Meaning, Importance, and Objects for Personal Hygiene Basic Science and Technology Nursery 1 Age First Term Lesson Notes Week 9

Subject: Basic Science and Technology

Class: Nursery 1

Term: First Term

Week: 9

Topic: Safety: Personal Cleanliness

Sub-topic: Meaning, Importance, and Objects for Personal Hygiene

Duration: 30 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

• Students should be able to explain personal cleanliness.
• Students should understand the importance of good personal hygiene.
• Students should identify at least two objects needed for personal hygiene.

Key Words: Personal cleanliness, hygiene, importance, objects, brush, soap, toothpaste, health.

Entry Behaviour: Students are familiar with basic hygiene practices such as brushing teeth and washing hands.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures of hygiene items (toothbrush, soap, etc.).
• Storybooks or videos on personal cleanliness.
• Whiteboard and markers.
• Flashcards with hygiene-related words.

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge: Review basic hygiene practices and ask students about the importance of brushing teeth and washing hands.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Communication skills (explaining concepts).
• Critical thinking (analyzing importance).
• Observation skills (identifying objects).

Learning Materials:

• Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work for Nursery 1.
• Instructional Materials: Flashcards, pictures, storybooks, videos.

Content:

SAFETY: PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

1. Meaning of Personal Cleanliness:
   • It means keeping our bodies clean and neat 🧼.
2. Importance of Good Personal Hygiene:
   • Helps us stay healthy and avoid getting sick 🤒.
   • Makes us feel good and confident about ourselves.
3. Objects Needed for Personal Hygiene:
   • Toothbrush and toothpaste for brushing teeth 🦷.
   • Soap and water for bathing 🛁.

Discussion about personal cleanliness and hygiene:

1. Q: What is personal cleanliness? A: Personal cleanliness means keeping our bodies clean and neat.
2. Q: Why is personal cleanliness important? A: It helps us stay healthy, avoid sickness, and feel good about ourselves.
3. Q: What are some examples of personal cleanliness habits? A: Bathing regularly, brushing teeth, and washing hands before meals.
4. Q: What happens if we don’t practice personal cleanliness? A: We might get sick more often and feel uncomfortable.
5. Q: How often should we brush our teeth? A: We should brush our teeth at least twice a day, in the morning and before bed.
6. Q: Why is washing hands important? A: Washing hands helps remove germs and prevents spreading sickness.
7. Q: What are some objects needed for personal hygiene? A: Toothbrush and toothpaste for brushing teeth, soap and water for bathing.
8. Q: How does good personal hygiene make us feel? A: It makes us feel clean, fresh, and confident.
9. Q: When should we wash our hands? A: We should wash our hands before eating, after using the toilet, and after playing outside.
10. Q: Who teaches us about personal cleanliness? A: Teachers, parents, and caregivers teach us the importance of personal cleanliness and hygiene.

Evaluation :

1. Personal cleanliness means keeping our bodies clean and _________.
   a) Neat
   b) Messy
   c) Wet
   d) Colorful
2. Good personal hygiene helps us stay ________.
   a) Sick
   b) Healthy
   c) Sad
   d) Angry
3. We use a ________ to brush our teeth.
   a) Comb
   b) Toothbrush
   c) Spoon
   d) Fork
4. Washing hands helps us remove ________.
   a) Clothes
   b) Germs
   c) Shoes
   d) Toys
5. We should wash our hands ________ eating.
   a) After
   b) Before
   c) During
   d) Never
6. Personal cleanliness makes us feel _________.
   a) Dirty
   b) Clean and fresh
   c) Sad
   d) Hungry
7. Personal cleanliness is important for our ________.
   a) Clothes
   b) Health
   c) Toys
   d) Books
8. We use ________ and water to bathe.
   a) Sand
   b) Soap
   c) Mud
   d) Leaves
9. We brush our teeth ________ a day.
   a) Once
   b) Twice
   c) Thrice
   d) Never
10. Toothbrush and toothpaste are needed for ________.
    a) Cleaning clothes
    b) Personal hygiene
    c) Eating
    d) Playing
11. Personal cleanliness means keeping our bodies ________.
    a) Dirty
    b) Wet
    c) Clean
    d) Green
12. Washing hands is important after using the ________.
    a) Toilet
    b) Playground
    c) Classroom
    d) Kitchen
13. We wash our hands to remove ________.
    a) Toys
    b) Germs
    c) Books
    d) Clothes
14. Good personal hygiene makes us feel ________.
    a) Angry
    b) Sad
    c) Clean and confident
    d) Sleepy
15. We use soap and water to ________.
    a) Eat4
    b) Bathe
    c) Play
    d) Sleep

Content:

1. Revision (5 minutes):
   • Review basic hygiene practices (brushing teeth, washing hands).
   • Discuss why we need to keep our bodies clean.
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2. Introduction of Topic (5 minutes):
   • Define personal cleanliness and hygiene in simple terms.
   • Explain the importance of good personal hygiene for staying healthy.
3. Interactive Session (10 minutes):
   • Show pictures or objects related to personal hygiene (toothbrush, soap).
   • Ask students to identify and name these items.
   • Discuss why each item is important for personal hygiene.
4. Storytelling or Video (5 minutes):
   • Use a storybook or video to illustrate the importance of personal cleanliness.
   • Emphasize key points such as brushing teeth, bathing, and washing hands.
5. Group Activity (5 minutes):
   • Divide students into small groups.
   • Give each group hygiene-related objects and ask them to explain their importance.
6. Conclusion and Assessment (5 minutes):
   • Recap the lesson’s key points.
   • Ask individual students to explain the meaning of personal cleanliness and name two objects for personal hygiene.
   • Use evaluation questions to assess understanding.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Facilitate discussions and activities.
• Provide explanations and examples.
• Monitor student participation and understanding.

Learners’ Activities:

• Engage in discussions and group activities.
• Identify and name hygiene-related objects.
• Participate in storytelling or video watching.

Assessment:

• Answer the following questions :
  1. What is personal cleanliness?
  2. Why is good personal hygiene important?
  3. Name two objects needed for personal hygiene.
  4. When should we wash our hands?
  5. What do we use to brush our teeth?
  6. Why do we need to keep our bodies clean?
  7. How many times a day should we brush our teeth?
  8. What helps us stay healthy and avoid sickness?
  9. What happens if we don’t practice personal cleanliness?
  10. Who teaches us about personal cleanliness?

Conclusion: The lesson aims to educate Nursery 1 students on the importance of personal cleanliness and hygiene. By engaging in interactive activities and discussions, students will develop a better understanding of basic hygiene practices and their significance for maintaining good health.