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Cleaning the Bedroom: Materials and Steps Home Economics Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Cleaning the Bedroom

Comprehensive Lesson Plan

Subject: Home Economics

Class: Primary 3

Term: Second Term

Week: 8

Age: 7 – 8 years

Topic: Cleaning the Bedroom: Materials and Steps

Sub-topic: Materials and Procedures for Cleaning the Bedroom

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

  1. Identify the materials needed for cleaning the bedroom.
  2. List the steps involved in cleaning the bedroom.
  3. Explain why it is important to clean the bedroom regularly.

Keywords

Bedroom, cleaning, materials, steps, hygiene, dust.

Set Induction

The teacher shows a picture of a clean and an untidy bedroom and asks, “Which bedroom would you like to sleep in, and why?”

Entry Behaviour

Pupils know that bedrooms are where they sleep and have seen adults cleaning them.

Learning Resources and Materials

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

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher discusses the importance of keeping spaces clean, linking it to hygiene and comfort.

Embedded Core Skills

  • Hygiene practices
  • Organizational skills
  • Practical cleaning techniques

Learning Materials

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work for Home Economics
  • Illustrated posters showing bedroom cleaning steps

Reference Books

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

Instructional Materials

  • Picture charts showing cleaning materials and a clean bedroom
  • Real cleaning items for demonstration

Content

Definition of Bedroom Cleaning

Cleaning the bedroom means removing dirt, dust, and waste to make the room tidy and comfortable for sleeping.

Materials Needed for Cleaning the Bedroom

  1. Broom – For sweeping the floor.
  2. Dustpan – For collecting dirt after sweeping.
  3. Mop – For cleaning wet or sticky floors.
  4. Bucket of Water – For wet cleaning or mopping.
  5. Dusting Cloth – For cleaning furniture and surfaces.
  6. Wastebasket – For collecting trash.

Steps for Cleaning the Bedroom

  1. Remove Trash – Collect all trash and put it in the wastebasket.
  2. Dust the Furniture – Use a clean cloth to dust surfaces like tables and shelves.
  3. Sweep the Floor – Use a broom to sweep the floor, removing all dirt.
  4. Mop the Floor – Mop the floor to remove sticky stains or wet spots.
  5. Arrange the Bed – Spread the bed properly and arrange pillows neatly.
  6. Open the Windows – Allow fresh air to come into the room.

Importance of Cleaning the Bedroom

  1. Makes the room look neat and tidy.
  2. Prevents the spread of germs and sickness.
  3. Creates a comfortable place to rest.
  4. Improves air quality in the room.
  5. Helps to organize items and find them easily.

Examples of Cleaning Materials

  1. Broom
  2. Dustpan
  3. Mop
  4. Bucket of water
  5. Dusting cloth

Evaluation Questions

Fill-in-the-blank questions:

  1. Cleaning the bedroom makes it __________. (a) dirty, b) neat, c) small, d) dark)
  2. __________ is used for sweeping the floor. (a) Mop, b) Broom, c) Knife, d) Cup)
  3. A __________ collects trash. (a) dustpan, b) wastebasket, c) bucket, d) spoon)
  4. __________ is used to clean surfaces. (a) Dusting cloth, b) Rug, c) Chair, d) Bed)
  5. __________ helps to clean sticky stains on the floor. (a) Mop, b) Cup, c) Knife, d) Table)
  6. Dust is removed from tables using a __________. (a) dusting cloth, b) pillow, c) stick, d) spoon)
  7. To clean the bedroom floor, you must first __________. (a) sweep, b) mop, c) paint, d) hide)
  8. Opening windows allows __________ into the room. (a) fresh air, b) dirt, c) trash, d) water)
  9. The bed should be __________ after cleaning the room. (a) spread, b) thrown, c) folded, d) hidden)
  10. Cleaning prevents the spread of __________. (a) germs, b) shoes, c) toys, d) dustbins)
  11. __________ helps to collect dirt after sweeping. (a) Dustpan, b) Mop, c) Broom, d) Table)
  12. Cleaning the bedroom improves __________ quality. (a) air, b) water, c) light, d) dust)
  13. We use __________ to clean sticky floors. (a) mop, b) stick, c) cloth, d) broom)
  14. A tidy room helps us to __________ items easily. (a) find, b) lose, c) misplace, d) hide)
  15. Cleaning the bedroom makes it __________ to rest. (a) comfortable, b) messy, c) uncomfortable, d) noisy)

Class Activity Discussion

FAQs:

  1. What does cleaning the bedroom mean? It means making the bedroom neat and tidy.
  2. Why should we clean the bedroom? To keep it neat and free of germs.
  3. What materials are needed for cleaning the bedroom? Broom, mop, bucket, dusting cloth, and wastebasket.
  4. What is the first step in cleaning the bedroom? Removing trash.
  5. Why do we dust furniture? To remove dirt and dust.
  6. What do we use to sweep the floor? A broom.
  7. What is the purpose of a mop? To clean sticky or wet floors.
  8. Why do we open windows after cleaning? To let in fresh air.
  9. What happens if we don’t clean the bedroom? It will become untidy and attract germs.
  10. Why should we arrange the bed? To make the room look neat.
  11. What is used to collect trash? A wastebasket.
  12. What do we use to clean tables? A dusting cloth.
  13. How does cleaning the bedroom improve air quality? By removing dust and dirt.
  14. What should we do after sweeping? Mop the floor.
  15. Why is it important to clean regularly? To maintain hygiene and comfort.

Presentation Structure

  1. Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic on washing clothes.
  2. Step 2: The teacher introduces the topic and explains the importance of cleaning bedrooms.
  3. Step 3: The teacher demonstrates how to clean a bedroom step by step.
  4. Step 4: The teacher asks pupils to identify cleaning materials.

Teacher’s Activities

  1. Define cleaning the bedroom and explain its importance.
  2. Display the cleaning materials and describe their uses.
  3. Demonstrate the steps for cleaning the bedroom.
  4. Guide pupils to practice cleaning actions, such as dusting or sweeping.

Learners’ Activities

  1. Listen to the teacher and participate in the discussion.
  2. Identify the cleaning materials shown by the teacher.
  3. Practice the steps for cleaning, such as arranging the bed.
  4. Answer evaluation questions.

Assessment

Short-answer questions:

  1. What does cleaning the bedroom mean?
  2. Name two materials used for cleaning the bedroom.
  3. What is the first step in cleaning a bedroom?
  4. Why should we dust furniture?
  5. What should we do after sweeping the floor?

Conclusion

The teacher checks pupils’ answers, marks their work, and provides corrections where necessary.

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