Eating Habits and Table Manners Civic Education Nursery 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3
Subject: Civic Education
Class: Nursery 2
Term: First Term
Week: Week 3
Topic: Eating Habits and Table Manners
Sub-topic: Good Posture at the Table
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
- To understand the importance of good posture while eating.
- To practice proper table manners during mealtime.
Key Words: Eating habits, Table manners, Posture, Manners, Napkin
Entry Behaviour:
- Greet the teacher and classmates politely.
- Share any experiences related to eating meals.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work for Nursery 2 Civic Education
- Pictures or drawings of children demonstrating good posture at the table
- Child-friendly dining sets (plates, utensils, napkins)
Building Background / Connection to prior knowledge:
- Review previous lessons on cultural dressing and greetings, connecting proper eating habits with respect and politeness.
- Discuss any experiences students may have with eating meals with family or friends.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Social skills (manners, politeness)
- Fine motor skills (using utensils, handling food)
Instructional Materials:
- Visual aids with pictures or drawings demonstrating good posture at the table
- Child-friendly dining sets for practical demonstrations
Content:
Good Posture at the Table
- Sit Straight 🪑
- Keep your back straight while sitting at the table.
- Use Napkin 🍽️
- Place a napkin on your lap to catch any spills.
- Use Utensils 🍴
- Use spoons, forks, and knives to eat neatly.
- Chew Quietly 🤫
- Chew your food with your mouth closed and avoid making loud noises.
- No Elbows on the Table 🚫
- Keep your elbows off the table while eating.
- Take Small Bites 👄
- Take small bites of food to chew properly.
- Say “Please” and “Thank You” 🙏
- Use polite words like “please” when asking for food and “thank you” after receiving.
- Wait Your Turn ⏳
- Wait for everyone to be seated before starting to eat.
- Use a Cup for Drinks 🥤
- Drink from a cup or glass instead of directly from the bottle or carton.
- Ask for Help Nicely 🙋♂️
- If you need help, ask politely and wait for assistance.
Class Discussion about Eating Habits and Table Manners
- Why is sitting straight important at the table?
- Sitting straight helps us eat comfortably and keeps our back healthy.
- What should we use to catch spills while eating?
- We should use a napkin on our lap to catch spills.
- Why do we use utensils like spoons and forks?
- Utensils help us eat neatly and without making a mess.
- How should we chew our food?
- We should chew quietly with our mouth closed.
- Should we keep our elbows on the table while eating?
- No, we should keep our elbows off the table.
- Why should we take small bites of food?
- Taking small bites helps us chew properly and enjoy our food.
- What polite words should we use while eating?
- We should say “please” when asking for food and “thank you” after receiving.
- When should we start eating at the table?
- We should wait for everyone to be seated before starting to eat.
- How should we drink our drinks?
- We should drink from a cup or glass, not directly from the bottle or carton.
- What should we do if we need help while eating?
- We should ask for help politely and wait for someone to assist us.
Evaluation Questions about Eating Habits and Table Manners
- Why is sitting straight important at the table? a) To watch TV better b) To eat comfortably and keep our back healthy c) To play games d) To sleep better
- What should we use to catch spills while eating? a) Toys b) Napkin on our lap c) Plates on our head d) Books
- Why do we use utensils like spoons and forks? a) To make noise b) To eat neatly without making a mess c) To throw food d) To play with
- How should we chew our food? a) Loudly with our mouth open b) Quietly with our mouth closed c) Quickly without chewing d) Spitting it out
- Should we keep our elbows on the table while eating? a) Yes, always b) No, we should keep our elbows off the table c) Yes, it’s fun d) No, it’s not important
- Why should we take small bites of food? a) To talk loudly b) To chew properly and enjoy our food c) To run around d) To throw food
- What polite words should we use while eating? a) Shouting b) “Please” when asking for food and “thank you” after receiving c) Crying d) Ignoring others
- When should we start eating at the table? a) Whenever we want b) After everyone is seated c) Before everyone arrives d) When no one is looking
- How should we drink our drinks? a) From a bottle directly b) From a cup or glass c) Spilling it d) Ignoring drinks
- What should we do if we need help while eating? a) Shout loudly b) Ask for help politely and wait for assistance c) Push others d) Cry
- Why do we use a napkin on our lap while eating? a) To play with b) To catch spills c) To hide food d) To sleep on
- What should we say when we want more food? a) “I don’t want more” b) “Please” c) “Go away” d) “I’m not hungry”
- Why should we chew quietly with our mouth closed? a) To talk loudly b) To annoy others c) To chew properly and not make loud noises d) To spit out food
- Is it important to say “thank you” after receiving food? a) No, it doesn’t matter b) Yes, it shows good manners c) No, it’s not polite d) Yes, it’s fun
- What should we do if we spill something while eating? a) Laugh loudly b) Ignore it c) Clean it up or ask for help d) Leave it there
Presentation:
Step 1:
The teacher revises the previous topics of cultural dressing and greetings, highlighting the importance of respect and politeness in different situations.
Step 2:
The teacher introduces the new topic of “Eating Habits and Table Manners” by showing pictures or drawings of children demonstrating good posture at the table and discussing why it is important.
Step 3:
The teacher allows the pupils to share their experiences and knowledge about eating meals and table manners. Encourage students to demonstrate proper posture and manners using the child-friendly dining sets.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Revise previous topics and introduce new topic with visual aids.
- Facilitate discussions about eating habits and table manners.
- Guide students in practicing good posture and manners during mealtime.
Learners Activities:
- Engage in discussions about eating habits and share personal experiences.
- Practice good posture and table manners using child-friendly dining sets.
- Demonstrate understanding by following instructions during mealtime activities.
Assessment:
Observe students’ ability to demonstrate good posture and table manners during practical activities. Provide feedback and reinforcement as needed.
Evaluation Questions:
- Why is it important to sit properly at the table while eating?
- What should we use to catch spills while eating?
- Name two ways to show good manners at the table.
- Should we chew loudly with our mouth open?
- Is it polite to keep our elbows on the table while eating?
- How should we use utensils like spoons and forks?
- Why should we say “please” and “thank you” during mealtime?
- When should we start eating at the table?
- How should we drink our drinks during meals?
- What should we do if we spill something while eating?
Conclusion:
The teacher goes around to observe and assess students’ understanding and application of good posture and table manners. Provide positive reinforcement and corrections where needed to reinforce learning objectives.
