week 1

Topics :

• Revision Test
• Classes of food
• Nutrient and Nutrition

Content

Classes of food

There are four main classes of food:

1. Carbohydrates: These are foods that give us energy. They include bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, and cereal.
2. Proteins: These are foods that help us grow and repair our bodies. They include meat, fish, eggs, beans, and nuts.
3. Fruits and Vegetables: These are foods that provide vitamins and minerals that our body needs to stay healthy. Examples include apples, oranges, bananas, broccoli, carrots, and spinach.
4. Fats: These are foods that provide us with energy and help our body absorb vitamins. Examples include butter, oil, cheese, and nuts.

Here are some examples of foods in each class:

• Carbohydrates: bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, cereal, oatmeal, popcorn
• Proteins: chicken, beef, fish, eggs, beans, nuts, tofu
• Fruits and Vegetables: apples, oranges, bananas, strawberries, broccoli, carrots, spinach, lettuce
• Fats: butter, oil, cheese, nuts, avocados

It’s important to eat a variety of foods from each class to ensure that our bodies get all the nutrients we need

Other classification of food that are worthy of made mention are

1. Vitamins: Vitamins are substances that our bodies need in order to function properly. They are found in foods like fruits, vegetables, and grains. There are many different vitamins, and each one plays a different role in our health. For example, vitamin C helps our immune system fight off infections, while vitamin D helps our body absorb calcium for strong bones. Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables is a great way to make sure you get all the vitamins your body needs.
2. Fats and oils: Fats and oils are types of nutrients that our bodies need, but we should try to eat them in moderation. They provide energy and help our body absorb certain vitamins. Examples of healthy fats include avocado, nuts, and fish. Some unhealthy fats include butter and bacon. It’s important to choose healthy fats and oils and eat them in small amounts.
3. Water: Water is a very important nutrient that our bodies need to stay healthy. It helps us digest food, transport nutrients, and remove waste from our bodies. We should drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially when we are active or when it’s hot outside. It’s a good idea to carry a reusable water bottle with you so you can stay hydrated wherever you go. Other sources of water include fruits and vegetables, soups, and broths.

Evaluation

1. Which class of food gives us energy? a. Carbohydrates b. Proteins c. Vitamins d. Fats and oil
2. Which class of food helps our body repair itself? a. Carbohydrates b. Proteins c. Vitamins d. Fats and oil
3. Which class of food is important for healthy bones and teeth? a. Carbohydrates b. Proteins c. Vitamins d. Minerals
4. Which class of food helps our body absorb important vitamins? a. Carbohydrates b. Proteins c. Vitamins d. Fats and oil
5. Which class of food helps our immune system fight off infections? a. Carbohydrates b. Proteins c. Vitamins d. Fats and oil
6. Which class of food is important for carrying nutrients throughout our body? a. Carbohydrates b. Proteins c. Vitamins d. Water
7. Which class of food provides insulation for our body? a. Carbohydrates b. Proteins c. Fats and oil d. Minerals
8. Which class of food is important for healthy skin and eyesight? a. Carbohydrates b. Proteins c. Vitamins d. Fats and oil
9. Which class of food helps our body maintain a healthy fluid balance? a. Carbohydrates b. Proteins c. Water d. Minerals
10. Which class of food is important for healthy muscles? a. Carbohydrates b. Proteins c. Fats and oil d. Vitamins

What is the meaning of Food?

Food is something that we eat in order to give our body energy, grow, and stay healthy. It is anything that we can consume or take into our body to provide the nutrients that we need.

Examples of food include fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, eggs, nuts, grains, and dairy products like milk and cheese. Some foods provide us with energy, like carbohydrates found in pasta or bread, while others help us build and repair our muscles, like proteins found in meat or beans. Vitamins and minerals found in fruits and vegetables help our body work properly and stay healthy.

