Benefits of a Clean Environment Social Studies Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Lesson Plan Presentation

Subject: Social Studies
Class: Primary 2
Term: 2
Week: 6
Age: 7-8 years
Topic: Benefits of a Clean Environment
Sub-topic: Understanding Why Cleanliness Matters
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Recognize the benefits of a clean environment.
2. Identify positive outcomes of cleanliness.
3. Explain the importance of keeping their surroundings clean.

Keywords

Clean Environment, Benefits, Beauty, Health, Odor-free.

Set Induction

The teacher shows a picture of a dirty environment and a clean environment, asking the pupils which one they prefer and why.

Entry Behaviour

Students should name one thing they like about a clean place.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Visual aids showing clean and dirty environments.
• Flashcards with keywords.
• Posters of benefits from clean surroundings (e.g., improved health, beauty).

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher reminds the students of the tools and methods for keeping the environment clean discussed in the last lesson.

Embedded Core Skills

• Observation
• Communication
• Identification

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Basic Social Studies for Primary Schools

Instructional Materials

• Picture charts of clean and dirty places.
• Posters showing benefits of a clean environment.
• Flashcards with vocabulary words.

Content

Definition and Meaning

1. A clean environment is a place that is free of dirt, germs, and waste.
2. It promotes health, comfort, and happiness.
3. Cleanliness involves proper disposal of waste and regular cleaning activities.

Benefits of a Clean Environment

1. Improved Health: Clean surroundings reduce the risk of sickness.
2. Beauty: A clean environment looks attractive.
3. Odor-Free: Clean areas smell nice and fresh.
4. Safety: Cleanliness prevents accidents caused by litter or slippery surfaces.
5. Better Mood: Staying in a clean place makes people happy and relaxed.

Examples of Benefits

1. No flies or mosquitoes in a clean home.
2. Schools with clean toilets help prevent sickness.
3. Parks free of trash are safe and fun to play in.
4. Clean roads make transportation smooth.
5. Proper waste disposal keeps rivers clean and safe.

Evaluation Questions

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options

1. A place free of dirt and germs is called a __________ environment.
   a) Dirty
   b) Clean
   c) Noisy
   d) Polluted
2. Clean surroundings reduce the risk of __________.
   a) Sickness
   b) Laughter
   c) Noise
   d) Accidents
3. A clean environment looks __________.
   a) Ugly
   b) Beautiful
   c) Scary
   d) Dangerous
4. Proper waste disposal helps to keep __________ safe.
   a) Rivers
   b) Cars
   c) Clothes
   d) Shoes
5. Clean areas are free of bad __________.
   a) Smells
   b) Cars
   c) Houses
   d) Trees
6. Clean roads make transportation __________.
   a) Hard
   b) Smooth
   c) Scary
   d) Expensive
7. Cleaning helps prevent __________ caused by slippery floors.
   a) Accidents
   b) Fun
   c) Games
   d) Singing
8. Clean places are free of __________.
   a) Joy
   b) Flies
   c) Flowers
   d) Friends
9. Clean parks are __________ to play in.
   a) Safe
   b) Dangerous
   c) Noisy
   d) Sad
10. A clean home smells __________.
    a) Bad
    b) Fresh
    c) Loud
    d) Strong
11. __________ is one benefit of a clean environment.
    a) Pollution
    b) Odor
    c) Beauty
    d) Noise
12. Dirty surroundings attract __________.
    a) Germs
    b) Flowers
    c) Books
    d) Smiles
13. __________ should be thrown in the dustbin.
    a) Litter
    b) Toys
    c) Bags
    d) Chairs
14. Clean toilets prevent __________.
    a) Sickness
    b) Happiness
    c) Fun
    d) Odor
15. Clean places make people feel __________.
    a) Sad
    b) Happy
    c) Bored
    d) Scared

Class Activity Discussion (15 FAQs)

1. What is a clean environment?
   A place free of dirt and germs.
2. Why is it important to keep our environment clean?
   To stay healthy and happy.
3. What is the benefit of a clean home?
   It is free of bad smells.
4. How does cleanliness promote safety?
   By preventing accidents caused by litter.
5. What happens when waste is properly disposed of?
   The surroundings remain clean.
6. What attracts flies and mosquitoes?
   Dirty environments.
7. Why do clean roads help transportation?
   They make it smooth and safe.
8. What does a clean park promote?
   Safe play for children.
9. How does cleanliness improve mood?
   Clean places make people happy.
10. What should we do with litter?
    Throw it in a dustbin.
11. How do clean toilets help in schools?
    They prevent sickness.
12. What should be done with broken glass?
    Dispose of it safely.
13. What does cleaning prevent on slippery floors?
    Accidents.
14. Why do clean places look beautiful?
    Because they are free of dirt and waste.
15. How often should cleaning be done?
    Daily.

Teacher’s Activities

1. Show pictures of clean and dirty environments.
2. Explain the benefits of cleanliness using flashcards.
3. Ask students to identify clean and dirty places.
4. Highlight the importance of proper waste disposal.
5. Guide pupils to discuss ways to keep their surroundings clean.

Learners’ Activities

1. Observe and compare clean and dirty pictures.
2. Participate in discussions on the benefits of cleanliness.
3. Answer questions about clean surroundings.
4. Share ways they can help keep their environment clean.

Assessment (10 Evaluation Questions)

1. Define a clean environment.
2. List two benefits of a clean environment.
3. What can dirty surroundings cause?
4. Mention one way to dispose of waste properly.
5. How does a clean environment improve health?
6. Why do clean places look beautiful?
7. What does proper cleaning prevent?
8. Give an example of a clean place you know.
9. What happens when roads are clean?
10. How do clean surroundings affect mood?

Conclusion

The teacher reviews the benefits of a clean environment. Students share their favorite benefit. The teacher marks their work and provides feedback.