Rest and Sleep: Stay Healthy and Strong Physical and Health Education Primary 2 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Learn about rest and sleep for Primary 2 students! Understand when and how to rest and sleep properly to stay healthy and strong.

Subject: Physical and Health Education

Class: Primary 2

Term: Third Term

Week: 4

Topic: Rest and Sleep

Sub-topic: Proper Ways of Resting and Sleeping

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

• By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
  • Define rest and sleep.
  • Identify when to rest and sleep.
  • Recognize proper ways to rest and sleep.

Key Words: Rest, sleep, relax, bedtime.

Entry Behaviour: Pupils should know about taking breaks during the day and sleeping at night.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures of resting and sleeping positions
• A comfortable pillow and blanket
• A bedtime storybook

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:

• Discuss pupils’ routines at home.
• Ask what they do before going to bed at night.

Embedded Core Skills: Communication, self-management.

Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work.

Instructional Materials:

• Pictures of different sleeping and resting positions.
• Props like a blanket and pillow.

Content:

1. Define rest and sleep.
2. Discuss when to rest and sleep.
3. Show examples of proper ways to rest and sleep.

Hello, class! Let’s learn about rest and sleep and why they are important for our health. 😊

1. Meaning of Rest and Sleep:
   • Rest:
     • Resting means taking a break from activities to relax our bodies and minds.
     • Examples of resting include sitting quietly, reading a book, or lying down.
   • Sleep:
     • Sleep is when we close our eyes and go into a deep rest at night.
     • During sleep, our bodies heal and grow, and our brains relax.
2. When to Rest and Sleep:
   • Rest:
     • Rest when you feel tired or after doing activities.
     • Take short breaks during the day to relax.
   • Sleep:
     • Sleep every night to help your body and brain rest.
     • Primary 2 pupils should sleep around 10 to 12 hours each night.
3. Identify Proper Ways of Resting and Sleeping:
   • Proper Resting:
     • Find a quiet, comfortable place to sit or lie down.
     • Take deep breaths and close your eyes for a few minutes.
   • Proper Sleeping:
     • Go to bed at the same time every night.
     • Sleep in a quiet, dark room.
     • Use a comfortable pillow and blanket.
     • Don’t eat too much before bed.

Remember to rest and sleep well to stay healthy and happy! 😊

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was about personal hygiene and how to stay clean. Purifying Water at Home: Safe and Clean Physical and Health Education Primary 2 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 3

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic on rest and sleep. Define rest and sleep for pupils, explaining the importance of both for their health and well-being.

Hello, class! Let’s learn about rest and sleep. Here are some Class Activity Discussion questions and answers to help you understand how to rest and sleep properly. 😊

1. What is rest?
   • Rest is taking a break to relax your body and mind.
2. What is sleep?
   • Sleep is when we close our eyes and rest deeply at night.
3. Why do we need rest and sleep?
   • To help our bodies and brains feel better and stay healthy.
4. How many hours should you sleep each night?
   • You should sleep around 10 to 12 hours every night.
5. When should we rest?
   • Rest when you feel tired or after playing and working.
6. What can you do to rest?
   • Sit quietly, read a book, or lie down for a while.
7. When should we sleep?
   • Sleep at night, around the same time every day.
8. What helps you sleep better?
   • Sleeping in a dark, quiet room helps.
9. What should you avoid before sleeping?
   • Avoid loud noises and bright lights before bed.
10. Why is sleep important?
    • Sleep helps our bodies grow and heal.
11. How do you know it’s time to sleep?
    • When you feel tired and it’s your bedtime.
12. How should you prepare for sleep?
    • Brush your teeth, wash your face, and change into pajamas.
13. What is a proper resting place?
    • A quiet, comfortable place to sit or lie down.
14. What should you do before sleeping?
    • Relax your mind by doing quiet activities like reading.
15. What happens if you don’t get enough sleep?
    • You might feel tired and have trouble concentrating.

Great job, class! Remember to rest and sleep well to stay healthy and strong! 😊

Step 3: The teacher allows pupils to share their bedtime routines and how they rest during the day. Guide them on proper ways to rest and sleep.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the meaning of rest and sleep.
• Discuss when pupils should rest and sleep.
• Demonstrate proper ways to rest and sleep using the pillow and blanket.
• Show pictures of resting and sleeping positions.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen to the teacher’s explanations.
• Share their own resting and sleeping habits.
• Ask questions about rest and sleep.

Assessment:

• Ask pupils to explain what rest and sleep are.
• Have pupils identify when they should rest and sleep.
• Ask pupils to demonstrate how they rest and sleep properly.

Hello, class! Let’s learn about rest and sleep with these fill-in-the-blank questions. Choose the best option (a, b, c, or d) to fill in each blank. 😊

1. Rest means to ______ your body and mind. a) tire b) relax c) run d) wash
2. Sleep is when you ______ your eyes and rest deeply at night. a) open b) wash c) cover d) close
3. Rest and sleep help our bodies to stay ______. a) weak b) messy c) healthy d) noisy
4. We should sleep around ______ hours each night. a) 3 b) 5 c) 10-12 d) 1-2
5. We should rest when we feel ______. a) full b) tired c) happy d) cold
6. Proper sleeping helps us to ______. a) grow b) work c) play d) talk
7. We should go to bed at the ______ time every night. a) different b) same c) morning d) afternoon
8. Before bed, you should ______ your teeth and wash your face. a) cook b) paint c) brush d) sleep
9. Sleeping in a quiet, dark room helps us to sleep ______. a) loudly b) better c) slowly d) less
10. What should you avoid before bed? a) loud noises b) brushing teeth c) sleeping d) resting
11. We feel ______ after good rest and sleep. a) hungry b) upset c) tired d) refreshed
12. What helps us sleep well? a) sleeping with lights on b) sleeping in a dark room c) sleeping outside d) sleeping with loud music
13. When is the best time to sleep? a) after breakfast b) after lunch c) at night d) in the morning
14. What is one way to relax before bed? a) running b) reading a book c) jumping d) singing loudly
15. Proper rest and sleep keep us ______ and healthy. a) strong b) sad c) angry d) sick

Great job, class! Keep practicing good rest and sleep habits to stay healthy! 😊

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is rest?
2. What is sleep?
3. Why do we need rest and sleep?
4. How many hours should you sleep each night?
5. When should you rest during the day?
6. What do you do before going to bed?
7. How do you know when it is time to rest?
8. Why is a quiet room good for sleeping?
9. What should you avoid before bed?
10. How does rest help you feel better?

Conclusion: The teacher goes around the class to mark pupils’ work and provide feedback. Encourage pupils to practice proper resting and sleeping habits at home and share what they learned with their families. Remind them that good rest and sleep help keep them healthy and strong.