Lesson Plan for Primary 5 - Agricultural Science - lassification Of Farm Animals Based On Mode Of Br

### Lesson Plan: Classification of Farm Animals Based on Mode of Breeding **Subject:** Agricultural Science **Grade Level:** Primary 5 **Duration:** 60 minutes **Topic:** Classification of Farm Animals Based on Mode of Breeding #### Learning Objectives: - Students will be able to classify farm animals based on their mode of breeding. - Students will understand the differences between viviparous and oviparous animals. - Students will be able to identify examples of each type of animal. #### Materials: - Whiteboard and markers - Pictures or flashcards of various farm animals (e.g., cows, chickens, pigs, ducks) - Chart paper - Markers and colored pencils - Notebook and pen/pencil for each student #### Introduction: (10 minutes) 1. **Greeting and Agenda Setting:** - Greet the students and briefly outline the day's lesson. 2. **Engage:** - Show pictures or flashcards of different farm animals. - Ask students how they think these animals give birth to their young. #### Direct Instruction: (15 minutes) 1. **Definition and Explanation:** - Explain the terms "viviparous" and "oviparous." - Viviparous animals give birth to live young (e.g., cows, pigs). - Oviparous animals lay eggs (e.g., chickens, ducks). 2. **Examples:** - Provide examples of each type: - Viviparous: Cows, pigs, sheep, goats. - Oviparous: Chickens, ducks, turkeys. 3. **Visual Aid:** - Use the whiteboard to categorize animals under the two types of breeding. #### Guided Practice: (10 minutes) 1. **Class Discussion:** - Engage students in discussing why some animals lay eggs while others give birth to live young. - Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each type of breeding. #### Independent Practice: (15 minutes) 1. **Animal Classification Activity:** - Divide students into small groups and give each group a set of animal flashcards. - Ask them to classify the animals as either viviparous or oviparous. 2. **Chart Creation:** - Have each group create a chart on chart paper showing their classifications. - Groups can use markers and colored pencils to make their charts visually appealing. #### Conclusion: (5 minutes) 1. **Review:** - Bring the students back together and review the classifications. - Invite groups to present their charts and explain their reasoning. 2. **Recap and Q&A:** - Recap the key points of the lesson. - Open the floor for any questions students may have. #### Assessment: - Observe students during the group activity and discussion to assess their understanding. - Review the charts and classifications made by each group. #### Extension Activities: - Assign a homework project where students select one viviparous and one oviparous farm animal to research further and present their findings in the next class. - Plan a field trip to a local farm where students can observe both viviparous and oviparous animals in their natural habitats. #### Notes: - Adapt the lesson based on students’ needs and comprehension levels. - Make sure to provide help to groups who may struggle with the classification activity.