# Lesson Plan: Prevocational Studies
## Topic: Classes of Energy-Giving Foods + Care of the Hands and Feet
### Grade Level: Primary 3
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### Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Identify different classes of energy-giving foods.
2. Understand the importance of energy-giving foods for the body.
3. Learn proper hand and foot care practices.
4. Demonstrate basic hygiene practices for hands and feet.
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### Materials Needed:
- Pictures and flashcards of different foods
- Sample foods (fruits, bread, rice, etc.)
- Hand soap, nail clippers, foot brush, towels
- Chart paper, markers, and coloring materials
- Songs or rhymes about food and hygiene
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### Lesson Structure:
#### Introduction (10 minutes):
1. **Greeting and Warm-up**:
- Welcome the students to the class with a cheerful greeting.
- Ask some warm-up questions related to food and personal hygiene (e.g., "What did you eat for breakfast?" or "How do you keep your hands clean?").
2. **Objective Sharing**:
- Briefly introduce the objectives of today’s class.
- Explain that they will learn about energy-giving foods and how to take care of their hands and feet.
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#### Main Activities:
###### Part 1: Classes of Energy-Giving Foods (20 minutes)
1. **Discussion and Presentation**:
- Show pictures and flashcards of various foods like bread, rice, pasta, fruits, and vegetables.
- Explain that these foods give us energy to play, learn, and grow. Emphasize the importance of eating a balanced diet.
2. **Interactive Activity**:
- Let students classify the foods shown into different categories on the board: carbohydrates (bread, rice, pasta) and fruits (bananas, apples).
- Discussion: Ask students why they think these foods give us energy and share some fun facts about each food item.
###### Part 2: Care of the Hands and Feet (20 minutes)
1. **Demonstration**:
- Show students how to properly wash their hands with soap and water. Emphasize the importance of washing hands before eating and after using the bathroom.
- Demonstrate how to clip nails safely and how to clean feet properly using a foot brush.
2. **Hands-on Activity**:
- Give each student a small towel and soap to practice proper hand-washing techniques.
- Provide nail clippers (under supervision) and demonstrate safe practices. Allow students to practice if they feel comfortable.
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#### Creativity and Reinforcement (10 minutes):
1. **Creative Worksheet**:
- Distribute worksheets with pictures of hands and feet for students to color.
- Include pictures of foods for students to identify and color as energy-giving foods.
2. **Songs/Rhymes**:
- Teach a simple song or rhyme about eating healthy foods and keeping hands and feet clean. Example:
- "Wash, wash, wash your hands, before we eat our meals.
Rice and bread, apples too, energy it heals!"
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### Conclusion (10 minutes):
1. **Recap and Questions**:
- Recap key points from the lesson: types of energy-giving foods and proper hand and foot care.
- Encourage students to ask questions or share what they learned.
2. **Homework/Extension Activity**:
- Ask students to draw their favorite energy-giving food and share it in the next class.
- Encourage them to practice washing their hands and feet daily and to share their experience during the next lesson.
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### Assessment:
- Observe participation in discussions and activities.
- Review completed worksheets.
- Informal Q&A to gauge understanding.
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### Additional Notes:
- Ensure a friendly and supportive environment where all students feel comfortable participating.
- Adapt the lesson based on students’ needs and provide extra support where necessary.
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### End of Lesson Plan