When To Exercise Home Economics Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Subject: Home Economics
Class: Primary 2
Term: Second Term
Week: 4
Topic: When To Exercise
Duration: 45 minutes

Entry Behaviour: Students should be able to identify different times of the day and activities they engage in during those times.

Key Words: Exercise, morning, afternoon, evening, recess, before, after, energized, relaxation, routine.

Behavioural Objectives:
At the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

  1. Identify different times of the day when they can exercise.
  2. Understand the importance of exercising at different times.
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of when to exercise through simple activities.

Embedded Core Skills:

  1. Time management
  2. Physical activity
  3. Following instructions

Learning Materials:

  1. Whiteboard and markers
  2. Pictures or drawings representing different times of the day
  3. Flashcards with words related to exercise and time

Reference Materials:

  1. Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 2 Home Economics
  2. Home Economics Textbook for Primary 2
  3. Workbook for Home Economics for Primary 2

Content:

 

Best Time To Exercise 

  1. In the morning before school.
  2. After school before homework time.
  3. During recess or break time.
  4. Before dinner in the evening.
  5. With friends or family on weekends.
  6. When you wake up feeling full of energy.
  7. When you feel bored and want to move your body.
  8. Before taking a bath or shower.
  9. When you feel stressed or upset and need to relax.
  10. Anytime you have free time and want to have fun moving around.

Classwork

  1. You can exercise in the ________ before school. a) morning b) afternoon c) evening d) night
  2. After school, you can exercise before ________ time. a) play b) homework c) lunch d) dinner
  3. During ________ or break time, you can exercise. a) lunch b) recess c) snack d) bedtime
  4. You can exercise with friends or family on ________. a) weekdays b) weekends c) holidays d) birthdays
  5. When you wake up feeling full of ________, it’s a good time to exercise. a) energy b) sleep c) food d) water
  6. When you feel ________ and want to move your body, you can exercise. a) happy b) bored c) sad d) angry
  7. Before taking a bath or ________, you can exercise. a) eat b) sleep c) shower d) study
  8. When you feel stressed or upset and need to ________, you can exercise. a) play b) relax c) read d) eat
  9. Anytime you have ________ time and want to have fun moving around, you can exercise. a) busy b) free c) quiet d) rainy
  10. You can exercise when the weather is ________. a) sunny b) snowy c) rainy d) all of the above
  11. You can exercise before ________ to wake up your body. a) eating b) drinking c) sleeping d) all of the above
  12. During the weekend, you can exercise ________ your family. a) without b) against c) with d) beside
  13. You can exercise in the ________ before going to bed. a) night b) morning c) afternoon d) noon
  14. If you feel ________ after sitting for a long time, you can exercise. a) tired b) hungry c) thirsty d) sleepy
  15. When you have ________ from studying or working, you can exercise. a) a break b) a test c) a friend d) a parent

Presentation

  1. Introduction: (5 minutes)
  2. Discussion: (10 minutes)
    • Discuss the different times of the day when students can exercise, such as in the morning, afternoon, and evening.
    • Explain the importance of exercising at different times, such as staying healthy, having energy, and feeling good.
  3. Activity: (15 minutes)
    • Show pictures or drawings representing different times of the day.
    • Ask students to match the pictures with the appropriate time for exercising.
    • Discuss why each time is suitable for exercising.
  4. Teacher’s Activity: (5 minutes)
    • Guide students in understanding the benefits of exercise at different times.
    • Encourage students to share their experiences of exercising at different times.
  5. Learners’ Activity: (10 minutes)
    • Engage students in a simple physical activity routine, incorporating exercises suitable for different times of the day.
    • Monitor and assist students as they participate in the activity.

Assessment:

  • Observe students’ participation and understanding during the activity.
  • Ask questions to assess students’ comprehension of the importance of exercising at different times.

 Evaluation:

  1. When is a good time to exercise in the morning? a) Before breakfast b) After dinner c) Before bedtime d) After lunch
  2. Why is it important to exercise in the afternoon? a) To feel sleepy b) To stay energized c) To watch TV d) To skip meals
  3. What can exercise help you do after school? a) Play video games b) Finish homework faster c) Take a nap d) Eat lots of snacks
  4. When can you exercise with your family on weekends? a) In the morning b) In the evening c) At midnight d) During breakfast
  5. Why is it good to exercise when you wake up feeling full of energy? a) To feel even more tired b) To play video games c) To waste time d) To stay healthy
  6. What should you do if you feel bored and want to move your body? a) Sit still b) Watch TV c) Exercise d) Sleep
  7. When can you exercise before taking a bath or shower? a) After eating b) Before bedtime c) After school d) Before lunch
  8. How can exercise help when you feel stressed or upset? a) Make you feel even more stressed b) Relax your body and mind c) Eat more junk food d) Sleep all day
  9. What can you do when you have free time and want to have fun moving around? a) Sit quietly b) Exercise c) Watch TV d) Eat snacks
  10. Why is it important to exercise when the weather is sunny? a) To feel cold b) To stay warm c) To get wet d) To watch movies

Conclusion:

  • Review the key points discussed during the lesson.
  • Encourage students to practice exercising at different times to stay healthy and strong.