Simple Machines in the School Basic Technology Primary 1 Summer Coaching Lesson Notes Week 2

Basic Technology Primary One – Weekly Lesson Plan

Subject: Basic Science and Technology (BST) – Basic Technology

Class: Primary 1 (Basic 1)

Term: Summer Coaching

Week 2: Simple Machines in the School

Topic/Content:

• Simple Machines in the School: Identification and uses of simple machines found in the school environment.

Teacher’s Activities:

1. Guide pupils to identify simple machines found in the school (e.g., see-saw, swings, broom, scissors).
2. Explain the uses of each simple machine.
3. Show real examples or pictures of simple machines in the school.
4. Facilitate a hands-on activity where pupils can use or demonstrate the use of these simple machines.

Pupils’ Activities:

1. Identify and name simple machines found in the school.
2. Explain the uses of each identified simple machine.
3. Engage in hands-on activities with the provided examples.
4. Participate in discussions about the importance of simple machines in the school.

Learning Resources: See-saw, swings, broom, scissors, pictures, charts, and real objects.

Content:

• Identification of simple machines in the school.
• Uses of simple machines in the school.

Presentation:

• Step 1: Revising the Previous Topic
  • Review the definition and examples of simple machines using pictures and real objects.
• Step 2: Introducing the New Topic
  • Explain the concept of simple machines found in the school and discuss their uses with simple definitions and examples.
• Step 3: Allowing Pupils to Contribute
  • Show pupils various simple machines in the school and explain their uses.
  • Facilitate a discussion where pupils mention and describe the simple machines they see and use at school.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Guide pupils to identify and name simple machines in the school.
• Provide examples and real objects for better understanding.
• Facilitate hands-on activities to engage pupils.

Pupils’ Activities:

• Actively participate in discussions.
• Identify and name simple machines found in the school.
• Engage in hands-on activities with provided samples.

Learning Resources:

• See-saw, swings, broom, scissors, pictures, charts, real objects.

Evaluation

1. A device that makes work easy is called a _______.
   • a) tool
   • b) machine
   • c) toy
   • d) vehicle
2. Which of these is a simple machine found in the school?
   • a) See-saw
   • b) Iron
   • c) Blender
   • d) Wheelbarrow
3. What simple machine is used to sweep the floor in the school?
   • a) Broom
   • b) Spoon
   • c) Scissors
   • d) Cutlass
4. Which simple machine is used to cut paper in the school?
   • a) Scissors
   • b) Spoon
   • c) Blender
   • d) Head pan
5. Simple machines help to _______.
   • a) make work easy
   • b) play games
   • c) cook food
   • d) draw pictures
6. A see-saw is found in the _______.
   • a) classroom
   • b) playground
   • c) farm
   • d) bathroom
7. Which simple machine can be used to swing in the playground?
   • a) Swings
   • b) Spoon
   • c) Blender
   • d) Head pan
8. The broom is used to _______.
   • a) sweep floors
   • b) cut wood
   • c) chop food
   • d) sew clothes
9. Which simple machine is used for playing in the school playground?
   • a) Swings
   • b) Iron
   • c) Blender
   • d) Mortar & Pestle
10. What simple machine helps to carry small objects in the classroom?
    • a) Basket
    • b) Blender
    • c) Spoon
    • d) Iron
11. A scissors is used to _______.
    • a) cut paper
    • b) sweep floors
    • c) carry water
    • d) draw pictures
12. Which of these is used to play in the school?
    • a) See-saw
    • b) Spoon
    • c) Blender
    • d) Iron
13. Simple machines in the school make _______ easier.
    • a) school tasks
    • b) playing
    • c) cooking
    • d) drawing
14. Which simple machine can be found in the classroom?
    • a) Scissors
    • b) Iron
    • c) Blender
    • d) Mortar & Pestle
15. A broom is used to _______.
    • a) sweep floors
    • b) cut paper
    • c) carry water
    • d) draw pictures

Class Activity Discussion

1. Q: What is a simple machine? A: A device that makes work easier.
2. Q: Can you name some simple machines found in the school? A: Yes, examples include the see-saw and broom.
3. Q: What simple machines do we use at school to cut paper? A: We use scissors to cut paper.
4. Q: How do simple machines help us in school? A: They help us complete tasks more easily and efficiently.
5. Q: Why are simple machines important in the playground? A: They provide us with fun activities like using the see-saw and swings.
6. Q: What simple machine is used for sweeping in the classroom? A: A broom is used for sweeping.
7. Q: Which simple machine helps us to cut paper? A: Scissors help us to cut paper.
8. Q: Where can we find a see-saw in the school? A: A see-saw is found in the playground.
9. Q: What machine do we use to carry small objects in the classroom? A: We can use a basket to carry small objects.
10. Q: How do swings help us in the playground? A: Swings provide fun and exercise in the playground.
11. Q: Can you name a simple machine used for sweeping in the classroom? A: A broom is used for sweeping in the classroom.
12. Q: What do we use scissors for at school? A: We use scissors to cut paper and other materials.
13. Q: Which simple machine is used to play in the school? A: The see-saw is used to play in the school.
14. Q: What is the function of a broom in the classroom? A: A broom is used to sweep the floor.
15. Q: How do simple machines make school tasks easier? A: Simple machines make school tasks easier by helping us complete them more efficiently.

Conclusion

• Mark pupils’ activities and provide necessary feedback.
• Reinforce the importance of understanding and using simple machines in daily life, especially in the school environment.