JSS 2 Reading and Comprehension: The Dangers of Drinking Carbonated and Caffeinated Energy Soft Drinks

Lesson Plan: The Dangers of Drinking Carbonated and Caffeinated Energy Soft Drinks (Week 11 – Revision Week)

1. General Information

• Subject: Reading and Comprehension
• Class: JSS 2
• Term: Second Term
• Week: 11 (Revision)
• Age Group: 11–13 years
• Topic: The Dangers of Drinking Carbonated and Caffeinated Energy Soft Drinks
• Sub-topic: Understanding the health risks of excessive consumption of sugary and caffeinated beverages
• Duration: 40 minutes

2. Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Read and comprehend a passage about the dangers of carbonated and caffeinated drinks.
2. Identify the effects of consuming too many soft drinks.
3. Explain the differences between natural and artificial beverages.
4. Answer comprehension questions based on the passage.

3. Keywords

• Carbonated drinks
• Caffeine
• Addiction
• Obesity
• Dehydration

4. Set Induction (Engagement Activity)

• Ask: “What is your favorite soft drink?”
• Show a soft drink bottle and a natural fruit juice and ask which is healthier.
• Discuss: “Do you think drinking soft drinks every day is good for the body?”

5. Entry Behavior

• Ask: “How often do you drink soft drinks?”
• Discuss the effects of caffeine and sugar on the body.

6. Learning Resources and Materials

• A short Nigerian passage on the dangers of carbonated and caffeinated drinks.
• Pictures illustrating healthy vs unhealthy beverages.
• A comparison chart of soft drinks and natural drinks.

7. Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

• Ask students: “Have you ever felt restless or had trouble sleeping after drinking an energy drink?”
• Discuss why many people choose soft drinks over water or fresh juice.

8. Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking (Analyzing the effects of soft drinks on health).
• Communication (Explaining the dangers of excessive sugar and caffeine).
• Health awareness (Encouraging better dietary habits).

9. Learning Materials and References

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for JSS 2
• Approved English Language textbook
• Health education resources on nutrition

10. Instructional Materials

• Printed/digital version of the story.
• A chart showing the sugar and caffeine content of different drinks.

Lesson Presentation

Step 1: Previous Knowledge Revision

• Ask students to recall last week’s topic on the importance of handcraft and personal skills.
• Discuss: “How can our food and drink choices affect our daily performance?”
• Relate this to the effects of energy drinks on health and productivity.

Step 2: Introduction of the New Topic

• Define carbonated and caffeinated drinks: “These are drinks that contain bubbles (carbon dioxide gas) and substances like caffeine that make people feel more alert but can also cause harm.”
• Explain: “Examples include sodas, energy drinks, and some bottled iced teas.”

Step 3: Teacher’s Explanation and Students’ Contributions

• Read a short Nigerian passage on the effects of soft drinks.
• Discuss key lessons from the passage.
• Allow students to share personal experiences with energy drinks.

Step 4: Reading the Short Nigerian Passage

Story Title: “Tunde’s Energy Drink Habit”

(A passage about the effects of carbonated and caffeinated drinks.)

Passage:
Tunde was a 13-year-old boy who loved football. One day, he started drinking energy drinks before matches because he believed they would give him more strength. At first, he felt active, but soon he began experiencing headaches and difficulty sleeping.

His mother warned him about the dangers of excessive caffeine and sugar, but Tunde ignored her advice. Over time, he became restless in class and found it hard to concentrate. His teacher noticed the change and spoke to him about his diet.

After a school health seminar, Tunde learned that energy drinks could lead to high blood pressure, obesity, and addiction. He switched to drinking water and fresh fruit juice, and his health improved.

Moral Lesson: Too much caffeine and sugar can harm the body. Natural drinks like water and juice are healthier.

Step 5: Practical Demonstrations and Examples

• Identify the negative effects of soft drinks in the passage.
• Discuss healthier drink alternatives.
• Compare the sugar content in soft drinks vs. natural fruit juice.

Evaluation Section

1. Class Activity Discussion (FAQs & Answers)

1. Why did Tunde drink energy drinks? → He thought they would give him strength.
2. What happened to Tunde after drinking too much caffeine? → He had headaches and trouble sleeping.
3. Who warned Tunde about the dangers of soft drinks? → His mother and teacher.
4. What did Tunde learn at the health seminar? → Energy drinks can cause high blood pressure and addiction.
5. What healthy drinks did Tunde switch to? → Water and fruit juice.

2. 15 Fill-in-the-Blank Multiple-Choice Questions

1. Tunde drank energy drinks before __________.
   a) Sleeping
   b) Playing football
   c) Reading
   d) Eating

2. Energy drinks contain a lot of __________.
   a) Vitamins
   b) Caffeine and sugar
   c) Water
   d) Protein

3. Drinking too much caffeine can cause __________.
   a) Happiness
   b) Restlessness and headaches
   c) Stronger muscles
   d) Better sleep

4. Tunde’s mother advised him to drink __________.
   a) More energy drinks
   b) Water and fresh juice
   c) Carbonated soda
   d) Alcohol

5. Drinking too many soft drinks can lead to __________.
   a) Weight loss
   b) Obesity and addiction
   c) More energy
   d) A better immune system

(Continue until Question 15.)

3. 10 Evaluation Questions

1. Why did Tunde start drinking energy drinks?
2. How did the drinks affect his health?
3. Who warned him about the dangers of caffeine?
4. What are the harmful effects of excessive soft drink consumption?
5. What are the differences between natural and artificial drinks?
6. What is an alternative to carbonated drinks?
7. Why do people feel energetic after drinking caffeine?
8. What happens when someone consumes too much sugar?
9. What are some traditional Nigerian drinks that are healthier?
10. How can we educate others about the dangers of excessive soft drink consumption?

4. Conclusion

• Recap the story and key lessons on the effects of soft drinks.
• Encourage students to choose healthier drink options.
• Provide feedback on participation and comprehension skills.