HomePrimary 1Basic ScienceMeaning and Uses of Energy Basic Science Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Meaning and Uses of Energy Basic Science Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Lesson Plan Presentation

Subject: Basic Science

Class: Primary 1

Term: First Term

Week: 4

Age: 6 years

Topic: Energy I

Sub-topic: Meaning and Uses of Energy

Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  1. Explain the meaning of energy.
  2. List things energy can be used for.
  3. Describe types of energy.

Key Words:

  • Energy
  • Uses
  • Types
  • Light
  • Heat
  • Sound
  • Movement

Set Induction:

  • Begin with a simple activity: Clap hands and ask pupils to notice how it makes sound and uses their energy.

Entry Behaviour:

  • Pupils are aware that they need to eat to have strength (energy).

Learning Resources and Materials:

  • Pictures showing different types of energy
  • Flashcards with names and images of energy uses
  • Real-life examples (e.g., flashlight, toy car, kettle)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

  • Discuss how they need energy to play and study.

Embedded Core Skills:

  • Critical thinking
  • Observation
  • Communication

Reference Books:

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary Schools

Instructional Materials:

  • Flashcards with pictures of different energy uses
  • Charts showing types of energy

Content

Explanation of the Topic:

  1. Meaning of Energy:
    • Energy is what makes things work or move.
    • It is what we use to do things like running, playing, or studying.
  2. Uses of Energy:
    • Energy is used to light up our homes (light energy).
    • Energy is used to cook food (heat energy).
    • Energy is used to move cars (movement energy).
    • Energy is used to play music (sound energy).
  3. Types of Energy:
    • Light Energy: Energy that makes things bright (e.g., sunlight, bulbs).
    • Heat Energy: Energy that makes things warm or hot (e.g., fire, stove).
    • Sound Energy: Energy that makes noise or sound (e.g., music, talking).
    • Movement Energy: Energy that makes things move (e.g., cars, bikes).

Questions

  1. Energy makes things _____ (a) grow (b) work (c) sleep (d) read.
  2. We use light energy to _____ our homes (a) cook (b) light up (c) wash (d) eat.
  3. Heat energy is used to _____ food (a) read (b) cook (c) write (d) sing.
  4. Movement energy makes things _____ (a) move (b) sleep (c) eat (d) grow.
  5. Music is made using _____ energy (a) sound (b) light (c) heat (d) movement.
  6. The sun gives us _____ energy (a) light (b) sound (c) movement (d) heat.
  7. Cars move because of _____ energy (a) light (b) movement (c) sound (d) heat.
  8. Fire is an example of _____ energy (a) sound (b) light (c) heat (d) movement.
  9. Talking produces _____ energy (a) light (b) heat (c) sound (d) movement.
  10. Bulbs give us _____ energy (a) light (b) heat (c) sound (d) movement.

Class Activity Discussion

  1. What is energy?
    • Energy is what makes things work or move. It is the ability to do work.
  2. Can you name some uses of energy?
    • Yes, energy is used for lighting, cooking, moving cars, and playing music.
  3. What type of energy does a bulb produce?
    • A bulb produces light energy.
  4. How do we use heat energy?
    • We use heat energy to cook food.
  5. What makes cars move?
    • Cars move because of movement energy.
  6. What type of energy do we use to play music?
    • We use sound energy to play music.
  7. What gives us light energy during the day?
    • The sun gives us light energy during the day.
  8. How does fire provide energy?
    • Fire provides heat energy.
  9. What type of energy is produced when we talk?
    • Talking produces sound energy.
  10. Why do we need energy?
    • We need energy to do things like running, playing, and studying.

Presentation

Step 1: Revising the Previous Topic

  • Briefly review what was learned in the last lesson about non-living things.

Step 2: Introducing the New Topic

  • Explain the meaning of energy and introduce its uses.
  • Show pictures of different types of energy.

Step 3: Class Contributions

  • Ask pupils to mention ways they use energy at home and school.
  • Discuss the types of energy and their uses.

Teacher’s Activities

  • Show pictures and real-life examples of energy uses.
  • Guide pupils in identifying and discussing the types and uses of energy.

Learners’ Activities

  • Listen and participate in discussions.
  • Identify and name types and uses of energy.

Assessment

  • Observe pupils’ participation and understanding during the lesson.
  • Use the fill-in-the-blank questions to assess comprehension.

Evaluation Questions

  1. What is energy?
  2. Name two uses of energy.
  3. What do we use light energy for?
  4. How do we use heat energy?
  5. What type of energy makes cars move?
  6. What type of energy is used to play music?
  7. Name a source of light energy.
  8. What does fire give us?
  9. What energy is produced when we talk?
  10. Why do we need energy?

Conclusion

  • The teacher goes around to check pupils’ work and provide feedback.

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