Lesson Plan for Primary 3 - Prevocational Studies - eaning And Composition Of Balanced Diet + Care Of

### Lesson Plan for Prevocational Studies: Primary 3 #### Topic: Meaning and Composition of a Balanced Diet + Care of the Skin, Articles and Methods of Skincare --- **Duration:** 60 minutes **Grade:** Primary 3 **Subject:** Prevocational Studies --- #### **Objectives:** 1. **Cognitive:** - Students will understand the meaning of a balanced diet and its components. - Students will recognize and categorize various food groups that make up a balanced diet. - Students will understand the importance of caring for their skin. 2. **Affective:** - Students will appreciate the importance of balanced nutrition and skincare. - Students will be motivated to eat healthily and practice good skincare habits. 3. **Psychomotor:** - Students will demonstrate proper skincare methods. --- #### **Materials:** - Chart/Pictures of food groups - Skincare products (mild soap, moisturizing lotion, sunscreen, washcloths) - Book or notebook - Markers/Crayons - A bowl of fruits/vegetables for practical example (optional) --- #### **Procedure:** 1. **Introduction (10 minutes):** - **Greetings and Warm-Up:** Greet the students warmly and briefly engage in a fun activity or song related to healthy eating or hygiene. - **Objective Discussion:** Introduce the topic and explain what students will learn today. 2. **Main Content:** - **Balanced Diet (20 minutes):** - **Definition:** Explain the term 'Balanced Diet' in simple terms. A balanced diet provides all the necessary nutrients our body needs to function properly. - **Components:** Discuss the five main food groups with visuals: 1. Fruits and Vegetables 2. Grains (bread, rice, pasta) 3. Protein (meat, fish, beans, nuts) 4. Dairy (milk, cheese, yogurt) 5. Fats and Sugars (use sparingly) - **Interactive Activity:** Show the students a mixed selection of foods and ask them to categorize them into the correct food groups. Alternatively, have them draw their favorite balanced meal. 3. **Skincare (25 minutes):** - **Introduction to Skincare:** Explain why taking care of our skin is important. Our skin is the largest organ and protects our bodies from germs and helps us stay healthy. - **Daily Skin Care Routine:** - **Washing:** Using mild soap and water to clean the skin. - **Moisturizing:** Applying a gentle moisturizer to keep the skin supple. - **Sun Protection:** Using sunscreen to protect from harmful UV rays. - **Demonstration:** - Show a step-by-step method on how to properly wash and moisturize the skin using the provided skincare products. - If possible, allow students to practice washing and moisturizing their hands. 4. **Activity (10 minutes):** - **Skincare Drawing:** Have students draw and color a picture of themselves showing how they take care of their skin. - **Healthy Meal Plan:** Ask students to list their favorite foods from each group and create a simple meal plan for a day. 5. **Summary and Review (5 minutes):** - Recap the main points about balanced diets and skincare. - Encourage students to ask questions. 6. **Assessment:** - **Formative Assessment:** Evaluate students based on their participation in activities and ability to categorize food groups and skincare methods. - **Questioning:** Ask questions related to the day's lesson to gauge understanding. --- **Homework:** - Students can be asked to draw a food diary of what they eat in a day and identify which food groups they have consumed. - Write down one thing they will do to take better care of their skin. --- By the end of this lesson, students should have a basic understanding of what constitutes a balanced diet and the essential steps for taking care of their skin. They should be able to engage actively in discussions and activities that reinforce these concepts.