Steps in Cleaning Sitting Rooms and Preparation of Homemade Cleaning Agents Home Economics Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 9

Lesson Plan for Home Economics Primary 3

Subject: Home Economics
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 9
Age: 8 years
Topic: Steps in Cleaning Sitting Rooms and Preparation of Homemade Cleaning Agents
Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. List the steps in cleaning a sitting room.
2. Identify the materials needed for cleaning a sitting room.
3. Prepare simple homemade cleaning agents.
4. Demonstrate the cleaning of a sitting room using homemade cleaning agents.

Keywords

• Cleaning
• Sitting room
• Homemade
• Cleaning agents

Set Induction

The teacher will show a short video of someone cleaning a sitting room and ask pupils what they observed.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have basic knowledge of cleaning different areas of the house and are familiar with common cleaning materials.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Video of cleaning a sitting room
• Materials for homemade cleaning agents (vinegar, baking soda, water, lemon juice)
• Cleaning articles (broom, dustpan, mop, bucket, cloth)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher will connect the lesson to previous discussions on house care and explain the importance of using safe cleaning agents.

Embedded Core Skills

• Observation
• Classification
• Practical skills
• Safety awareness

Learning Materials

• Video
• Homemade cleaning agent materials
• Cleaning articles

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 3
• Basic 3 Home Economics textbooks

Instructional Materials

• Video
• Materials for homemade cleaning agents
• Cleaning articles

Content

1. Steps in Cleaning a Sitting Room:
   • Remove Clutter: Pick up items from the floor and surfaces.
   • Dusting: Dust furniture and surfaces.
   • Sweeping: Sweep the floor with a broom.
   • Mopping: Mop the floor with water and cleaning agent.
   • Vacuuming: Use a vacuum cleaner if available.
   • Arranging: Arrange furniture and items neatly.
2. Preparation of Homemade Cleaning Agents:
   • Vinegar Solution: Mix equal parts of vinegar and water.
   • Baking Soda Paste: Mix baking soda with a little water to form a paste.
   • Lemon Juice Cleaner: Mix lemon juice with water for a fresh scent.

Evaluation

1. The first step in cleaning a sitting room is to remove ______ (a) clutter (b) dust (c) water (d) food).
2. To dust furniture, we use a ______ (a) duster (b) broom (c) mop (d) bucket).
3. We sweep the floor with a ______ (a) broom (b) fork (c) knife (d) spoon).
4. Mopping the floor helps to remove ______ (a) dirt (b) books (c) toys (d) clothes).
5. A vacuum cleaner is used to ______ (a) clean carpets (b) cook food (c) wash clothes (d) paint walls).
6. After cleaning, we ______ furniture neatly (a) arrange (b) break (c) throw (d) hide).
7. Vinegar is mixed with ______ to make a cleaning solution (a) water (b) oil (c) sugar (d) salt).
8. Baking soda is mixed with water to form a ______ (a) paste (b) liquid (c) gas (d) powder).
9. Lemon juice is mixed with water for a fresh ______ (a) scent (b) taste (c) color (d) sound).
10. We use a ______ to pick up items from the floor (a) hand (b) mop (c) brush (d) duster).
11. Dusting helps to keep surfaces ______ (a) clean (b) dirty (c) wet (d) broken).
12. Mopping the floor makes it ______ (a) shiny (b) dark (c) rough (d) cold).
13. A ______ can be used to clean both floors and carpets (a) vacuum cleaner (b) duster (c) mop (d) broom).
14. Homemade cleaning agents are ______ (a) safe (b) dangerous (c) expensive (d) harmful).
15. Cleaning the sitting room keeps it ______ (a) tidy (b) messy (c) smelly (d) dark).

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is the first step in cleaning a sitting room?
   The first step is to remove clutter.
2. What do we use to dust furniture?
   We use a duster.
3. How do we clean the floor?
   We sweep the floor with a broom and mop it with water and a cleaning agent.
4. What is a vacuum cleaner used for?
   A vacuum cleaner is used to clean carpets and floors.
5. What do we do after cleaning?
   We arrange furniture and items neatly.
6. How do we make a vinegar cleaning solution?
   We mix equal parts of vinegar and water.
7. What do we mix with baking soda to form a paste?
   We mix baking soda with a little water.
8. How do we make a lemon juice cleaner?
   We mix lemon juice with water.
9. Why do we remove clutter first?
   We remove clutter to make it easier to clean.
10. Why is dusting important?
    Dusting removes dirt from surfaces.
11. What does mopping the floor do?
    Mopping removes dirt and makes the floor shiny.
12. How does a vacuum cleaner help in cleaning?
    It helps by sucking up dirt from floors and carpets.
13. Why use homemade cleaning agents?
    Homemade cleaning agents are safe and effective.
14. What is the benefit of using lemon juice in cleaning?
    Lemon juice gives a fresh scent.
15. What should we do with furniture after cleaning?
    We should arrange it neatly.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was about house care, daily cleaning needs, and cleaning materials.
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, “Steps in Cleaning Sitting Rooms and Preparation of Homemade Cleaning Agents,” using a video demonstration.
Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to discuss and ask questions about the steps in cleaning and how to prepare homemade cleaning agents.

Teacher’s Activities

• Show a video of cleaning a sitting room.
• Explain and demonstrate each step in cleaning the sitting room.
• Guide pupils in preparing simple homemade cleaning agents.

Learners’ Activities

• Watch the video and discuss observations.
• Participate in identifying steps in cleaning.
• Prepare homemade cleaning agents with guidance.

Assessment

1. What is the first step in cleaning a sitting room?
2. What do we use to dust furniture?
3. How do we sweep the floor?
4. What should we use to mop the floor?
5. Why do we need to arrange furniture after cleaning?
6. How do we make a vinegar solution?
7. What is baking soda mixed with to form a paste?
8. How do we make a lemon juice cleaner?
9. Why is removing clutter important?
10. Why is dusting necessary?

Conclusion

The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provide feedback, ensuring understanding and identifying areas for improvement.