Drug use and their consequences, Alcohol and Tobacco Physical and Health Education Primary 4 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 10
Understanding Drug Education for Kids
Detailed Lesson Plan Presentation
Subject: Physical and Health Education
Class: Primary 4
Term: Third Term
Week: 10
Topic: Drug Education
Sub-topic: Drug use and their consequences, Alcohol and Tobacco
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- List ways drugs can be taken into the body.
- Differentiate between alcohol and tobacco.
- State reasons why people drink and smoke.
- Explain the effects of alcohol and tobacco on the human body.
Keywords: Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, Inhale, Inject, Consequences
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils are familiar with common medicines and the concept of smoking.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Chart showing different ways drugs can be taken.
- Pictures of alcoholic drinks and tobacco products.
- Diagrams showing the effects of alcohol and tobacco on the body.
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Review with pupils their knowledge of medicines and discuss how they have seen adults take medicines or smoke.
Embedded Core Skills:
Critical thinking, Observation, Communication
Learning Materials:
Charts, Pictures, Diagrams
Reference Books:
Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 4, Health and Physical Education Textbook for Primary Schools
Instructional Materials:
- Chart showing drug administration methods
- Pictures of alcohol and tobacco
- Diagrams showing effects on the body
Content:
Drug Education
1. Drug Use and Their Consequences
- Drugs can harm the body and mind.
- Using drugs can cause health problems.
2. Ways of Taking Drugs
- Through mouth: Pills or liquids are swallowed. 🥤
- Rubbing on skin: Creams or patches are applied to the skin. 🧴
- Injection: Drugs are injected with a needle. 💉
- Inhaling: Drugs are breathed in through the nose or mouth. 🌬️
3. Alcohol and Tobacco
- Alcohol:
- Description: A liquid that can make people feel relaxed or drunk.
- Types of alcoholic drinks: Beer, wine, whiskey. 🍺🍷🥃
- Tobacco:
- Description: A plant used to make cigarettes and other smoking products.
- Forms of tobacco: Cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco. 🚬
4. Reasons Why People Drink and Smoke
- Peer pressure: Friends might encourage it.
- Stress relief: People use it to feel relaxed.
- Curiosity: Some people want to try it.
5. Effects of Alcohol and Tobacco on the Body
- Alcohol:
- Can cause liver damage.
- Impairs judgment and coordination.
- Can lead to addiction.
- Tobacco:
- Causes lung damage.
- Leads to heart disease.
- Can cause cancer.
Examples:
- Drinking alcohol can make you feel dizzy and lose balance. 🍷➡️🤢
- Smoking can make it hard to breathe and cause coughing. 🚬➡️😷
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Class Activity Discussion on Drug Education
- Q: What are some ways drugs can be taken into the body?
A: Drugs can be taken through the mouth, rubbing on the skin, injection, and inhaling. - Q: How do people take drugs through the mouth?
A: People can swallow pills or drink liquid medicine. - Q: What does it mean to rub drugs on the skin?
A: It means applying a cream or ointment to the skin. - Q: How are drugs injected into the body?
A: Drugs are injected using a needle. - Q: What does inhaling drugs mean?
A: Inhaling drugs means breathing them in through the nose or mouth. - Q: What is alcohol?
A: Alcohol is a type of drink that can make people feel relaxed or dizzy. - Q: Can you name some types of alcoholic drinks?
A: Yes, examples are wine, beer, and whiskey. - Q: What is tobacco?
A: Tobacco is a plant used to make cigarettes, which people smoke. - Q: How is smoking tobacco harmful?
A: Smoking tobacco can cause lung problems and coughing. - Q: Why might people drink alcohol?
A: People might drink alcohol to relax or feel more social. - Q: Why might people smoke tobacco?
A: People might smoke because of peer pressure or stress. - Q: How does alcohol affect the human body?
A: Alcohol can damage the liver and make people feel dizzy. - Q: What are some effects of smoking tobacco?
