Food Safety Social Studies Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Social Studies Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes – Week 10

Subject: Social Studies
Class: Primary 1
Term: Second Term
Week: 10
Age: 6-7 years
Topic: Food Safety
Sub-topic: Meaning of Food Safety
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Define food safety.
2. Explain what food safety means and why it is important.

Keywords

• Food safety
• Cleanliness
• Hygiene
• Contamination
• Bacteria
• Washing hands
• Storage

Set Induction

• Start by asking the pupils, “What happens if we eat dirty food?”
• Show pictures of clean and dirty food and ask them to describe the difference.
• Briefly explain that food safety is about keeping food clean and safe to eat.

Entry Behaviour

• Pupils should have some basic understanding of food and its importance from previous lessons.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Flashcards of clean and dirty food.
• Pictures of proper food storage and handling.
• Whiteboard and markers.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

• Review the concept of food and the types of food pupils are familiar with.
• Connect the importance of cleanliness from daily activities like bathing, brushing, and washing hands.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical Thinking: Identifying the dangers of unsafe food handling.
• Responsibility: Understanding personal responsibility for food hygiene.
• Collaboration: Discussing and learning together about food safety.
• Problem-solving: Solving food safety issues in everyday life.

Learning Materials

• Flashcards showing food hygiene practices (washing hands, cleaning food).
• Pictures of food safety steps like washing fruits, storing food properly.

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Social Studies Primary 1 Textbook

Instructional Materials

• Flashcards
• Pictures for food safety practices
• Whiteboard and markers

Content

1. What is Food Safety?

• Definition:
  Food safety means keeping food clean and free from harmful substances that can make us sick.
• Why is Food Safety Important?
  It is important to keep food safe to avoid foodborne illnesses that can cause sickness.

2. Examples of Food Safety Practices

• Washing hands before eating or handling food.
• Cleaning food like fruits and vegetables before eating.
• Storing food properly in clean, covered containers.
• Cooking food properly to kill harmful bacteria.
• Keeping food at the right temperature to prevent germs from growing.

Evaluation Questions (Fill-in-the-Blank)

1. Food safety means keeping food ________.
   a) Clean
   b) Warm
   c) Hard
   d) Sweet
2. We must wash our ________ before eating food.
   a) Clothes
   b) Hands
   c) Hair
   d) Toys
3. Food safety helps prevent ________.
   a) Happiness
   b) Sickness
   c) Eating
   d) Sleeping
4. You should always ________ fruits before eating them.
   a) Eat
   b) Throw away
   c) Wash
   d) Store
5. Food should be stored in ________ containers.
   a) Open
   b) Dirty
   c) Covered
   d) Broken
6. ________ food helps kill harmful germs.
   a) Cooking
   b) Throwing
   c) Freezing
   d) Washing
7. We store food to ________ it from getting dirty.
   a) Destroy
   b) Protect
   c) Leave
   d) Cut
8. We need to wash our hands with ________ before eating.
   a) Soap
   b) Water
   c) Ice
   d) Oil
9. ________ food can make us sick.
   a) Clean
   b) Fresh
   c) Dirty
   d) Cooked
10. We should keep food at the ________ temperature to stay safe.
    a) High
    b) Right
    c) Low
    d) Warm
11. If food is not properly stored, ________ can grow.
    a) Bacteria
    b) Milk
    c) Water
    d) Dirt
12. You should never eat food from ________ containers.
    a) Covered
    b) Open
    c) Clean
    d) Sealed
13. ________ is an important part of food safety.
    a) Washing hands
    b) Running
    c) Drinking
    d) Sleeping
14. Proper food storage can prevent ________.
    a) Germs
    b) Fun
    c) Cleanliness
    d) Rest
15. Food safety helps us to stay ________.
    a) Sick
    b) Happy
    c) Healthy
    d) Tired

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs)

1. Q: What is food safety?
   A: Food safety means keeping food clean and safe to eat.
2. Q: Why is food safety important?
   A: Food safety helps prevent foodborne illnesses and keeps us healthy.
3. Q: What should we do before eating?
   A: We should wash our hands to keep food safe.
4. Q: What happens if food is dirty?
   A: Dirty food can make us sick.
5. Q: How do we keep food clean?
   A: We wash food, keep it covered, and store it properly.
6. Q: Why do we need to cook food?
   A: Cooking food helps kill germs and makes it safe to eat.
7. Q: How should we store food?
   A: We should store food in clean, covered containers.
8. Q: What do we do if food is too hot or too cold?
   A: We should store food at the right temperature to keep it safe.
9. Q: Why is it important to wash fruits before eating?
   A: Washing removes dirt and germs that can make us sick.
10. Q: Can we eat food that is not cooked properly?
    A: No, it may contain harmful germs.
11. Q: What should we do with food after eating?
    A: We should clean up and store any leftovers properly.
12. Q: Can we touch food with dirty hands?
    A: No, we should always wash our hands first.
13. Q: What should we do if food smells bad?
    A: We should throw it away because it is no longer safe to eat.
14. Q: Is it safe to eat food from an open container?
    A: No, it may be contaminated with germs.
15. Q: How can we stay healthy?
    A: By practicing food safety, washing our hands, and storing food properly.

Teacher’s Activities

1. Start by discussing the importance of food safety.
2. Introduce the concept of food safety and explain what it means.
3. Show pictures of clean and dirty food and discuss the difference.
4. Explain the five key practices for keeping food safe.
5. Engage the pupils in discussing the importance of hygiene in food handling.
6. Review and summarize the key points, answering any questions.

Learners’ Activities

1. Listen attentively and respond to questions about food safety.
2. Participate in the discussion by sharing examples of how they keep food safe.
3. Work together in groups to name the steps of food safety.
4. Answer the evaluation questions.
5. Take turns explaining food safety practices.

Assessment (Evaluation)

1. What does food safety mean?
2. Why is it important to wash our hands before eating?
3. How should we store food to keep it safe?
4. What happens if food is dirty?
5. What is the first thing we should do before eating food?
6. Can we eat food from open containers?
7. How do we protect food from germs?
8. What should we do if food smells bad?
9. Why is cooking food important for safety?
10. What should we do after handling food?

Conclusion

• The teacher will circulate to mark pupils’ work and provide feedback on their responses.
• Encourage students to always practice food safety in their daily lives to stay healthy.