How to Take Care of Skin and Articles for Cleaning the Skin Home Economics Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Subject: Home Economics
Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: Week 4
Topic: Skin Care: Washing, Protection, and Hydration
Duration: 45 minutes

Entry Behaviour: Students should be able to name basic hygiene practices and understand the importance of cleanliness.

Key Words: Skin care, washing, protection, hydration.

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

  1. Explain the importance of washing their skin regularly.
  2. Identify ways to protect their skin from the sun.
  3. List methods to keep their skin hydrated and healthy.

Embedded Core Skills: Observation, communication, hygiene practices.

Learning Materials:

  • Pictures showing skin care practices.
  • Sunscreen bottle, soap, lotion.
  • Reference books: Lagos State Scheme of Work, Computer Studies Textbook Book 3.

Content:

Care of the Skin:

  1. Wash your face with water and soap every day to keep it clean and fresh. 🧼
  2. Use sunscreen when going outside to protect your skin from the sun’s rays. ☀️
  3. Moisturize your skin with lotion or oil to keep it soft and smooth. 💧
  4. Drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated and healthy. 💦

Articles for Skin Care:

  1. Soap: Used for cleaning the skin and removing dirt and oil. 🧼
  2. Sunscreen: Protects the skin from harmful UV rays. ☀️
  3. Lotion: Keeps the skin moisturized and prevents dryness. 💧
  4. Oil: Nourishes and softens the skin, especially in dry areas. 🌿

Methods for Skin Care:

  1. Cleansing: Washing the face with soap and water to remove dirt and oil. 🧼
  2. Protection: Applying sunscreen before going outside to prevent sunburn. ☀️
  3. Moisturizing: Using lotion or oil to keep the skin soft and hydrated. 💧
  4. Hydration: Drinking water regularly to maintain healthy skin from within. 💦

Class Activity

  1. Why is it important to wash our face every day?
    • Washing our face helps keep it clean and fresh, removing dirt and oil.
  2. What does sunscreen do for our skin?
    • Sunscreen protects our skin from the sun’s harmful rays, preventing sunburn and skin damage.
  3. What is the purpose of moisturizing our skin?
    • Moisturizing keeps our skin soft and smooth, preventing dryness and roughness.
  4. How does drinking water help our skin?
    • Drinking water keeps our skin hydrated, making it healthy and glowing.
  5. What is soap used for in skin care?
    • Soap is used to clean the skin, removing dirt and bacteria.
  6. Why should we use sunscreen before going outside?
    • We use sunscreen to protect our skin from getting burnt by the sun.
  7. What does lotion do for our skin?
    • Lotion keeps our skin moisturized, preventing it from becoming dry and flaky.
  8. How often should we apply sunscreen?
    • We should apply sunscreen every time we go outside, especially during sunny days.
  9. Can oil be used for skin care?
    • Yes, oil can be used to nourish and soften the skin, especially in dry areas.
  10. Why is it important to keep our skin clean and hydrated?
    • Keeping our skin clean and hydrated helps maintain its health and beauty, preventing problems like acne and dryness.

Evaluation :

  1. What do we use to wash our face every day? a) Soap b) Toothpaste c) Shampoo d) Juice
  2. Sunscreen helps protect our skin from the sun’s ________. a) Rain b) Heat c) Cold d) Rays
  3. Why do we moisturize our skin? a) To make it dirty b) To keep it rough c) To keep it soft d) To make it oily
  4. What should we drink to keep our skin hydrated? a) Milk b) Water c) Soda d) Juice
  5. Soap is used to ________ the skin and remove dirt. a) Clean b) Paint c) Decorate d) Scratch
  6. Why do we need to use sunscreen? a) To protect our skin from getting wet b) To protect our skin from the sun’s harmful rays c) To make our skin darker d) To make our skin colder
  7. Lotion keeps our skin ________ and smooth. a) Dirty b) Rough c) Soft d) Wet
  8. How often should we apply sunscreen when going outside? a) Every hour b) Every day c) Every month d) Every week
  9. Can oil be used for skin care? a) No b) Sometimes c) Yes d) Maybe
  10. What is the purpose of moisturizing our skin? a) To make it dirty b) To keep it rough c) To keep it soft d) To make it oily
  11. What does sunscreen protect our skin from? a) Rain b) Sun’s rays c) Wind d) Snow
  12. What does lotion do for our skin? a) Cleans it b) Makes it dirty c) Keeps it moisturized d) Makes it rough
  13. How does drinking water help our skin? a) It makes it dirty b) It keeps it hydrated c) It makes it oily d) It makes it rough
  14. What is the main purpose of using soap in skin care? a) To make the skin smell good b) To clean the skin and remove dirt c) To make the skin shiny d) To make the skin wet
  15. Why is it important to use sunscreen before going outside? a) To protect our skin from getting cold b) To protect our skin from the sun’s harmful rays c) To make our skin darker d) To make our skin wet

 

Presentation :
  1. Revision:
    • The teacher revises the previous topic, which was hair care, by asking questions like “What do we do to keep our hair clean?” and “Why is it important to protect our hair from the sun?”
  2. Introduction of New Topic:
    • The teacher introduces the new topic by displaying pictures showing washing, protection, and hydration of the skin.
    • The teacher explains that today’s lesson is about taking care of our skin to keep it healthy and clean.
  3. Teacher’s Activities:
    • The teacher explains the importance of washing our skin regularly to remove dirt and bacteria.
    • The teacher demonstrates how to use sunscreen to protect the skin from the sun’s harmful rays.
    • The teacher discusses the importance of keeping the skin hydrated and demonstrates how to apply lotion or oil.
  4. Learners Activities:
    • Students observe the pictures and identify different skin care practices.
    • Students participate in discussions and ask questions if they don’t understand.
    • Students practice washing their hands and applying lotion using imaginary tools.

Assessment:

  • The teacher assesses students’ understanding by asking questions during the lesson.
  • The teacher observes students’ participation and engagement.
  • The teacher evaluates students’ ability to demonstrate skin care practices.

Evaluation:

  1. Why is it important to wash our skin regularly?
  2. How does sunscreen protect our skin?
  3. What are two methods to keep our skin hydrated?
  4. What does lotion do for our skin?
  5. What is the purpose of washing our skin?
  6. How often should we apply sunscreen when going outside?
  7. Can oil be used for skin care?
  8. Why is it important to keep our skin clean?
  9. What should we drink to keep our skin hydrated?
  10. What is the importance of protecting our skin from the sun?

Conclusion:

  • The teacher goes round to mark students’ understanding and addresses any misconceptions.
  • The teacher emphasizes the importance of practicing good skin care habits and maintaining personal hygiene.