Understanding Healthy Eating Comprehension English Grammar Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Basic 5 English Language First Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Subject: English Language
Class: Basic 5
Term: First Term
Week: 6
Age: 10 years
Duration: 40 minutes per session

Topic: Reading Comprehension

Sub-topic: A Factual Passage on Healthy Eating

Behavioural Objectives:

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

1. Read and understand a passage on healthy eating.
2. Identify the benefits of healthy eating mentioned in the passage.
3. Answer comprehension questions based on the passage.

Keywords: Healthy eating, nutrition, balanced diet, vitamins, minerals

Set Induction:

Begin by asking pupils what they had for breakfast. Discuss briefly which foods they think are healthy and why it’s important to eat healthily.

Entry Behaviour:

Pupils have basic knowledge about different types of food and what they eat daily.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures of various healthy foods (e.g., fruits, vegetables, whole grains)
• Printed passage on healthy eating

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Discuss the importance of eating a balanced diet and how it helps us grow strong and stay healthy.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Listening
• Reading
• Speaking
• Writing

Instructional Materials:

• Charts showing images of healthy foods
• Printed passage on healthy eating

Content

Reading Comprehension:

Passage Title: The Importance of Healthy Eating

Passage:

“Healthy eating means choosing the right foods that give your body the nutrients it needs to stay healthy and strong. A balanced diet includes a variety of foods from different food groups, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, proteins, and dairy products. Each of these food groups provides important vitamins and minerals that help your body function properly.

Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They help to protect your body from diseases and keep your skin glowing. Whole grains like rice, oats, and whole wheat bread give you energy and help your digestive system work well.

Proteins, which you can get from foods like beans, fish, eggs, and meat, are important for building and repairing your muscles. Dairy products like milk, cheese, and yogurt are rich in calcium, which helps to build strong bones and teeth.

Eating a variety of foods ensures that you get all the nutrients your body needs. It’s also important to drink plenty of water and avoid sugary snacks and drinks, as they can harm your teeth and overall health. Remember, eating healthy doesn’t just mean eating the right foods, but also eating the right amounts. Overeating, even healthy foods, can lead to weight gain and other health issues.

In conclusion, making healthy food choices helps you grow, gives you energy to play and learn, and keeps you feeling good every day.”

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was on “A Passage about Nigerian Landmarks.” The teacher asks the pupils to recall the landmarks discussed and their significance.

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic: “Today, we will learn about healthy eating. We will read a passage that explains why it’s important to choose the right foods.”

Step 3: The teacher reads the passage aloud while the pupils follow along in their printed copies. After reading, the teacher encourages pupils to discuss what they learned about healthy eating and its benefits.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Revises the previous topic on Nigerian landmarks.
• Introduces the new topic and explains the importance of healthy eating.
• Reads the passage to the pupils.
• Engages pupils in a discussion about the benefits of healthy eating.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen to the revision of the previous topic.
• Follow along as the teacher reads the passage.
• Share their thoughts on healthy eating and discuss what they have learned.

Assessment:

The teacher asks the pupils to answer the following questions to assess their understanding of the passage:

Evaluation Questions:

1. What does healthy eating mean?
2. Name two food groups that are important for a balanced diet.
3. What do fruits and vegetables provide for the body?
4. Why are whole grains important?
5. What is the role of proteins in the body?
6. Which foods are rich in calcium?
7. Why is it important to drink plenty of water?
8. What should you avoid to protect your teeth and health?
9. What can happen if you overeat, even healthy foods?
10. How does eating healthy help you in your daily life?

Class Activity Discussion:

1. What is a balanced diet?
   A balanced diet includes a variety of foods from different food groups that give your body the nutrients it needs.
2. Why should we eat fruits and vegetables?
   Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, which help protect the body from diseases.
3. What are whole grains, and why are they important?
   Whole grains like rice and oats give you energy and help your digestive system work well.
4. What foods are good sources of protein?
   Beans, fish, eggs, and meat are good sources of protein.
5. Why do we need calcium, and which foods provide it?
   Calcium helps build strong bones and teeth, and it can be found in dairy products like milk and cheese.
6. How can sugary snacks and drinks harm your health?
   Sugary snacks and drinks can damage your teeth and lead to other health problems.
7. What does it mean to eat the right amounts?
   Eating the right amounts means not overeating, even when eating healthy foods.
8. How does water help your body?
   Water helps keep your body hydrated and functioning properly.
9. Why is it important to have a variety of foods in your diet?
   A variety of foods ensures you get all the necessary nutrients.
10. How does healthy eating affect your energy and learning?
    Healthy eating gives you energy to play and learn, and helps you feel good every day.

Conclusion:

The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides feedback. The teacher emphasizes the importance of making healthy food choices to maintain good health and energy.

This lesson plan is designed to help Basic 5 pupils understand the importance of healthy eating while improving their reading comprehension skills. Let me know if you need further adjustments!