Personal Grooming and Basic Cosmetics for Primary 4 Students

Week 4: Personal Grooming and Use of Basic Cosmetics

Subject: Home Economics
Class: Primary 4
Term: Second Term
Week: Week 4

Lesson Objectives

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

1. Identify parts of the human body.
2. State the functions of parts of the human body.
3. List traditional and modern materials used for personal grooming.
4. Demonstrate how to care for the body.
5. Correctly use safe basic cosmetics.
6. Highlight adverse effects of unsafe chemicals in cosmetics.

Learning Activities

• Pupils touch different parts of the body.
• Display a chart labeled with body parts.
• Show traditional and modern materials for grooming.
• Demonstrate the use of grooming items and cosmetics.
• Classify cosmetics into safe and unsafe categories.

Embedded Core Skills

• Communication and Collaboration: Group discussions.
• Creativity and Imagination: Designing posters on grooming.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Evaluating safe vs unsafe cosmetics.

Learning Resources

• Chart showing traditional and modern grooming materials.
• Traditional items: camwood, laali, and black soap.
• Modern items: deodorant, nail polish, and shampoo.
• Real objects: toothbrush, soap, sponge, etc.

Content

What is Personal Grooming?

Personal grooming refers to taking care of the body to stay clean and healthy. Examples include washing hands, brushing teeth, and combing hair.

What Are Basic Cosmetics?

Basic cosmetics are products that enhance our appearance, such as lip balm, nail polish, or face powder.

Parts of the Body Needing Grooming

1. Face: Wash daily, use moisturizer, and protect with sunscreen.
2. Hair: Wash with shampoo, condition, and style as needed.
3. Teeth: Brush twice a day and floss to prevent decay.
4. Hands: Wash frequently to prevent germs.
5. Nails: Keep nails trimmed and clean.

Traditional Materials Used in Nigeria

• Yoruba: Shea butter, black soap, and camwood.
• Igbo: Palm kernel oil, kola nut powder.
• Hausa: Henna, karkashi paste.

Modern Grooming Materials

• Skincare: Moisturizers, serums with retinol.
• Haircare: Shampoos with keratin.
• Makeup: Lipstick, foundation, and blush.
• Fragrances: Perfumes and body sprays.

Safe Use of Cosmetics

1. Read labels for instructions and ingredients.
2. Test for allergies by applying a small amount first.
3. Keep tools and products clean.
4. Discard expired products.
5. Remove makeup before bed.

Adverse Effects of Unsafe Chemicals in Cosmetics

• Parabens: Linked to hormonal imbalances.
• Phthalates: Can harm reproductive health.
• Formaldehyde: May cause cancer.
• Fragrances: Can trigger allergies or irritation.

Evaluation Questions

1. Personal grooming helps to keep the body ________________.
   a) Dirty
   b) Healthy
   c) Tired
2. Traditional materials used for grooming include ________________.
   a) Shea butter
   b) Nail polish
   c) Retinol
3. Why is brushing your teeth important?
   a) To strengthen bones
   b) To prevent cavities
   c) To grow faster
4. What is the function of hair?
   a) Protects the scalp from the sun
   b) Helps in chewing food
   c) Cleans the skin
5. What should you do before bed to prevent clogged pores?
   a) Apply more makeup
   b) Remove makeup
   c) Use more powder

Correct answers: 1-b, 2-a, 3-b, 4-a, 5-b.

Class Activities

• Identify grooming products shown in class.
• Match materials (traditional or modern) with their uses.
• Create posters on the importance of grooming.

Conclusion

The teacher will:

• Emphasize the importance of personal grooming for health and confidence.
• Discuss safety tips for using cosmetics.
• Mark and review pupils’ work, providing feedback.

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