A: Smoking tobacco can cause lung damage and increase coughing. - Q: What is a consequence of drinking too much alcohol?
A: Drinking too much alcohol can make someone feel very sick and dizzy. - Q: Can you give an example of why someone might try smoking?
A: Someone might try smoking because friends are doing it and they feel pressured to join in.
Evaluation Questions on Drug Education
- Drugs can be taken through the ______.
a) nose
b) mouth
c) ears
d) eyes - Applying cream on the skin is an example of taking drugs by ______.
a) inhaling
b) rubbing
c) swallowing
d) injecting - Drugs that are injected use a ______.
a) spoon
b) brush
c) needle
d) straw - Inhaling drugs means breathing them in through the ______.
a) mouth or nose
b) ears
c) eyes
d) skin - Alcohol is a type of ______.
a) food
b) drink
c) medicine
d) exercise - An example of an alcoholic drink is ______.
a) soda
b) juice
c) wine
d) water - Tobacco is mainly found in ______.
a) tea
b) cigarettes
c) candy
d) milk - One way people use tobacco is by ______ it.
a) eating
b) drinking
c) smoking
d) rubbing - People might drink alcohol to feel ______.
a) more thirsty
b) relaxed
c) tired
d) hungry - People smoke because of ______.
a) peer pressure
b) bad weather
c) fun activities
d) loud noises - Alcohol can damage your ______.
a) feet
b) liver
c) hair
d) teeth - Smoking tobacco can cause ______.
a) lung problems
b) strong muscles
c) good eyesight
d) better hearing - Drinking too much alcohol can make you feel ______.
a) very awake
b) very hungry
c) dizzy and sick
d) very strong - One effect of tobacco on the body is ______.
a) cleaner teeth
b) healthier skin
c) coughing and lung damage
d) stronger bones - People might be curious to try smoking because of ______.
a) bad taste
b) peer pressure
c) high cost
d) hot weather
Presentation:
Step 1: Revision of Previous Topic (5 minutes)
The teacher revises the previous topic on “Spread of Diseases”.
- Ask questions about how diseases are spread.
- Review the examples of diseases and their agents.
Step 2: Introduction of the New Topic (10 minutes)
The teacher introduces the new topic “Drug Education”.
- Explain the concept of drugs and their uses.
- Show the chart and explain the different ways drugs can be taken: Through the mouth, Rubbing on skin, Injection, Inhaling.
Step 3: Explanation and Differentiation (10 minutes)
The teacher explains the difference between alcohol and tobacco.
- Show pictures of alcoholic drinks and tobacco products.
- Discuss reasons why people drink alcohol and smoke tobacco.
- Explain the harmful effects of alcohol on the liver and the effects of smoking on the lungs.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Display charts and pictures.
- Explain concepts clearly and ask questions to check understanding.
- Correct any misconceptions and provide examples.
Learners’ Activities:
- Look at the charts and pictures.
- Answer questions and participate in discussions.
- Share their observations and thoughts.
Assessment:
- The teacher asks pupils to list the ways drugs can be taken into the body.
- Ask pupils to differentiate between alcohol and tobacco.
- Pupils state reasons why people drink and smoke.
- Pupils explain the effects of alcohol and tobacco on the body.
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Evaluation Questions:
- Name one way drugs can be taken into the body.
- What is alcohol?
- Name one type of alcoholic drink.
- What is tobacco used for?
- How does smoking affect the lungs?
- Why do some people drink alcohol?
- How can drugs be injected?
- What is the effect of alcohol on the liver?
- How does inhaling drugs work?
- Give one reason why people might smoke tobacco.
Conclusion: (5 minutes)
The teacher goes round to mark pupils’ work and provide necessary feedback.
- Summarize the lesson by reiterating the key points about drug use and its consequences, alcohol, and tobacco.
- Encourage pupils to share what they have learned with their families.