Lesson Plan for Junior Secondary 1 - Home Economics - Production Of Cleaning Agent

### Lesson Plan: Production of Cleaning Agent #### Subject: Home Economics #### Grade: Junior Secondary 1 #### Duration: 60 minutes --- #### Lesson Objectives: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Understand the basic principles and importance of using cleaning agents. 2. Identify common ingredients used in the production of cleaning agents. 3. Follow a step-by-step process to produce a simple cleaning agent. 4. Understand the safety precautions necessary when handling cleaning agents. --- #### Materials Needed: - Whiteboard and markers - Handouts with the cleaning agent recipe - Ingredients for the cleaning agent (e.g., vinegar, baking soda, water, essential oil) - Measuring cups and spoons - Mixing bowls and spoons - Empty spray bottles - Labels and markers for naming the cleaning agents - Gloves and safety goggles - Cleaning cloths or sponges - Hand sanitizer --- #### Lesson Outline: 1. **Introduction (10 minutes)** - **Warm-Up**: Engage students with a short discussion on what they already know about cleaning agents. Ask questions like "What cleaning agents do you use at home?" and "Why is it important to have clean homes?" - **Objective Overview**: Explain the objectives of the lesson and what they will be learning and doing. 2. **Theoretical Background (10 minutes)** - **Basic Principles**: Explain the purpose of cleaning agents (removing dirt, germs, and stains to maintain hygiene). - **Common Ingredients**: Introduce common ingredients such as vinegar (acidic, disinfectant), baking soda (mild abrasive, deodorizer), and essential oils (fragrance, additional cleaning properties). - **Safety Precautions**: Discuss the importance of measures like wearing gloves and goggles, proper ventilation, and safe storage. 3. **Demonstration (15 minutes)** - **Step-by-Step Process**: Demonstrate how to produce a simple all-purpose cleaning agent. For example: - Measure 1 cup of vinegar. - Add 1 cup of water. - Mix in 1 tablespoon of baking soda. - Add 10 drops of an essential oil of choice. - Stir the mixture thoroughly. - Pour into a spray bottle and label it. 4. **Hands-On Activity (20 minutes)** - **Group Activity**: Divide the class into small groups. Provide each group with the materials and ingredients. - **Task**: Have each group produce their own cleaning agent by following the demonstrated steps. - **Supervision**: Walk around to assist and ensure all groups are adhering to the safety guidelines. 5. **Clean-Up and Labeling (5 minutes)** - **Labeling**: Each group labels their spray bottle with the name of their cleaning agent and the date. - **Clean-Up**: Ensure all materials are cleaned up and put back in place. 6. **Conclusion and Evaluation (5 minutes)** - **Review**: Briefly review the key points of the lesson. Ask a few students to share what they learned. - **Q&A**: Address any questions or concerns from the students. - **Feedback**: Provide feedback on their participation and the cleaning agents they produced. - **Assignment**: Give a short assignment to research and write about another homemade cleaning agent, its uses, and the benefits of making cleaning agents at home vs. buying them. --- #### Assessment Methods: - Observation during hands-on activity - Participation in discussions and demonstration - Quality and accuracy of the cleaning agent produced - Responses during the review and Q&A session - Completion and quality of the homework assignment --- #### References: 1. Handout with cleaning agent recipe and instructions. 2. Safety guidelines for handling cleaning agents. --- This lesson plan provides a comprehensive approach to teaching Junior Secondary 1 students about the production of cleaning agents, integrating both theoretical knowledge and practical experience.