Food is important for our body to grow and function properly. It’s important to eat a variety of different foods in order to get all the nutrients that our body needs. Eating healthy foods can also help us maintain a healthy weight and prevent certain illnesses

Reasons for eating food

1. Energy: Our body needs energy to perform daily activities like walking, running, and playing. Food provides us with the energy we need to do these activities.
2. Growth and repair: Our body is constantly growing and repairing itself, and food provides us with the nutrients we need for this process. Proteins, found in foods like meat and beans, are important for building and repairing muscles, while vitamins and minerals found in fruits and vegetables help our body function properly.
3. Health and wellness: Eating healthy foods can help us maintain a healthy weight, prevent illnesses like heart disease and diabetes, and improve our overall health and wellness.
4. Social and cultural reasons: Eating food is often a social activity, and can bring people together. Different cultures have different types of foods that are important to their traditions and celebrations.
5. Pleasure: Eating food can be enjoyable and pleasurable. We often choose foods that taste good or make us feel happy, like chocolate or ice cream

Nigerian Food

1. Carbohydrates: Foods that give us energy

• Yoruba: Amala, Eba, Semo, Lafun
• Igbo: Fufu, Garri, Abacha
• Hausa: Tuwo Shinkafa, Tuwo Masara, Tuwo Dawa

2. Proteins: Foods that help us grow and repair our bodies

• Yoruba: Ewedu Soup with Fish, Moi Moi, Akara
• Igbo: Nkwobi, Okpa, Egusi Soup with Chicken
• Hausa: Miyan Kuka, Dambu Nama, Kilishi

3. Fruits and Vegetables: Foods that provide vitamins and minerals

• Yoruba: Efo Riro, Gbegiri Soup with Okra, Bitter Leaf Soup
• Igbo: Oha Soup, Ukwa, Nsala Soup with Ugu Leaf
• Hausa: Miyan Wake, Miyan Kubewa, Tabbouleh Salad

4. Fats and oils: Foods that provide energy and help our body absorb vitamins

• Yoruba: Palm Oil, Groundnut Oil
• Igbo: Red Palm Oil, Egusi Soup with Palm Oil
• Hausa: Shea Butter, Suya

5. Minerals: Foods that help our body function properly

• Yoruba: Ogi (Pap), Iru (Locust Beans), Adalu (Beans and Corn)
• Igbo: Utazi Leaf, Uziza Leaf, Onugbu (Bitter Leaf)
• Hausa: Kunun Gyada, Zobo Drink, Moringa Leaves

6. Water: A nutrient that our body needs to stay hydrated

• Yoruba: Zobo Drink, Agbo (Herbal Drinks)
• Igbo: Palm Wine, Coconut Water
• Hausa: Zobe, Fura Da Nono

Lesson Presentation

Grade level: 4th grade Duration: 45 minutes

Objectives:

• Students will be able to identify and describe the six classes of food and their importance for our health.
• Students will be able to identify the different nutrients found in food and their functions in our body.
• Students will be able to list examples of Nigerian Yoruba, Igbo, or Hausa foods for each class of food.

Materials:

• Whiteboard and markers
• Pictures of different types of food
• Chart paper and markers
• Worksheets on classes of food and nutrient functions

Introduction (5 minutes):

• Begin by asking the students what they had for breakfast and lunch that day.
• Ask them if they know why it’s important to eat different types of food.

Body (30 minutes):

• Define and explain the six classes of food: Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fruits and Vegetables, Fats, Minerals, and Water. Use pictures of different foods to help illustrate each class.
• Discuss the different nutrients found in food, such as vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and their functions in our body. Use chart paper to make a chart of the different nutrients and their functions.
• Give examples of Nigerian Yoruba, Igbo, or Hausa foods for each class of food. Ask students to help you brainstorm examples for each class, and write them on the whiteboard.

Activity (10 minutes):

• Hand out worksheets on classes of food and nutrient functions. Ask students to fill in the blanks with the correct information.
• After the students have completed the worksheets, review the answers as a class.

Conclusion (5 minutes):

• Ask the students to name one thing they learned about classes of food and nutrient functions today.
• Remind them to try to eat a variety of different foods from each class of food to ensure they get all the nutrients their body needs.

