Care of the Eyes Habits Health Habits Kindergarten Second Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Lesson Plan: Care of the Eyes

Subject: Health Habits

Class: Kindergarten

Term: Second Term

Week: 10

Age: 5 years

Topic: Care of the Eyes

Sub-topic: Importance and Maintenance of Healthy Eyes

Duration: 40 minutes


Behavioral Objectives

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

  1. Explain the importance of the eyes (e.g., for seeing, reading, and identifying objects).
  2. List steps to care for their eyes.
  3. Demonstrate good eye care practices.

Keywords

  • Eyes
  • Vision
  • Dirt
  • Light

Set Induction

The teacher shows a picture of a person with healthy eyes and another with eye problems. The teacher asks, “Which eyes do you think can see better?”


Entry Behavior

Pupils are familiar with basic hygiene practices such as washing their hands and face.


Learning Resources and Materials

  • Eye care posters
  • Pictures of people wearing sunglasses and avoiding bright light
  • Video clips on eye care practices
  • Mirror for demonstration

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher reminds pupils of the importance of personal hygiene and how it applies to keeping their eyes clean and healthy.


Embedded Core Skills

  • Personal development
  • Hygiene awareness
  • Critical thinking

Learning Materials

  • Eye care posters
  • Mirror

Instructional Materials

  • Pictures of healthy and unhealthy eyes
  • Sunglasses (for demonstration)
  • Clean handkerchiefs or wipes

Content

Importance of the Eyes

  1. The eyes help us see.
  2. We use our eyes to read and write.
  3. Eyes allow us to identify objects, colors, and people.

How to Care for the Eyes

  1. Avoid rubbing the eyes with dirty hands.
  2. Wash your face regularly to keep your eyes clean.
  3. Avoid looking directly at bright lights, like the sun.
  4. Use sunglasses to protect your eyes from dust and sunlight.
  5. Do not put sharp objects or harmful substances near your eyes.
  6. Eat foods rich in vitamins, like carrots, to keep your eyes healthy.
  7. Visit an eye doctor if you have problems seeing.

Demonstration of Eye Care Practices

  1. How to gently clean around the eyes with a clean handkerchief.
  2. The importance of wearing sunglasses in the sun.
  3. Avoiding harmful behaviors like staring at bright lights.

Presentation

Teacher’s Activities

  1. Show pictures of eyes and ask pupils to describe what eyes are used for.
  2. Explain why eyes are important and the need to take care of them.
  3. Demonstrate how to clean around the eyes using a clean cloth or handkerchief.
  4. Show how sunglasses protect the eyes from bright light and dust.
  5. Discuss healthy foods that improve eyesight, like carrots and leafy greens.

Learners’ Activities

  1. Identify and name the uses of the eyes.
  2. Participate in group discussions about how to care for the eyes.
  3. Demonstrate cleaning their face around the eyes.
  4. Observe and try wearing sunglasses.
  5. Watch a short video on protecting the eyes.

Care of the Eyes

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Class Activity Discussion (15 FAQs)

  1. What do we use our eyes for?
    To see.
  2. What happens if we rub our eyes with dirty hands?
    The eyes can get infected.
  3. How can we keep our eyes clean?
    By washing our face.
  4. What should we wear to protect our eyes from the sun?
    Sunglasses.
  5. What food helps to keep our eyes healthy?
    Carrots.
  6. Should we look directly at the sun?
    No.
  7. What happens if dust enters our eyes?
    It can hurt or make our eyes red.
  8. Why should we avoid sharp objects near the eyes?
    To prevent injury.
  9. What is the doctor who checks our eyes called?
    An eye doctor or optometrist.
  10. Why do we need to eat healthy food for our eyes?
    To keep them strong and healthy.
  11. What should we do if our eyes hurt?
    Tell an adult or visit a doctor.
  12. What happens if we don’t care for our eyes?
    We might not see well.
  13. How do sunglasses help our eyes?
    They protect them from sunlight and dust.
  14. What should you do if soap enters your eyes?
    Wash them with clean water.
  15. How can you keep your eyes healthy?
    By eating healthy food and keeping them clean.

Evaluation Questions (15 Fill-in-the-Blank)

  1. We use our ___ to see. (a. eyes, b. hands, c. ears)
  2. Always wash your ___ to keep your eyes clean. (a. face, b. feet, c. arms)
  3. ___ helps protect the eyes from sunlight. (a. Sunglasses, b. Hat, c. Clothes)
  4. Do not ___ your eyes with dirty hands. (a. rub, b. clap, c. clean)
  5. ___ is a food that is good for the eyes. (a. Carrot, b. Candy, c. Bread)
  6. If dust enters your eyes, ___ them with clean water. (a. rinse, b. cover, c. rub)
  7. The sun is ___ for your eyes if you stare at it. (a. harmful, b. good, c. clean)
  8. Wear ___ when the weather is dusty. (a. sunglasses, b. shoes, c. a hat)
  9. A ___ checks your eyes if you have a problem. (a. doctor, b. chef, c. teacher)
  10. Healthy eyes help us ___. (a. see, b. eat, c. dance)
  11. Rubbing eyes with dirty hands can cause ___. (a. infection, b. fun, c. sleep)
  12. Use a ___ handkerchief to clean your eyes. (a. clean, b. dirty, c. sharp)
  13. Eat foods with ___ to keep your eyes healthy. (a. vitamins, b. sugar, c. oil)
  14. ___ helps to prevent dust from entering the eyes. (a. Sunglasses, b. Gloves, c. Shoes)
  15. Tell an ___ if you have a problem with your eyes. (a. adult, b. baby, c. pet)

Assessment (10 Short Questions)

  1. What do we use our eyes for?
  2. How can we keep our eyes clean?
  3. Why should we not rub our eyes with dirty hands?
  4. What should you do if dust enters your eyes?
  5. What kind of doctor checks our eyes?
  6. What food is good for your eyes?
  7. Why should we avoid staring at the sun?
  8. What helps to protect our eyes from dust?
  9. How often should we wash our face?
  10. What can happen if we don’t care for our eyes?

Conclusion

The teacher supervises pupils as they clean their faces and demonstrates using sunglasses to protect their eyes. Pupils are reminded to avoid rubbing their eyes and to eat healthy foods for better vision.


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