Cleaning and Arranging the Bedroom Home Economics Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 9

Comprehensive Lesson Plan

Subject: Home Economics

Class: Primary 3

Term: Second Term

Week: 9

Age: 7 – 8 years

Topic: Cleaning and Arranging the Bedroom

Sub-topic: Steps and Importance of Cleaning and Arranging the Bedroom

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Identify the steps for cleaning and arranging the bedroom.
2. List the materials needed for cleaning and arranging the bedroom.
3. Explain the importance of maintaining a clean and organized bedroom.

Keywords

Bedroom, cleaning, arranging, materials, tidy, organized.

Set Induction

The teacher shows pictures of a clean, arranged bedroom and a messy one, then asks, “Which bedroom would you like to sleep in? Why?”

Entry Behaviour

Pupils are familiar with basic cleaning activities like sweeping and dusting at home.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Broom
• Dustpan
• Mop
• Dusting cloth
• Bucket of water
• Wastebasket

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher recalls the previous lesson on cleaning the bedroom and links it to arranging the room after cleaning.

Embedded Core Skills

• Hygiene practices
• Organizational skills
• Responsibility

Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Home Economics
• Illustrated posters of cleaning and arranging steps

Reference Books

1. Lagos State Scheme of Work
2. Basic Home Economics Textbook for Primary Schools

Instructional Materials

• Picture charts showing a clean and arranged bedroom
• Cleaning and arranging tools for demonstration

Content

Definition of Cleaning and Arranging the Bedroom

• Cleaning the Bedroom means removing dirt, dust, and waste to make the room neat and hygienic.
• Arranging the Bedroom involves organizing furniture, clothes, and other items in the room after cleaning to make it look tidy and comfortable.

Materials Needed

1. Broom – For sweeping the floor.
2. Dustpan – For collecting dirt.
3. Mop – For cleaning sticky floors.
4. Dusting Cloth – For wiping surfaces and furniture.
5. Wastebasket – For collecting trash.

Steps for Cleaning the Bedroom

1. Remove trash and put it in the wastebasket.
2. Dust furniture and shelves using a dusting cloth.
3. Sweep the floor to remove dirt.
4. Mop the floor to clean sticky or wet areas.
5. Open windows to let in fresh air.

Steps for Arranging the Bedroom

1. Spread the bed neatly and arrange pillows.
2. Fold and store clothes in the wardrobe.
3. Place books and toys in their proper places.
4. Arrange chairs, tables, and other furniture properly.
5. Close the wastebasket lid and return cleaning tools to their storage area.

Importance of Cleaning and Arranging the Bedroom

1. Keeps the room tidy and neat.
2. Prevents the spread of germs and sickness.
3. Makes the room comfortable and relaxing.
4. Saves time by organizing items for easy retrieval.
5. Promotes good hygiene habits.

Examples of Cleaning and Arranging Materials

1. Broom
2. Dustpan
3. Mop
4. Dusting Cloth
5. Wastebasket

Evaluation Questions

Fill-in-the-blank questions:

1. Cleaning the bedroom removes __________. (a) dirt, b) toys, c) books, d) air)
2. A __________ is used for sweeping the floor. (a) mop, b) broom, c) table, d) book)
3. Arranging the bedroom makes it __________. (a) tidy, b) dark, c) noisy, d) uncomfortable)
4. __________ is used for cleaning sticky floors. (a) Dustpan, b) Mop, c) Chair, d) Pillow)
5. __________ is used to dust furniture. (a) Dusting cloth, b) Cup, c) Knife, d) Mop)
6. The bed should be __________ after cleaning. (a) spread, b) thrown, c) hidden, d) folded)
7. A __________ collects trash. (a) mop, b) wastebasket, c) chair, d) broom)
8. Cleaning the bedroom prevents __________. (a) sickness, b) toys, c) dustbins, d) spoons)
9. After cleaning, __________ should be opened to let in fresh air. (a) windows, b) doors, c) books, d) drawers)
10. Cleaning and arranging the bedroom help to keep it __________. (a) neat, b) messy, c) uncomfortable, d) noisy)

Class Activity Discussion

FAQs:

1. What is cleaning the bedroom? Removing dirt and waste from the room.
2. What is arranging the bedroom? Organizing items like clothes and furniture after cleaning.
3. Why do we arrange the bedroom? To make it tidy and comfortable.
4. Name two materials used for cleaning the bedroom. Broom and mop.
5. What do we use to collect dirt after sweeping? A dustpan.
6. Why should we dust furniture? To remove dust and dirt.
7. What do we use to clean wet floors? A mop.
8. What happens if we don’t clean our bedroom? It becomes untidy and attracts germs.
9. Why do we open windows after cleaning? To let in fresh air.
10. What should we do with clothes after cleaning the room? Fold and store them in the wardrobe.

Presentation Structure

1. Step 1: Revise the previous lesson on cleaning the bedroom.
2. Step 2: Introduce the topic and explain the importance of arranging the bedroom after cleaning.
3. Step 3: Demonstrate the steps for cleaning and arranging the bedroom.
4. Step 4: Encourage pupils to identify cleaning and arranging materials.

Teacher’s Activities

1. Define cleaning and arranging the bedroom.
2. Display cleaning and arranging tools, explaining their uses.
3. Demonstrate how to clean and arrange the bedroom step by step.
4. Ask pupils to practice arranging items like books or pillows.

Learners’ Activities

1. Participate in the discussion.
2. Identify and name cleaning tools.
3. Practice cleaning and arranging actions with teacher guidance.
4. Answer the evaluation questions.

Assessment

Short-answer questions:

1. What does cleaning the bedroom mean?
2. Name two materials used for arranging the bedroom.
3. What is the first step in cleaning the bedroom?
4. Why do we spread the bed after cleaning?
5. Name two steps for arranging the bedroom.

Conclusion

The teacher checks pupils’ answers, provides corrections, and emphasizes the importance of cleaning and arranging the bedroom regularly.