**Lesson Plan: Methods of Controlling Harmful Insects + Care and Uses of the Bathroom and Toilet**
**Subject:** Prevocational Studies
**Grade Level:** Primary 2
**Duration:** 60 minutes
**Objectives:**
1. Students will be able to identify common harmful insects.
2. Students will learn various methods to control harmful insects.
3. Students will understand the importance of proper care of the bathroom and toilet.
4. Students will learn the correct uses and maintenance of the bathroom and toilet.
**Materials Needed:**
- Pictures of common harmful insects (e.g., mosquitoes, flies, cockroaches).
- Posters or charts showing methods of controlling harmful insects.
- Cleaning supplies (toy-sized for demonstration).
- Handwashing station or sink.
- Flashcards with proper bathroom and toilet hygiene steps.
- Storybooks or videos related to the topic.
**Introduction (10 minutes):**
1. Greet the students and introduce the topic.
2. Show pictures of common harmful insects—mosquitoes, flies, and cockroaches. Explain why these insects can be harmful to humans (e.g., spread diseases, contaminate food).
3. Discuss briefly why it’s important to control these insects.
**Activity 1: Identifying and Controlling Harmful Insects (20 minutes):**
1. Present methods of controlling harmful insects:
- Keeping the environment clean.
- Using insecticides safely.
- Covering food and water.
- Using mosquito nets.
2. Show posters or charts and explain each method.
3. Engage students in a matching game where they match harmful insects with the right control method.
**Activity 2: Care and Uses of the Bathroom and Toilet (20 minutes):**
1. Discuss the importance of using the bathroom and toilet properly:
- Prevents the spread of germs.
- Keeps the house clean.
- Promotes health and hygiene.
2. Demonstrate the proper cleaning of the bathroom and toilet using toy-sized cleaning supplies. Emphasize the use of soap, disinfectants, and proper cleaning techniques.
3. Show flashcards or posters that illustrate proper bathroom and toilet hygiene steps:
- Flush the toilet after use.
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Keep the toilet seat clean.
- Dispose of waste properly.
4. Allow students to practice handwashing at the handwashing station.
**Conclusion (10 minutes):**
1. Summarize the key points discussed in the lesson.
2. Ask questions to reinforce learning:
- Name one harmful insect and one method to control it.
- Why is it important to clean the bathroom and toilet?
- What should you do after using the toilet?
3. Share a fun storybook or video about bathroom hygiene and controlling insects to wrap up the lesson.
**Assessment:**
- Observe student participation during activities.
- Ask individual students to demonstrate handwashing and explain a control method for harmful insects.
- Provide positive feedback and correct gently if needed.
**Homework:**
- Draw a picture of one harmful insect and write down one way to control it.
- Practice telling a family member about what they learned regarding bathroom and toilet care.
By the end of the lesson, students should have a basic understanding of how to control harmful insects and the importance of bathroom and toilet hygiene.