Basic Home Economics Concepts Home Economics Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Home Economics Lesson Plan

Subject: Home Economics

Class: Primary 2

Term: First Term

Week: 1

Age: 7 years

Topic: Revision of Primary 1 Work

Sub-topic: Basic Home Economics Concepts

Duration: 40 minutes

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

1. Recall basic concepts of Home Economics learned in Primary 1.
2. Identify simple household items and their uses.
3. Explain the importance of cleanliness at home.

Keywords

• Home Economics
• Household items
• Cleanliness

Set Induction
The teacher will start by asking the pupils about their favorite activities at home and how they help their parents.

Entry Behaviour
Pupils have learned basic Home Economics concepts in Primary 1.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Pictures of household items
• Cleaning tools (broom, dustpan, cloth)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
The teacher will remind the pupils about the basic Home Economics concepts they learned in Primary 1.

Embedded Core Skills

• Observation
• Communication
• Critical thinking

Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Home Economics textbooks

Instructional Materials

• Pictures of household items
• Real-life cleaning tools

Content
Explanation of the Topic: Basic Home Economics Concepts

1. Household Items
   • Items found at home (e.g., broom, dustpan, cloth).
   • Uses of these items.
2. Cleanliness
   • Importance of keeping the home clean.
   • How to clean different parts of the home.

Examples:

• The broom is used for sweeping the floor.
• A dustpan is used to collect dust and dirt.
• A cloth is used for wiping surfaces.

Evaluation Questions 

1. The broom is used for __________.
   a) cooking
   b) sweeping
   c) writing
   d) drawing
2. A dustpan is used to collect __________.
   a) food
   b) toys
   c) dust and dirt
   d) books
3. We use a cloth to __________ surfaces.
   a) sweep
   b) wipe
   c) read
   d) write
4. Keeping the home clean is __________.
   a) not important
   b) very important
   c) boring
   d) funny
5. We can use a __________ to sweep the floor.
   a) dustpan
   b) cloth
   c) broom
   d) plate

Class Activity Discussion 

1. What is Home Economics?
   Home Economics is about learning how to take care of the home and family.
2. Why do we need to clean the house?
   To keep it tidy and free from germs.
3. What can we use to sweep the floor?
   A broom.
4. What do we use a dustpan for?
   To collect dust and dirt after sweeping.
5. Why is cleanliness important?
   It helps us stay healthy and comfortable.
6. What do we use a cloth for in cleaning?
   To wipe surfaces.
7. Name two household items you know.
   Broom and dustpan.
8. What should we do after eating?
   Clean the dining table.
9. How can we keep our bedroom tidy?
   By making our bed and putting things in order.
10. What is the first thing we should do in the morning?
    Make our bed.

Presentation

Step 1:
The teacher revises the previous topic, which was basic home hygiene.

Step 2:
The teacher introduces the new topic: Revision of Primary 1 Work.

Step 3:
The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions and corrects them when and where necessary.

Teacher’s Activities

• Ask pupils about their favorite home activities.
• Show pictures of household items.
• Demonstrate how to use cleaning tools.

Learners’ Activities

• Answer questions about their home activities.
• Identify household items in the pictures.
• Participate in cleaning demonstrations.

Assessment

• Pupils will answer 10 fill-in-the-blank questions.
• Pupils will discuss the importance of cleanliness.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is a broom used for?
2. Name one item we use to clean the floor.
3. Why is it important to keep the home clean?
4. What can we use to wipe surfaces?
5. How can we keep our bedroom tidy?
6. Name two cleaning tools.
7. What should we do after sweeping?
8. Why do we use a dustpan?
9. What do we use to clean the dining table?
10. What is the first thing to do in the morning?

Conclusion
The teacher goes around to mark and provide feedback on the pupils’ work.

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