Simple Farm Tools for Digging Agricultural Science Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Detailed Lesson Plan for Agricultural Science (Primary 2, First Term, Week 5)

Subject: Agricultural Science

Class: Primary 2

Term: First Term

Week: 5

Age: 7 years

Topic: Simple Farm Tools for Digging

Sub-topic: Types and Uses of Digging Tools

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. Define digging tools.
2. List examples of simple farm tools for digging.
3. Describe the uses of each digging tool.
4. Identify digging tools from pictures or real objects.

Keywords:

• Digging Tools
• Hoe
• Shovel
• Spade
• Auger

Set Induction:

Show the pupils a real or picture of a hoe and ask if they know what it is and how it is used. Discuss their answers briefly.

Entry Behavior:

Pupils have basic knowledge of farm tools from previous lessons.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Real or pictures of digging tools (hoe, shovel, spade, auger)
• Flashcards with names and pictures of tools
• Charts illustrating the use of each tool

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Review the classification of simple farm tools discussed in previous weeks, focusing on digging tools.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Observation
• Identification
• Critical thinking
• Communication

Learning Materials:

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

Instructional Materials:

• Real simple farm tools for digging (if available)
• Flashcards with images and names of farm tools
• Charts showing the use of each digging tool

Content:

1. Definition of Digging Tools:
   • Digging tools are tools used by farmers to dig and turn soil.
2. Examples of Digging Tools:
   • Hoe:
     • Used for digging, weeding, and breaking up soil.
   • Shovel:
     • Used for digging and moving soil.
   • Spade:
     • Used for digging trenches and planting.
   • Auger:
     • Used for drilling holes in the ground for planting or construction.

10 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

1. A hoe is used for __________ (a) eating (b) digging (c) writing (d) drawing.
2. A shovel is used for __________ (a) swimming (b) digging (c) flying (d) driving.
3. A spade is used for digging __________ (a) holes (b) water (c) stones (d) air.
4. An auger is used for drilling __________ (a) holes (b) stones (c) water (d) food.
5. Simple farm tools help farmers to __________ (a) work (b) play (c) sleep (d) eat.
6. The tool used for digging and turning soil is a __________ (a) spade (b) rake (c) hoe (d) sickle.
7. The tool used for drilling holes is an __________ (a) auger (b) cutlass (c) shovel (d) sickle.
8. A spade is used for digging __________ (a) trenches (b) fruits (c) leaves (d) stones.
9. Farmers use a __________ to move soil (a) spade (b) rake (c) hoe (d) cutlass.
10. Simple farm tools are __________ (a) heavy (b) easy to use (c) expensive (d) hard to use.

Class Activity Discussion

1. What are digging tools?
   • Digging tools are tools used by farmers to dig and turn soil.
2. What is a hoe used for?
   • A hoe is used for digging, weeding, and breaking up soil.
3. What is a shovel used for?
   • A shovel is used for digging and moving soil.
4. What is a spade used for?
   • A spade is used for digging trenches and planting.
5. What is an auger used for?
   • An auger is used for drilling holes in the ground for planting or construction.
6. Can a spade be used for digging water?
   • No, it is used for digging trenches and planting.
7. What tool is used for drilling holes in the ground?
   • An auger is used for drilling holes.
8. Are digging tools easy to use?
   • Yes, they are designed to make digging easier for farmers.
9. Why do farmers use digging tools?
   • To prepare soil for planting crops and other agricultural activities.
10. What tool is used for digging and turning soil?
    • A hoe is used for digging and turning soil.

Presentation:

Step 1:

The teacher revises the previous topic, which was cutting tools.

Step 2:

The teacher introduces the new topic by showing real or pictures of digging tools and explaining their uses.

Step 3:

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

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the meaning and use of digging tools using simple language.
• Show real or pictures of digging tools.
• Describe the use of each digging tool.
• 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.

Ten Evaluation Questions:

1. What are digging tools?
2. Name one example of a digging tool.
3. What is a hoe used for?
4. Give an example of a tool used for drilling holes.
5. Why do farmers use digging tools?
6. What tool is used for digging trenches?
7. Name a tool used for planting.
8. What is the main use of an auger?
9. Can a spade be used for cutting weeds?
10. Are digging tools important for farmers?

Conclusion:

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

More Useful Links

• Basic Farm Tools Agricultural Science Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2
• Classification of Simple Farm Tools Agricultural Science Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3
• Simple Farm Tools for Cutting Agricultural Science Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4