Assessment:

• Worksheets on classes of food and nutrient functions will be used to assess student learning. The teacher will also assess student participation in class discussions and activities

Class work

1. Which of the following is a class of food that provides us with energy? a. Minerals b. Fruits and vegetables c. Carbohydrates d. Proteins Ans: c. Carbohydrates
2. What is the function of vitamins in our body? a. To provide us with energy b. To help us grow and repair c. To help our body function properly d. To provide insulation for our body Ans: c. To help our body function properly
3. Which of the following is an example of a Nigerian Yoruba fruit and vegetable food? a. Egusi soup with chicken b. Bitter leaf soup c. Gbegiri soup with okra d. Miyan Kubewa Ans: c. Gbegiri soup with okra
4. Which nutrient is important for healthy bones and teeth? a. Protein b. Calcium c. Fiber d. Vitamin C Ans: b. Calcium
5. Which of the following is an example of a Nigerian Igbo water food? a. Kunun Gyada b. Nkwobi c. Utazi leaf d. Abacha Ans: a. Kunun Gyada
6. What is the function of minerals in our body? a. To give us energy b. To help our body function properly c. To help us grow and repair d. To provide insulation for our body Ans: b. To help our body function properly
7. Which of the following is an example of a Nigerian Hausa mineral food? a. Zobo drink b. Tabbouleh salad c. Moringa leaves d. Adalu (beans and corn) Ans: d. Adalu (beans and corn)
8. Which of the following is a class of food that helps us grow and repair our body? a. Carbohydrates b. Fats and oils c. Proteins d. Water Ans: c. Proteins
9. What is the function of fiber in our body? a. To give us energy b. To help our body function properly c. To help us grow and repair d. To aid in digestion Ans: d. To aid in digestion
10. Which of the following is an example of a Nigerian Yoruba protein food? a. Miyan Kuka b. Akara c. Lafun d. Kilishi Ans: b. Akara

Homework

1. Carbohydrates give us ____________ to perform daily activities like walking, running, and playing. Ans: energy
2. ____________ found in meat and beans are important for building and repairing muscles. Ans: Proteins
3. ____________ and ____________ found in fruits and vegetables help our body function properly. Ans: Vitamins and minerals
4. Fats and oils provide us with ____________ and help our body absorb important vitamins. Ans: energy
5. ____________ and ____________ found in foods like palm oil and groundnut oil are important for our body. Ans: Fats and oils
6. ____________ and ____________ are important for healthy bones and teeth. Ans: Calcium and minerals
7. Drinking enough ____________ is important for maintaining a healthy fluid balance in our body. Ans: water
8. ____________ found in foods like pap and locust beans are important for our body. Ans: Minerals
9. Eating a variety of different foods can help us maintain a healthy ____________ and prevent certain illnesses. Ans: weight
10. ____________ and ____________ bring people together and are an important part of different cultures and traditions. Ans: Food and eating

Weekly Test

1. What is the function of carbohydrates in our body? Ans: Carbohydrates provide us with energy to perform daily activities.
2. What are some examples of Nigerian Yoruba, Igbo, or Hausa protein foods? Ans: Egusi soup with chicken, Dambu Nama, Akara, etc.
3. What are vitamins and minerals and why are they important for our body? Ans: Vitamins and minerals are nutrients found in fruits and vegetables that help our body function properly and stay healthy.
4. What are some examples of Nigerian Yoruba, Igbo, or Hausa fat and oil foods? Ans: Palm oil, Groundnut oil, Egusi soup with palm oil, etc.
5. Why is it important to eat a variety of different foods? Ans: Eating a variety of different foods helps us get all the nutrients our body needs.
6. What is the function of proteins in our body? Ans: Proteins are important for building and repairing muscles.
7. What are some examples of Nigerian Yoruba, Igbo, or Hausa mineral foods? Ans: Adalu (beans and corn), Uziza leaf, Kunun Gyada, etc.
8. Why is it important to drink enough water? Ans: Drinking enough water is important for maintaining a healthy fluid balance in our body.
9. What is the function of fiber in our body? Ans: Fiber is important for aiding in digestion.
10. What are some examples of Nigerian Yoruba, Igbo, or Hausa carbohydrate foods? Ans: Amala, Fufu, Garri, Tuwo Shinkafa, etc