Common Insects Found in the Farm Agricultural Science Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 11

Detailed Lesson Plan for Agricultural Science (Primary 2, First Term, Week 11)

Subject: Agricultural Science

Class: Primary 2

Term: First Term

Week: 11

Age: 7 years

Topic: Common Insects Found in the Farm

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. Identify common insects found in the farm.
2. Describe the characteristics and habitats of each insect.
3. Understand basic facts about farm insects and their roles.

Keywords:

• Insects
• Farm
• Characteristics
• Habitats

Set Induction:

Show pictures of different insects and ask pupils if they have seen any of these insects in farms or gardens. Discuss their responses briefly.

Entry Behaviour:

Pupils have basic knowledge of insects from previous lessons.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures or real specimens of common farm insects
• Flashcards with names and pictures of insects
• Charts illustrating insect characteristics

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Review the characteristics of insects discussed in previous lessons, focusing on differences between farm and home insects.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Observation
• Identification
• Classification
• Communication

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Agricultural Science Primary 2
• Flashcards, pictures, charts

Instructional Materials:

• Real insects (if available)
• Flashcards with images and names of insects
• Charts showing insect characteristics

Content:

1. Introduction to Common Insects Found in the Farm:
   • Insects found in farms play various roles, from pollination to pest control.
2. Examples of Common Insects Found in the Farm:
   • Bees: Important for pollination of crops.
   • Butterflies: Help in pollination and indicate healthy ecosystems.
   • Ladybugs: Eat aphids and other pests, helpful for pest control.
   • Grasshoppers: Eat crops and can be pests if in large numbers.
   • Dragonflies: Eat mosquitoes and other small insects.
3. Characteristics and Habitats:
   • Bees: Small, fuzzy bodies. They live in hives or solitary nests.
   • Butterflies: Colorful wings, often seen near flowers.
   • Ladybugs: Small, round with colorful spots. They are found on plants.
   • Grasshoppers: Long hind legs for jumping. They live in grassy areas.
   • Dragonflies: Long bodies with transparent wings. Found near water bodies.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Bees are important for __________ of crops. (a) pollination (b) cutting (c) cooking (d) flying.
2. Butterflies help in __________ and indicate healthy ecosystems. (a) jumping (b) pollination (c) swimming (d) sleeping.
3. Ladybugs eat __________ and other pests. (a) fruits (b) aphids (c) stones (d) air.
4. Grasshoppers can be pests if in __________ numbers. (a) small (b) large (c) medium (d) tiny.
5. Dragonflies eat __________ and other small insects. (a) spiders (b) mosquitoes (c) ants (d) birds.
6. Bees have __________ bodies. (a) smooth (b) fuzzy (c) hard (d) round.
7. Ladybugs have __________ spots on their bodies. (a) colorful (b) black (c) white (d) blue.
8. Grasshoppers have long __________ legs for jumping. (a) front (b) hind (c) small (d) round.
9. Dragonflies have __________ wings. (a) colorful (b) transparent (c) big (d) small.
10. Insects found in farms play roles in __________ control. (a) pest (b) bird (c) animal (d) tree.

Class Activity Discussion

1. Why are bees important in farms?
   • They help in pollination of crops.
2. What role do butterflies play in ecosystems?
   • They indicate healthy ecosystems and help in pollination.
3. What do ladybugs eat?
   • They eat aphids and other pests.
4. When can grasshoppers be pests?
   • When they are in large numbers and eat crops.
5. What do dragonflies eat?
   • They eat mosquitoes and other small insects.
6. What type of body do bees have?
   • They have fuzzy bodies.
7. What color spots do ladybugs have?
   • Ladybugs have colorful spots on their bodies.
8. Why do grasshoppers have long hind legs?
   • They have them for jumping.
9. What type of wings do dragonflies have?
   • They have transparent wings.
10. What role do insects play in farms?
    • They help in pest control and pollination.

Presentation:

Step 1:

The teacher revises the previous topic, which was common insects found at home.

Step 2:

The teacher introduces the new topic by showing pictures or real specimens of common farm insects.

Step 3:

The teacher allows the pupils to give their contributions and corrects them when necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the characteristics and roles of common farm insects using simple language.
• Show pictures or real specimens of farm insects.
• Describe where each insect is commonly found on farms.
• Ask questions to engage pupils.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen to the teacher.
• Answer questions.
• Participate in discussions.

Assessment:

• Oral questions during the lesson.
• Observe pupils’ participation.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What are the roles of bees in farms?
2. Name one common insect found on farms.
3. What do ladybugs eat?
4. When can grasshoppers be pests?
5. What do dragonflies eat?
6. Describe the body of a bee.
7. What color spots do ladybugs have?
8. Why do grasshoppers have long hind legs?
9. What type of wings do dragonflies have?
10. What role do insects play in pest control?

Conclusion:

The teacher goes around to mark and provide feedback on the pupils’ understanding and participation.

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