Loamy Soil: Meaning, Properties and Organisms Found in Loamy Soil Basic Science Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 2
Lesson Plan: Loamy Soil – Meaning, Properties, and Organisms Found in Loamy Soil
Subject: Basic Science
Class: Primary 2
Term: Second Term
Week: 2
Age: 6-8 years
Topic: Loamy Soil
Sub-topic: Meaning, Properties, and Organisms Found in Loamy Soil
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives
At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define loamy soil.
- Describe the properties of loamy soil.
- List at least three organisms found in loamy soil.
Keywords
Loamy, soil, properties, organisms, texture, fertile.
Set Induction
The teacher will start by showing the pupils a sample of loamy soil and asking them if they know the name of the soil. The teacher will explain that the lesson is about loamy soil and its importance.
Entry Behaviour
Pupils are familiar with soil and may have seen different types of soil in their environment.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Samples of loamy, sandy, and clay soils.
- Pictures of organisms found in loamy soil (e.g., earthworms, ants).
- A magnifying glass (optional).
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
The teacher will remind pupils of their first-term lessons on types of soil and ask if they can recall any type of soil they know.
Embedded Core Skills
- Observation
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Communication
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Basic Science Textbook for Primary 2
Instructional Materials
- Samples of loamy soil
- Charts showing soil properties
- Pictures of organisms in loamy soil
Content
Definition, Meaning, and Explanation
- Loamy Soil:
- Loamy soil is a type of soil that is a mixture of sand, silt, and clay.
- It is dark in color and holds water well.
- It is fertile, meaning it is good for growing plants.
- Properties of Loamy Soil:
- Texture: It is smooth and soft to touch.
- Water Retention: It can hold water but does not get waterlogged.
- Nutrients: It is rich in nutrients needed by plants.
- Color: Usually dark brown or black.
- Organisms Found in Loamy Soil:
- Earthworms.
- Ants.
- Termites.
- Beetles.
- Microorganisms like bacteria.
Examples
- Farmers grow crops like maize and vegetables in loamy soil.
- Earthworms help to mix loamy soil, making it fertile.
- Ants create tunnels in loamy soil, which helps air enter.
- Gardens and farms usually have loamy soil.
- Loamy soil is good for planting trees and flowers.
Evaluation Questions
15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options
- Loamy soil is a mixture of sand, silt, and ______.
a) stone
b) clay
c) gravel
d) plastic
Answer: b - Loamy soil is ______ in color.
a) white
b) dark brown
c) green
d) yellow
Answer: b - ______ is an organism found in loamy soil.
a) Earthworm
b) Fish
c) Bird
d) Lion
Answer: a - Loamy soil is good for ______.
a) farming
b) building roads
c) making clothes
d) swimming
Answer: a - Loamy soil can hold ______ well.
a) air
b) stones
c) water
d) metals
Answer: c - The texture of loamy soil is ______.
a) rough
b) smooth
c) hard
d) sticky
Answer: b - Farmers prefer ______ soil for planting crops.
a) sandy
b) loamy
c) rocky
d) clay
Answer: b - Ants live in ______ soil.
a) rocky
b) loamy
c) waterlogged
d) sandy
Answer: b - Loamy soil contains a lot of ______.
a) nutrients
b) stones
c) plastic
d) sand only
Answer: a - ______ helps to make loamy soil fertile.
a) Earthworms
b) Chairs
c) Rocks
d) Glass
Answer: a - ______ is not found in loamy soil.
a) Termite
b) Fish
c) Beetle
d) Ant
Answer: b - ______ helps plants grow well in loamy soil.
a) Nutrients
b) Plastic
c) Stones
d) Sand
Answer: a - Loamy soil does not get ______ easily.
a) waterlogged
b) dry
c) fertile
d) dark
Answer: a - The color of loamy soil is usually ______.
a) green
b) black or dark brown
c) white
d) red
Answer: b - ______ creates tunnels in loamy soil.
a) Ants
b) Fish
c) Birds
d) Lions
Answer: a
Class Activity Discussion
15 FAQs with Answers
- What is loamy soil?
Loamy soil is a mixture of sand, silt, and clay that is good for farming. - What color is loamy soil?
It is dark brown or black. - Why is loamy soil good for farming?
It is fertile and holds water well. - Name one organism found in loamy soil.
Earthworm. - What makes loamy soil fertile?
Nutrients and organisms like earthworms. - What is the texture of loamy soil?
It is smooth and soft. - Can plants grow well in loamy soil?
Yes, they can grow well. - What does loamy soil hold well?
It holds water well. - Where can we find loamy soil?
In gardens and farms. - Do ants live in loamy soil?
Yes, they do. - Is loamy soil hard or soft?
It is soft. - What kind of weather helps loamy soil?
Rainy weather helps it stay fertile. - What crops can grow in loamy soil?
Maize, vegetables, and trees. - Does loamy soil contain nutrients?
Yes, it does. - Can we use loamy soil for planting flowers?
Yes, it is good for flowers.
Evaluation
10 Short-Answer Questions
- Define loamy soil.
- What is the color of loamy soil?
- Name one property of loamy soil.
- Give one reason why loamy soil is good for farming.
- Name two organisms found in loamy soil.
- What crops can grow in loamy soil?
- How does loamy soil feel to touch?
- Does loamy soil hold water well?
- Where can we find loamy soil?
- Name one thing that makes loamy soil fertile.
Conclusion
The teacher will move around the class to check pupils’ work, provide feedback, and correct any errors.
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