Food Sources in Lagos Social Studies Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes

Social Studies Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes – Week 9

Subject: Social Studies
Class: Primary 1
Term: Second Term
Week: 9
Age: 6-7 years
Topic: Food
Sub-topic: Meaning of Food, Types of Food We Eat in Our Locality, Sources of Food
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

Define food and explain its importance.
Mention various types of food found in their locality.
Identify where different foods come from (sources of food).

Keywords

Food
Types of Food
Sources of Food
Locality
Plants
Animals
Vegetables
Fruits

Set Induction

Show a picture of different types of food (e.g., rice, yam, fruits, vegetables, fish, and meat). Ask the pupils, “What do you see in this picture? Where do we get these foods from?”
Encourage pupils to share their thoughts and link the foods to their experiences.
Briefly explain that food comes from plants, animals, and sometimes the ground.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils should know what food is, from previous lessons, and understand that food is necessary for growth and health.

Learning Resources and Materials

Flashcards of different types of food (fruits, vegetables, grains, etc.).
Pictures of food sources (plants and animals).
Whiteboard and markers.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Review what food is and why it is important.
Connect the lesson with the concept of the different types of food pupils already eat at home (e.g., rice, beans, plantain, etc.).

Embedded Core Skills

Critical Thinking: Identifying the sources of food.
Empathy: Understanding the need to eat good food to stay healthy.
Collaboration: Working in groups to name and discuss foods from their locality.
Problem-solving: Figuring out where different foods come from.

Learning Materials

Flashcards of different foods (rice, vegetables, fruits, etc.).
Chart showing food sources (e.g., plants, animals, ground).
Pictures of food items and their sources.

Reference Books

Lagos State Scheme of Work
Social Studies Primary 1 Textbook

Instructional Materials

Flashcards
Pictures of food sources
Whiteboard and markers

Content

1. What is Food?

Definition:
Food is anything that we eat or drink to provide our bodies with energy and nutrients for growth and health.

2. Types of Food We Eat in Our Locality

Fruits: Mango, orange, banana, pineapple, watermelon.
Vegetables: Tomatoes, onions, spinach, carrots, ugu (fluted pumpkin).
Grains: Rice, maize (corn), yam, beans, cassava.
Animal Products: Meat, fish, eggs, milk.
Other Foods: Palm oil, groundnut (peanut), cocoa.

3. Sources of Food

From Plants: Many foods come from plants, such as fruits (mango, banana), vegetables (spinach, tomatoes), and grains (rice, maize).
From Animals: Some foods come from animals, like fish, meat, eggs, and milk.
From the Ground: Foods like yam, cassava, and potatoes grow underground.

Evaluation Questions (Fill-in-the-Blank)

Food gives us ________.
a) Energy
b) Water
c) Air
d) Rest
________ is a type of fruit.
a) Rice
b) Banana
c) Meat
d) Milk
We get fish from ________.
a) Plants
b) Animals
c) Ground
d) Water
________ is a vegetable.
a) Mango
b) Carrot
c) Yam
d) Rice
Yam grows in the ________.
a) Tree
b) Ground
c) Sea
d) Sky
Rice is a type of ________.
a) Vegetable
b) Fruit
c) Grain
d) Meat
________ is an example of animal food.
a) Banana
b) Beans
c) Fish
d) Spinach
We get milk from ________.
a) Mango
b) Cow
c) Fish
d) Maize
________ is a plant food.
a) Fish
b) Cassava
c) Chicken
d) Egg
Meat is a food from ________.
a) Plants
b) Animals
c) Water
d) Ground
Vegetables grow in the ________.
a) Sea
b) Ground
c) Sky
d) Trees
We can eat ________ as a grain.
a) Cassava
b) Yam
c) Rice
d) Tomato
________ is a food that comes from animals.
a) Carrot
b) Banana
c) Fish
d) Orange
Fruits like mango and banana come from ________.
a) Plants
b) Animals
c) Ground
d) Trees
A food that comes from the ground is ________.
a) Milk
b) Yam
c) Banana
d) Fish

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs)

Q: What is food?
A: Food is what we eat to give our body energy and help it grow.
Q: What types of food do we eat in Lagos?
A: We eat fruits, vegetables, rice, yam, beans, fish, and meat.
Q: Where do fruits like mango and orange come from?
A: Fruits like mango and orange come from plants.
Q: Can we eat vegetables?
A: Yes, we eat vegetables like spinach, tomato, and carrots.
Q: Where does fish come from?
A: Fish comes from the water.
Q: Where does rice come from?
A: Rice comes from the ground.
Q: What do we call food from animals?
A: Food from animals includes meat, milk, eggs, and fish.
Q: Why is food important?
A: Food is important because it gives us energy and helps us grow healthy.
Q: What is the difference between food from plants and food from animals?
A: Food from plants includes fruits, vegetables, and grains, while food from animals includes meat, milk, and eggs.
Q: Can we eat yam?
A: Yes, yam is a food that grows in the ground, and we can eat it.
Q: Where do vegetables like tomatoes and onions come from?
A: They come from plants.
Q: What are grains?
A: Grains are foods like rice, maize, and beans that come from plants.
Q: What is an example of food we get from animals?
A: An example is fish.
Q: Where does meat come from?
A: Meat comes from animals like cows, goats, and chickens.
Q: Can we eat fruits?
A: Yes, we can eat fruits like banana, mango, and watermelon.

Teacher’s Activities

Begin by reviewing what food is and its importance.
Introduce the topic of food types and sources by showing flashcards and pictures.
Engage pupils by asking questions about the types of food they eat.
Correct any misunderstandings and encourage pupils to give more examples.
Summarize the lesson by linking food types to their sources (plants and animals).

Learners’ Activities

Listen and respond to questions about food types and sources.
Identify foods they eat in their locality.
Work in pairs or groups to name different types of food and where they come from.
Answer the evaluation questions and participate in class discussion.

Assessment (Evaluation)

What is food?
Name two fruits that we eat in Lagos.
Where does fish come from?
What type of food is yam?
What do we call food from plants?
Give an example of an animal food.
Where do we get milk from?
How does food help us?
What is rice?
Where do vegetables grow?

Conclusion

The teacher will go around to mark the learners’ answers and provide feedback.
Praise pupils for their participation and encourage them to eat healthy foods from different sources.