Meaning and Reasons for Packaging Water Basic Science Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Lesson Plan: Meaning and Reasons for Packaging Water

Subject: Basic Science
Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: 8
Age: 8–9 years
Topic: Meaning and Reasons for Packaging Water
Sub-topic: Importance and Methods of Packaging Water
Duration: 40 minutes


Behavioural Objectives

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

  1. Define water packaging.
  2. State at least three reasons for packaging water.
  3. Identify different ways water is packaged.
  4. Explain the importance of clean and safe water packaging.

Keywords

  • Packaging
  • Water
  • Cleanliness
  • Safety
  • Bottled water

Set Induction

The teacher begins the lesson by displaying a bottle of water and a sachet of water, asking pupils if they drink packaged water and why they think it is important.


Entry Behaviour

Pupils are familiar with water from various sources such as rivers, wells, and taps.


Learning Resources and Materials

  • Bottled water
  • Sachet water
  • Pictures of water packaging methods
  • A clean glass of water

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher asks pupils about how they get drinking water at home and discusses the need for clean water.


Embedded Core Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Communication
  • Observation

Reference Books

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work
  • Basic Science Textbook for Primary 3

Instructional Materials

  • A bottle of water
  • A sachet of water
  • Chart showing reasons for packaging water

Content

Meaning of Water Packaging

  1. Water packaging means putting water into clean containers or sachets for people to drink.
  2. It helps to keep water clean and safe for drinking.

Reasons for Packaging Water

  1. Cleanliness: To ensure the water is free from dirt and germs.
  2. Convenience: It makes it easy to carry and drink water anywhere.
  3. Safety: Packaged water is less likely to get contaminated.
  4. Preservation: It protects water from harmful substances.
  5. Distribution: It allows water to be sold in shops and other places.

Examples of Packaged Water

  1. Bottled water
  2. Sachet water
  3. Canned water
  4. Plastic containers
  5. Glass bottles

Evaluation Questions

Part A: Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options

  1. Water packaging means putting water into ______ for drinking.
    a. dirty bottles b. clean containers c. old cans d. muddy jars
  2. One reason for packaging water is to keep it ______.
    a. dirty b. clean c. colorful d. smelly
  3. Packaged water is easy to ______.
    a. carry b. waste c. throw away d. hide
  4. Bottled water is an example of ______ water.
    a. clean b. dirty c. untreated d. salty
  5. Packaged water is less likely to get ______.
    a. clean b. contaminated c. safe d. preserved
  6. Packaged water protects water from ______ substances.
    a. harmful b. useful c. tasty d. sweet
  7. Water in sachets is called ______ water.
    a. dirty b. sachet c. clean d. unsafe
  8. Packaged water is sold in ______.
    a. bushes b. shops c. wells d. ponds
  9. ______ helps to keep water clean and safe for drinking.
    a. Packaging b. Throwing c. Polluting d. Pouring
  10. Water is preserved to prevent it from getting ______.
    a. bad b. good c. nice d. sweet

Part B: Class Activity Discussion (FAQs)

  1. What is water packaging?
    Water packaging means putting water in clean containers for drinking.
  2. Why is water packaged?
    To make it clean and safe for drinking.
  3. Name one type of packaged water.
    Bottled water.
  4. How does packaging make water safe?
    It prevents contamination.
  5. Can we carry packaged water easily?
    Yes, it is convenient to carry.
  6. Why is packaged water sold in shops?
    For people to buy clean water easily.
  7. What protects water from dirt and germs?
    Packaging.
  8. What is sachet water?
    Water packaged in plastic sachets.
  9. Why do people prefer bottled water?
    It is clean and safe.
  10. Can packaging preserve water?
    Yes, it keeps water fresh.
  11. What happens if water is not packaged?
    It may get dirty or contaminated.
  12. What type of water is sold in cans?
    Packaged water.
  13. Why do we need clean water?
    To stay healthy.
  14. How do you know water is clean?
    It is packaged and clear.
  15. Can packaged water get dirty?
    No, it is protected from dirt.

Teacher’s Activities

  1. Show the pupils different types of packaged water.
  2. Explain the meaning of water packaging and its importance.
  3. Discuss the reasons for packaging water with examples.
  4. Guide the pupils in identifying types of packaged water.

Learners’ Activities

  1. Observe the different types of packaged water shown.
  2. Participate in discussing the reasons for packaging water.
  3. Answer questions about the topic.
  4. Share their experiences with packaged water.

Conclusion

The teacher reviews the lesson by asking pupils to name the reasons for packaging water and identify examples of packaged water.


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