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:
- Guide pupils to identify simple machines found in the school (e.g., see-saw, swings, broom, scissors).
- Explain the uses of each simple machine.
- Show real examples or pictures of simple machines in the school.
- Facilitate a hands-on activity where pupils can use or demonstrate the use of these simple machines.
Pupils’ Activities:
- Identify and name simple machines found in the school.
- Explain the uses of each identified simple machine.
- Engage in hands-on activities with the provided examples.
- 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
- A device that makes work easy is called a _______.
- a) tool
- b) machine
- c) toy
- d) vehicle
- Which of these is a simple machine found in the school?
- a) See-saw
- b) Iron
- c) Blender
- d) Wheelbarrow
- What simple machine is used to sweep the floor in the school?
- a) Broom
- b) Spoon
- c) Scissors
- d) Cutlass
- Which simple machine is used to cut paper in the school?
- a) Scissors
- b) Spoon
- c) Blender
- d) Head pan
- Simple machines help to _______.
- a) make work easy
- b) play games
- c) cook food
- d) draw pictures
- A see-saw is found in the _______.
- a) classroom
- b) playground
- c) farm
- d) bathroom
- Which simple machine can be used to swing in the playground?
- a) Swings
- b) Spoon
- c) Blender
- d) Head pan
- The broom is used to _______.
- a) sweep floors
- b) cut wood
- c) chop food
- d) sew clothes
- Which simple machine is used for playing in the school playground?
- a) Swings
- b) Iron
- c) Blender
- d) Mortar & Pestle
- What simple machine helps to carry small objects in the classroom?
- a) Basket
- b) Blender
- c) Spoon
- d) Iron
- A scissors is used to _______.
- a) cut paper
- b) sweep floors
- c) carry water
- d) draw pictures
- Which of these is used to play in the school?
- a) See-saw
- b) Spoon
- c) Blender
- d) Iron
- Simple machines in the school make _______ easier.
- a) school tasks
- b) playing
- c) cooking
- d) drawing
- Which simple machine can be found in the classroom?
- a) Scissors
- b) Iron
- c) Blender
- d) Mortar & Pestle
- A broom is used to _______.
- a) sweep floors
- b) cut paper
- c) carry water
- d) draw pictures
Class Activity Discussion
- Q: What is a simple machine? A: A device that makes work easier.
- Q: Can you name some simple machines found in the school? A: Yes, examples include the see-saw and broom.
- Q: What simple machines do we use at school to cut paper? A: We use scissors to cut paper.
- Q: How do simple machines help us in school? A: They help us complete tasks more easily and efficiently.
- Q: Why are simple machines important in the playground? A: They provide us with fun activities like using the see-saw and swings.
- Q: What simple machine is used for sweeping in the classroom? A: A broom is used for sweeping.
- Q: Which simple machine helps us to cut paper? A: Scissors help us to cut paper.
- Q: Where can we find a see-saw in the school? A: A see-saw is found in the playground.
- Q: What machine do we use to carry small objects in the classroom? A: We can use a basket to carry small objects.
- Q: How do swings help us in the playground? A: Swings provide fun and exercise in the playground.
- Q: Can you name a simple machine used for sweeping in the classroom? A: A broom is used for sweeping in the classroom.
- Q: What do we use scissors for at school? A: We use scissors to cut paper and other materials.
- Q: Which simple machine is used to play in the school? A: The see-saw is used to play in the school.
- Q: What is the function of a broom in the classroom? A: A broom is used to sweep the floor.
- 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.