Lesson Plan for Junior Secondary 1 - Basic Science and Technology - Family Health (ii) (nutrition)

# Lesson Plan: Family Health (II) - Nutrition ## Subject: Basic Science and Technology ## Grade Level: Junior Secondary 1 (JSS 1) ## Duration: 60 minutes ### Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. Define nutrition and its importance. 2. Identify the six classes of nutrients. 3. Explain the functions of each class of nutrient. 4. Understand the concept of a balanced diet. 5. Discuss the importance of good nutrition to family health. ### Materials: - Whiteboard and markers - Projector and computer (optional) - PowerPoint presentation or printed visuals - Samples of food items (or pictures of food items) - Handouts with key points and diagrams - Notebooks and pens ### Lesson Procedure: #### Introduction (10 minutes) 1. **Greeting and Roll Call:** Greet the students and take attendance. 2. **Engagement Activity:** Show students pictures of various meals and ask them to identify the different foods they see. Lead a brief discussion on what kinds of foods they like and why they think certain foods are important. 3. **Introduce the Topic:** Write "Family Health (II) - Nutrition" on the board and explain that today's lesson will focus on understanding nutrition and its role in maintaining good health. #### Presentation (20 minutes) 1. **Definition and Importance of Nutrition:** - Define nutrition as the process by which living organisms obtain and use food to support all the processes required for their existence. - Explain the importance of good nutrition for growth, energy, and overall health. 2. **Six Classes of Nutrients:** - Carbohydrates - Proteins - Fats and oils - Vitamins - Minerals - Water Use charts or slides to illustrate each class of nutrient and provide examples of food sources for each. 3. **Functions of Each Class of Nutrient:** - Carbohydrates: Provide energy - Proteins: Build and repair body tissues - Fats and oils: Source of energy and aid in absorbing vitamins - Vitamins: Regulate body processes - Minerals: Build bones and teeth, support blood function - Water: Essential for all bodily functions 4. **Balanced Diet:** - Define a balanced diet and explain why it is important. - Show a sample food plate or pyramid to illustrate how different foods contribute to a balanced diet. #### Practice (15 minutes) 1. **Group Activity:** - Divide the students into small groups. Give each group a set of food cards or pictures. - Ask each group to sort the food items into the appropriate nutrient classes. - After sorting, each group should present their findings to the class. 2. **Discussion:** - Discuss how different foods contribute to family health and well-being. - Emphasize the role of good nutrition in preventing diseases and promoting a healthy lifestyle. #### Application (10 minutes) 1. **Food Diary Exercise:** - Distribute a simple food diary template to each student. - Instruct students to track what they eat for one day and identify which nutrients they are consuming. - Explain that this exercise will help them become more aware of their eating habits. 2. **Q&A Session:** - Allow students to ask questions about the lesson. - Provide clarifications and additional information as needed. #### Conclusion (5 minutes) 1. **Summary:** - Recap the key points of the lesson: definition of nutrition, six classes of nutrients, functions, balanced diet, and the importance of good nutrition. 2. **Assignment:** - Ask students to write a short paragraph about what they learned today and how they can apply it to improve their family’s health. 3. **Closing:** - Thank students for their participation and remind them to complete their food diary. ### Assessment: - Observe group activity participation. - Review the food diary assignments. - Use a short quiz at the beginning of the next class to assess understanding. ### Additional Notes: - Encourage students to share their food diary observations with their families. - Provide additional resources or reading material for students who are interested in learning more about nutrition. --- This detailed lesson plan aims to engage students in learning about nutrition through interactive and practical activities, ensuring they understand the importance of balanced eating for maintaining family health.