Lesson Plan for Primary 6 - Agricultural Science - Poultry Chicken – Sign Of Ill–health In Chicken

### Lesson Plan: Poultry Chicken - Signs of Ill-Health in Chicken **Grade Level:** Primary 6 **Subject:** Agricultural Science **Topic:** Signs of Ill-Health in Chicken **Duration:** 60 minutes #### Objectives: 1. **Cognitive:** Students will identify and describe common signs of ill-health in chickens. 2. **Affective:** Students will develop an awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy poultry. 3. **Psychomotor:** Students will practice basic observation skills to identify signs of illness in poultry. #### Materials: - Pictures and/or videos of healthy and sick chickens - Chart paper and markers - Sample veterinary tools (e.g., thermometer, syringes) - Handouts with information on common chicken diseases and symptoms - Whiteboard and markers #### Procedure: **Introduction (10 minutes):** 1. **Greeting and Seating:** - Welcome students and get them settled. - Briefly review the previous lesson, if applicable. 2. **Introduction to the Topic:** - Show a short video or pictures of healthy versus sick chickens. - Ask students to observe differences. - Explain the importance of recognizing signs of ill-health in poultry. **Lesson Development (35 minutes):** 1. **Direct Instruction (15 minutes):** - **Signs of Ill-Health:** - List and explain common signs, such as: - Lethargy or inactivity - Changes in eating/drinking habits - Abnormal droppings (color, consistency) - Respiratory issues (coughing, wheezing) - Physical changes (discharge from eyes/nose, ruffled feathers, swelling) - **Common Diseases:** - Brief overview of diseases (e.g., Newcastle disease, Marek's disease, fowl pox) and their symptoms. 2. **Guided Practice (10 minutes):** - Divide students into small groups. - Provide each group with a handout of symptoms and pictures of sick chickens. - Ask each group to match symptoms with pictures and write down the potential illness. 3. **Hands-On Activity (10 minutes):** - Demonstrate using sample veterinary tools (thermometer, etc.) for taking basic measures. - Have students practice these skills in their groups using toy chickens or models. **Conclusion (15 minutes):** 1. **Discussion & Sharing (5 minutes):** - Groups share their findings with the class. - Discuss any questions or clarifications. 2. **Summary:** - Recap of the key points about signs of ill-health and the importance of early detection. - Emphasize how maintaining chicken health impacts agricultural productivity. 3. **Assessment:** - Quick oral quiz or a short written exercise to assess understanding. - Questions could include multiple choice, true/false, or short answer. **Homework/Extension Activity:** - Have students draw a picture of a healthy and a sick chicken, labeling the signs of ill-health. - Ask students to write a short paragraph on why it's important to identify and treat sick chickens promptly. **Teacher Notes:** - Ensure all students participate and remain engaged. - Use simple language and clear examples to explain complex terms. - Encourage questions and provide real-life examples where possible. **Assessment Criteria:** - Students should be able to list at least three signs of ill-health in chickens. - Students should demonstrate basic awareness of why chicken health is important. - Students should be able to perform basic observational checks for poultry health.