Food: Meaning and Types of food Eaten in our Locality Home Economics Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Lesson Plan for Home Economics Primary 3

Subject: Home Economics
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 10
Age: 8 years
Topic: Different Types of Food in Our Locality, Nutrients in Each Food, and How Our Body Uses These Nutrients
Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Identify different types of food commonly found in their locality.
2. Describe various nutrients found in each type of food.
3. Explain how the body uses these nutrients for growth and health.

Keywords

• Food
• Nutrients
• Body
• Health

Set Induction

The teacher will display pictures of local foods and ask pupils to name and describe them.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have a basic understanding of what food is and might know some types of local food but may not be familiar with nutrients.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Pictures of local foods
• Nutrient charts
• Food samples (if possible)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher will connect the lesson to previous topics on healthy living and explain how food and nutrients contribute to our overall well-being.

Embedded Core Skills

• Observation
• Classification
• Understanding health benefits

Learning Materials

• Pictures and samples of local foods
• Nutrient charts

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 3
• Basic 3 Home Economics textbooks

Instructional Materials

• Pictures of local foods
• Charts showing nutrients
• Samples of food (if available)

Content

1. Different Types of Food in Our Locality:
   • Staples: Rice, beans, maize
   • Fruits: Mangoes, oranges, bananas
   • Vegetables: Spinach, tomatoes, carrots
   • Proteins: Fish, chicken, eggs
2. Different Types of Nutrients in Each Food:
   • Rice: Carbohydrates
   • Beans: Proteins, fiber
   • Mangoes: Vitamins A and C
   • Spinach: Vitamins A, C, iron
   • Fish: Proteins, omega-3 fatty acids
   • Chicken: Proteins, vitamins B6, B12
3. Ways Our Body Uses Nutrients:
   • Carbohydrates: Provide energy for daily activities.
   • Proteins: Help in growth and repair of body tissues.
   • Vitamins: Support immune function and keep skin healthy.
   • Minerals: Strengthen bones and teeth.
   • Fiber: Aids in digestion and prevents constipation.

Evaluation

1. Rice is a good source of ______ (a) carbohydrates (b) vitamins (c) fiber (d) protein).
2. Beans provide us with ______ (a) protein (b) fats (c) sugars (d) calcium).
3. Mangoes are rich in vitamins ______ and ______ (a) A, C (b) B, D (c) E, K (d) B12, C).
4. Spinach contains vitamins ______ and ______ (a) A, C (b) B, D (c) E, K (d) A, B12).
5. Fish is high in ______ (a) proteins (b) sugars (c) fibers (d) fats).
6. Chicken provides ______ (a) proteins (b) vitamins (c) minerals (d) carbohydrates).
7. Carbohydrates give us ______ (a) energy (b) growth (c) digestion (d) repair).
8. Proteins are important for ______ (a) growth (b) relaxation (c) energy (d) digestion).
9. Vitamins help keep our ______ (a) skin healthy (b) hair long (c) eyes bright (d) muscles strong).
10. Minerals are needed to keep our ______ (a) bones strong (b) blood healthy (c) eyes clear (d) teeth clean).
11. Fiber helps with ______ (a) digestion (b) sleep (c) hearing (d) vision).
12. Fish is good for ______ (a) heart health (b) tooth health (c) skin health (d) brain health).
13. The vitamin found in mangoes is ______ (a) Vitamin C (b) Vitamin A (c) Vitamin B (d) Vitamin K).
14. Spinach is a good source of ______ (a) iron (b) calcium (c) potassium (d) sodium).
15. Chicken helps in ______ (a) body repair (b) breathing (c) sight (d) hearing).

Class Activity Discussion

1. What types of food are common in our locality?
   Common foods include rice, beans, mangoes, spinach, and fish.
2. What nutrients are found in rice?
   Rice is mainly rich in carbohydrates.
3. What does beans provide to our diet?
   Beans provide proteins and fiber.
4. Which vitamins are abundant in mangoes?
   Mangoes are rich in Vitamins A and C.
5. What does spinach provide in terms of nutrients?
   Spinach provides Vitamins A, C, and iron.
6. Why is fish good for us?
   Fish provides proteins and omega-3 fatty acids, which are good for heart health.
7. What role do carbohydrates play in our body?
   Carbohydrates provide energy for daily activities.
8. How do proteins help our body?
   Proteins help in the growth and repair of body tissues.
9. What benefits do vitamins provide?
   Vitamins support immune function and keep our skin healthy.
10. Why are minerals important?
    Minerals strengthen bones and teeth.
11. How does fiber benefit our digestive system?
    Fiber aids in digestion and helps prevent constipation.
12. Which food is a good source of Vitamin A?
    Spinach and mangoes are good sources of Vitamin A.
13. How does chicken benefit our health?
    Chicken provides proteins and vitamins necessary for body repair and maintenance.
14. What does the body use vitamins for?
    The body uses vitamins to support various functions including immune health and maintaining healthy skin.
15. What nutrient helps with digestion?
    Fiber helps with digestion.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic on cleaning and homemade agents.
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, “Different Types of Food in Our Locality, Nutrients in Each Food, and How Our Body Uses These Nutrients,” using pictures and samples.
Step 3: The teacher encourages pupils to discuss and identify the foods and nutrients, explaining their uses in the body.

Teacher’s Activities

• Show pictures and samples of local foods.
• Explain the nutrients found in each food.
• Demonstrate how these nutrients are used by the body.

Learners’ Activities

• Identify and describe local foods.
• Discuss the nutrients in each food.
• Explain how the body uses these nutrients.

Assessment

1. What nutrients are found in rice?
2. What is the role of beans in our diet?
3. Which vitamins are present in mangoes?
4. What nutrients does spinach provide?
5. Why is fish important for our health?
6. What does fiber help with in our body?
7. How does protein benefit our body?
8. What vitamins are necessary for healthy skin?
9. Why are minerals important for bones?
10. How does carbohydrate provide energy?

Conclusion

The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ worksheets and provide feedback, ensuring that each pupil understands the role of different nutrients and their benefits.