Types and Uses of Home Furniture Vocational Aptitude Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Vocational Aptitude Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Subject: Vocational Aptitude

Class: Primary 1

Term: Second Term

Week: 1

Age: 6 years

Topic: Home Furniture

Sub-topic: Types and Uses of Home Furniture

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

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

1. Define home furniture.
2. Identify at least five examples of home furniture.
3. Explain the uses of different home furniture.
4. Describe how to care for home furniture.

Keywords:

Furniture, Table, Chair, Bed, Wardrobe, Care

Set Induction:

The teacher will begin by asking pupils to mention any objects they use for sitting or sleeping in their homes, leading the discussion to home furniture.

Entry Behaviour:

Pupils are familiar with furniture such as chairs, beds, and tables that they use at home.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures of different home furniture (tables, chairs, beds, cabinets).
• Small model furniture (where possible).

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Pupils have seen and used furniture in their homes.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Observation
• Communication

Learning Materials:

1. Picture cards showing types of furniture.
2. Dust cloth and wood polish.

Reference Books:

Lagos State Scheme of Work, Vocational Aptitude for Primary Schools.

Instructional Materials:

• Flashcards with furniture images.
• Real-life furniture pieces for demonstration (optional).

Content:

Definition of Home Furniture:

Home furniture includes objects made from wood or other materials used to make homes more beautiful and comfortable. Furniture is found in rooms like the sitting room, bedroom, kitchen, and dining room.

Examples of Home Furniture and Their Uses:

1. Table: We place items such as food, books, or objects on it.
2. Chair: It is used for sitting.
3. Wardrobe: A place for keeping clothes.
4. Sofa/Couch: Used for sitting in the sitting room.
5. Bed: Used for sleeping.
6. Cabinet: Used to store items like dishes or tools.
7. Dining Set: Includes a table and chairs used for eating.
8. Shelf: Used for keeping books or other small objects.
9. Stool: A small seat used for sitting, usually without a backrest.
10. Bench: A long seat for multiple people to sit on.

How to Care for Home Furniture:

1. Dust the furniture regularly with a dry cloth.
2. Avoid pouring water on the furniture to prevent damage.
3. Avoid scratching the surface to maintain a smooth finish.
4. Polish the furniture periodically to keep it shiny.
5. Do not drag furniture across the floor to avoid damage.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

1. We use a ______ to put things on.
   a) Chair
   b) Table
   c) Wardrobe
   d) Shelf
2. A ______ is used for sitting.
   a) Bed
   b) Cabinet
   c) Chair
   d) Shelf
3. A ______ is used for keeping clothes.
   a) Stool
   b) Wardrobe
   c) Table
   d) Bench
4. The ______ is used for sleeping.
   a) Bed
   b) Cabinet
   c) Chair
   d) Table
5. We use a ______ for keeping books.
   a) Chair
   b) Cabinet
   c) Stool
   d) Shelf
6. A ______ is used for eating.
   a) Dining Set
   b) Wardrobe
   c) Table
   d) Stool
7. A ______ is used for keeping items like dishes.
   a) Cabinet
   b) Chair
   c) Stool
   d) Sofa
8. A ______ is a small seat used for sitting.
   a) Stool
   b) Wardrobe
   c) Sofa
   d) Shelf
9. A ______ is a long seat for multiple people.
   a) Table
   b) Stool
   c) Bench
   d) Chair
10. We can sleep on a ______.
    a) Table
    b) Shelf
    c) Bed
    d) Chair
11. The ______ is where we sit in the sitting room.
    a) Sofa
    b) Wardrobe
    c) Bed
    d) Cabinet
12. A ______ is used for sleeping, especially at night.
    a) Chair
    b) Bed
    c) Stool
    d) Table
13. A ______ can be found in the kitchen to keep items like plates.
    a) Table
    b) Chair
    c) Cabinet
    d) Wardrobe
14. A ______ is useful for keeping clothes in the bedroom.
    a) Shelf
    b) Wardrobe
    c) Bench
    d) Cabinet
15. A ______ is used for keeping books in the study room.
    a) Stool
    b) Bench
    c) Shelf
    d) Chair

FAQs:

1. What is home furniture?
   Home furniture includes things like tables, chairs, or cabinets used in homes.
2. Where can we find home furniture?
   Furniture is found in rooms like the sitting room, bedroom, and dining room.
3. What is a table used for?
   A table is used for putting things like food and books.
4. What is a wardrobe used for?
   A wardrobe is used to keep clothes.
5. How is a sofa different from a chair?
   A sofa is larger and often more comfortable for sitting than a chair.
6. Why is a bed important in the home?
   A bed is used for sleeping, which is important for resting.
7. What can we use a shelf for?
   A shelf is used to store books and other small objects.
8. What is the purpose of a cabinet?
   A cabinet is used to store dishes or tools in the kitchen.
9. How can we care for furniture?
   We care for furniture by dusting it, avoiding water, and polishing it.
10. Why shouldn’t we drag furniture?
    Dragging furniture can damage the floor and the furniture itself.
11. Where do we use a dining set?
    A dining set is used for eating meals in the dining room.
12. What is a stool used for?
    A stool is used for sitting, often in small spaces.
13. Can a bench hold more than one person?
    Yes, a bench is made for several people to sit on.
14. What is a couch or sofa?
    A sofa is a piece of furniture for sitting, especially in the sitting room.
15. Why should we polish furniture?
    Polishing keeps the furniture shiny and in good condition.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Types of Tools.”
2. Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, “Home Furniture,” explaining the definition and examples.
3. Step 3: The teacher allows pupils to name the furniture they use at home, then corrects them as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Show pictures of different types of home furniture.
• Ask pupils to mention the furniture they have at home.
• Explain how to care for different types of furniture.

Learners’ Activities:

• Pupils will name the furniture shown in the pictures.
• Pupils will describe how they use furniture at home.
• Pupils will discuss how to care for their furniture.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is a wardrobe used for?
2. How do we care for a chair?
3. Name two items used for sitting.
4. What is a shelf used for?
5. Why should we avoid pouring water on furniture?

Conclusion:

The teacher will move around the classroom, mark pupils’ work, and give feedback to ensure they understand the topic.

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