### Lesson Plan: Disposal of Refuse
#### Nursery 2 (Ages 4-5)
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**Lesson Title**: Disposal of Refuse
**Date**: [Insert Date]
**Duration**: 30 minutes
**Subject**: Health Habits
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#### Objectives:
1. Children will understand the importance of keeping their environment clean.
2. Children will learn the proper way to dispose of waste.
3. Children will identify different types of waste (organic and inorganic).
4. Children will practice disposing of refuse correctly.
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#### Materials:
1. Picture cards of different types of waste (banana peel, plastic bottle, paper, etc.)
2. Two waste bins (one labeled "Organic" and the other "Inorganic")
3. A short animated video about waste disposal
4. Gloves and small, safe waste items for practical activities
5. Stickers and coloring sheets for reinforcement activities
6. Hand sanitizer and wipes
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#### Introduction (5 minutes):
1. **Greeting and Warm-Up**:
- Start with a friendly greeting and a short, lively song about cleanliness.
- Introduce the topic by showing them a messy room and a clean room using pictures or props. Ask which one they prefer.
2. **Discussion**:
- Briefly talk about why it is important to keep our surroundings clean. Ask simple questions like, "How do you feel when a place is clean?" and "What happens if we don't throw our garbage away properly?"
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#### Main Activity (15 minutes):
1. **Video Presentation** (5 minutes):
- Show a short animated video (3-4 minutes) about different types of waste and proper disposal methods. Pause occasionally to explain and ask questions.
2. **Interactive Game** (10 minutes):
- **Sorting Game**:
- Show the picture cards one by one and explain each type of waste.
- Divide children into small groups and give each group a set of cards.
- Have children pick a card, identify the type of waste, and place it in the correct bin (organic or inorganic). Assist and encourage them as needed.
- Discuss briefly why certain items go into specific bins (e.g., banana peels go in organic because they can decompose, while plastic bottles go in inorganic).
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#### Practice (5 minutes):
1. **Hands-On Activity**:
- Give each child a small piece of waste (clean and safe items) and a pair of gloves.
- Have them walk to the bins and dispose of their waste, ensuring they use the correct bin.
- Praise and give stickers for correct disposal.
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#### Conclusion (5 minutes):
1. **Recap and Questions**:
- Recap what they've learned about the different types of waste and correct disposal methods.
- Ask them to recall where they should throw a banana peel or a plastic bottle.
2. **Reinforcement Activity**:
- Provide a simple coloring sheet featuring a clean park or a proper waste disposal scene.
- Allow children to color it briefly. This serves as a takeaway to remind them of the lesson.
3. **Goodbye Song**:
- End the lesson with a cheerful goodbye song that reinforces the theme of cleanliness.
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#### Follow-Up Activity:
- **Home Assignment**:
- Encourage children to practice what they've learned at home. Provide a small checklist for parents to note if the child disposed of waste correctly (optional).
- **Parent Engagement**:
- Send a brief note to parents explaining the day's lesson and suggest ways they can reinforce these habits at home.
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#### Assessment:
- Observe and note children’s participation during the interactive game and practical activity.
- Check for understanding through questions and answers during the recap.
- Use stickers or verbal praise to provide positive feedback.
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#### Notes:
- Ensure materials are safe and child-friendly.
- Be ready to assist children who may need extra help with sorting and disposal.
- Maintain enthusiasm and patience to keep the children engaged and motivated.
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By keeping this lesson interactive and fun, you can instill important health habits in young children effectively.