Lesson Plan
Subject: Agricultural Science
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: Week 4
Age: 6 years
Topic: Using Plants for Building
Sub-topic: Types of Plants Used in Building
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify at least three types of plants used for building.
- Explain why plants are important in building construction.
- Mention some common building materials made from plants.
Key Words:
- Building
- Plant
- Wood
- Bamboo
- Thatch
Set Induction:
The teacher shows pictures of houses and huts made from different plant materials and asks the pupils what they think the houses are made from.
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils are familiar with basic buildings and materials in their surroundings.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Pictures of buildings made from plant materials
- Samples of wood, bamboo, and thatch (if available)
- Flashcards
- Drawing paper and crayons
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
The teacher asks the pupils about their homes and other buildings they have seen, and discusses the materials used in constructing these buildings.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Observation
- Identification
- Description
- Drawing
Learning Materials:
- Pictures
- Real plant material samples
- Flashcards
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Primary 1 Agricultural Science Textbook
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures of wooden houses, bamboo huts, and thatched roofs
- Actual samples of wood, bamboo, and thatch (if possible)
- Flashcards with material names
Content:
- Types of Plants Used in Building:
- Wood: Used for constructing houses, furniture, and doors.
- Bamboo: Used for building huts, fences, and scaffolding.
- Thatch: Used for roofing in traditional houses.
- Importance of Plants in Building:
- Provide strong and durable materials.
- Are renewable and environmentally friendly.
- Are available locally and often cheaper.
- Examples of Building Materials from Plants:
- Wood: Timber from trees like oak, pine, and mahogany.
- Bamboo: Sturdy plant used in many tropical regions.
- Thatch: Grass or palm leaves used for roofing.
Questions:
- Wood is used for making ____.
- a) Glass
- b) Houses
- c) Metal
- d) Plastic
- Bamboo is often used to build ____.
- a) Cars
- b) Computers
- c) Huts
- d) Roads
- Thatch is used for ____.
- a) Walls
- b) Floors
- c) Roofing
- d) Windows
- Bamboo can be used to make ____.
- a) Fences
- b) Computers
- c) Cars
- d) Lights
- Wood comes from ____.
- a) Rocks
- b) Trees
- c) Water
- d) Air
- Thatch is made from ____.
- a) Metal
- b) Plastic
- c) Grass
- d) Glass
- Wood is a ____ material.
- a) Soft
- b) Weak
- c) Strong
- d) Wet
- Bamboo is a type of ____.
- a) Metal
- b) Plant
- c) Rock
- d) Plastic
- Thatch is often used in ____ houses.
- a) Modern
- b) Traditional
- c) Concrete
- d) Steel
- Timber is another word for ____.
- a) Glass
- b) Metal
- c) Wood
- d) Plastic
Class Activity Discussion :
- What is wood?
- Wood is the hard material from trees used for building.
- What is bamboo?
- Bamboo is a tall plant used for building huts and fences.
- What is thatch?
- Thatch is a roofing material made from grass or palm leaves.
- Why are plants important for building?
- Plants provide strong, renewable, and eco-friendly materials.
- Can we use wood to make furniture?
- Yes, wood is commonly used to make furniture.
- What is timber?
- Timber is wood prepared for use in building.
- Where is bamboo used a lot?
- Bamboo is often used in tropical regions.
- Is thatch used in modern houses?
- No, thatch is mostly used in traditional houses.
- What are the benefits of using plants for building?
- Plants are renewable, strong, and locally available.
- Can thatch be used for walls?
- No, thatch is mainly used for roofing.
Presentation:
Step 1:
- The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Using Plants as Food for Animals”.
Step 2:
- The teacher introduces the new topic by showing pictures of different buildings made from plant materials and naming the materials.
Step 3:
- The teacher allows the pupils to discuss the buildings they know and the materials used. The teacher corrects any mistakes.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Show pictures and real plant material samples.
- Explain the types of plants used in building.
- Ask questions to engage pupils.
Learners’ Activities:
- Observe pictures and real plant material samples.
- Answer questions.
- Identify plant types.
Assessment:
- Pupils will draw a building and label the plant materials used.
- Pupils will complete fill-in-the-blank questions.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is wood used for?
- Name a plant material used for roofing.
- What is bamboo used for?
- Why are plants important in building?
- What is thatch made from?
- Name a plant used for making fences.
- What is timber?
- Can bamboo be used for scaffolding?
- Why are plant materials eco-friendly?
- What is an example of a plant material for building?
Conclusion:
- The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides feedback.
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