### Lesson Plan: Prevocational Studies
#### Primary 6
#### Topic: First Aid Box
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#### Objective:
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the importance of a first aid box.
2. Identify common items found in a first aid box.
3. Understand basic first aid procedures for minor injuries.
#### Duration:
60 minutes
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#### Materials Needed:
- A sample first aid box (real or model)
- Printed images of first aid items
- Chart paper and markers
- Bandages, medical tape, antiseptic wipes, scissors, adhesive bandages (Band-Aids), cotton balls, tweezers, thermometer, gloves
- Video on basic first aid (optional)
- Worksheet for assessment
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#### Lesson Structure:
1. **Introduction (10 minutes)**
- Greet the students and briefly introduce the topic.
- Show a sample first aid box and ask if any students can identify items they have seen in a first aid kit.
- Discuss why a first aid box is essential, emphasizing its role in providing initial care for injuries and emergencies.
2. **Demonstration (15 minutes)**
- Take out each item from the first aid box and explain its use. Items should include:
- Bandages (for covering wounds)
- Adhesive bandages (for minor cuts)
- Antiseptic wipes (for cleaning wounds)
- Tweezers (for removing splinters)
- Scissors (for cutting bandages)
- Thermometer (for measuring body temperature)
- Gloves (for protection)
- Allow students to come up to touch and see the items closely.
3. **Interactive Activity (15 minutes)**
- Divide the students into small groups.
- Provide each group with printed images of first aid items and a sheet of chart paper.
- Ask them to draw a first aid box on the chart paper and stick or draw the appropriate items inside the box.
- Each group presents their chart to the class and explains the use of one item.
4. **Basic First Aid Procedures (10 minutes)**
- Demonstrate basic first aid procedures such as:
- Cleaning a minor cut and applying a bandage
- Using an antiseptic wipe
- Optional: Show a short video demonstrating these procedures.
- Invite a few student volunteers to practice these procedures under supervision.
5. **Assessment and Discussion (5 minutes)**
- Distribute a short worksheet with questions about first aid items and their uses.
- Review the answers as a class.
- Answer any additional questions the students might have.
6. **Conclusion (5 minutes)**
- Summarize the key points of the lesson.
- Emphasize the importance of knowing basic first aid and maintaining a well-stocked first aid box.
- Encourage students to share what they learned with their families.
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#### Assessment:
- Observation of group activities and participation.
- Worksheet responses.
#### Homework:
- Ask students to check if they have a first aid box at home and list the items found inside. Share their findings in the next class.
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### Additional Notes:
- Ensure to adapt the language and complexity of the explanations to the age level and comprehension skills of Primary 6 students.
- Be mindful to create a supportive and encouraging environment, especially when students handle the first aid items.