Safety in the Environment – School Nursery 1 Age 3 Basic Science and Technology Nursery 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5
Subject: Basic Science and Technology
Class: Nursery 1
Age: 3 years
Term: First Term
Week: Week 5
Topic: Safety in the Environment (School)
Duration: 30 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
- Pupils should be able to understand why safety is important in school.
- Pupils should know basic steps to ensure safety in the classroom.
- Pupils should identify safety workers in the school.
- Pupils should differentiate between safe and unsafe objects in the classroom.
Key words: Safety, Environment, School, Classroom, Workers, Safe, Unsafe
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils are expected to recognize basic safety rules like walking indoors and not touching dangerous objects.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Pictures of school environments (classroom, playground).
- Toy objects representing safe and unsafe items.
- Flashcards of safety workers (teachers, security guards, nurses).
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Begin by discussing places in the school and what makes them safe. Connect to prior knowledge by reinforcing basic safety rules.
Embedded Core Skills:
Observation, Recognition, Differentiation
Instructional Materials:
Use pictures and toys to demonstrate safe and unsafe actions and objects.
Content:
SAFETY IN THE ENVIRONMENT (SCHOOL)
i) Reasons for Safety in the School:
- To avoid accidents like falling or getting hurt 🚸.
- To keep everyone healthy and happy 😊.
- To learn and play safely 🎓🏫.
ii) Steps to Ensure Safety in the Classroom:
- Walk, don’t run inside the classroom 🚶♂️.
- Sit properly on chairs and tables 🪑.
- Keep toys and objects in their place 🧸.
iii) Safety Workers in the School:
- Teachers 👩🏫👨🏫.
- Security guards 👮♂️👮♀️.
- Nurses 👩⚕️👨⚕️.
iv) Safe and Unsafe Objects in the Classroom:
- Safe: Crayons 🖍️, Books 📚, Chairs 🪑.
- Unsafe: Scissors ✂️ (without supervision), Broken toys 🧸.
Questions :
- Q: Why is safety important in school? A: To avoid accidents and stay healthy.
- Q: What should we do inside the classroom? A: Walk and not run.
- Q: Where do we sit in the classroom? A: On chairs and tables.
- Q: Who helps us stay safe in school? A: Teachers, security guards, and nurses.
- Q: What are safe objects in the classroom? A: Crayons, books, and chairs.
- Q: Can we play with scissors alone? A: No, we need supervision.
- Q: What should we do with broken toys? A: Tell a grown-up and don’t play with them.
- Q: Why should we keep things tidy in the classroom? A: To avoid tripping and falling.
- Q: Who do we listen to for safety rules? A: Teachers and grown-ups.
- Q: How do we have fun safely in school? A: By following safety rules and playing nicely.
Evaluation :
- What is important in school?
a) Running fast
b) Safety
c) Eating snacks
d) Playing loudly - Where do we sit in the classroom?
a) On tables
b) On chairs and tables
c) On the floor
d) In the playground - Who helps us stay safe in school?
a) Friends
b) Teachers, security guards, and nurses
c) Strangers
d) Animals - What should we do with broken toys?
a) Play with them
b) Tell a grown-up and not play with them
c) Hide them
d) Give them to friends - What do we walk inside the classroom?
a) Slowly
b) Backwards
c) Quickly
d) Normally - Where should we keep our bags?
a) On the floor
b) On chairs
c) Outside
d) In the toilet - Who gives us safety rules in school?
a) Friends
b) Teachers and grown-ups
c) Animals
d) Books - What should we not touch in the classroom without permission?
a) Friends
b) Scissors
c) Chairs
d) Toys - How do we have fun safely in school?
a) By following safety rules
b) By breaking rules
c) By being loud
d) By playing alone - What do we wear to keep our heads safe?
a) Hats
b) Helmets
c) Scarves
d) Shoes - Who helps us if we get hurt in school?
a) Parents
b) Nurses
c) Friends
d) Strangers - Where should we play in school?
a) Everywhere
b) Only in the playground
c) In the classroom
d) On the stairs - Can we touch hot things in school?
a) Yes
b) No, we can get burned
c) Sometimes
d) Only with gloves - What should we do if we see something dangerous?
a) Run away
b) Tell a grown-up
c) Ignore it
d) Play with it - Who tells us about safety rules in school?
a) Books
b) Teachers and grown-ups
c) Animals
d) Friends
Presentation:
Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic which was:
Safe Environment (Home). Relate safety rules at home to safety rules in school. Meaning of Safety Environment – Home Nursery 1 Age 3 Basic Science and Technology Nursery 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic:
Discuss reasons why safety is important in school (to avoid accidents, stay healthy, learn comfortably). Show pictures of school environments and safety workers.
Step 3: The teacher allows pupils to give their own contributions and corrects when necessary:
Engage pupils in discussions about safety in different areas of the school. Show flashcards of safety workers and discuss their roles. Use toy objects to identify safe and unsafe items in the classroom.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Lead discussions on school safety reasons.
- Present safety workers and their roles.
- Demonstrate safe and unsafe objects/actions.
Learners’ Activities:
- Participate in discussions about school safety.
- Identify safety workers and their roles.
- Differentiate between safe and unsafe objects.
Assessment:
Observe pupils’ participation and understanding during discussions and activities. Check their ability to identify safe and unsafe objects/actions.
Evaluation Questions:
- Why is safety important in school?
- Who helps us stay safe in school?
- What should we do if we see something dangerous in school?
- Name a place in the school where we should walk, not run.
- Can we touch hot things in the classroom?
- Who teaches us safety rules in school?
- Name a safety worker in the school.
- What is one thing we should not do in the classroom?
- What should we do with broken objects in the classroom?
- How do we have fun safely in school?
Conclusion:
The teacher assesses pupils’ understanding through interactions and activities. Reinforce key safety messages and encourage pupils to practice safety at school and home.