**Lesson Plan: Production of Material: Wood**
**Grade Level:** Junior Secondary 3
**Subject:** Basic Tech
**Duration:** 60 minutes
**Lesson Objectives:**
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the sources and types of wood.
2. Describe the process of wood production from tree to usable material.
3. Identify basic woodworking tools and their uses.
4. Recognize the importance of safety measures in woodworking.
**Materials Needed:**
- Samples of different types of wood (e.g., hardwood, softwood)
- Pictures or videos showing the process of wood production
- Basic woodworking tools (saw, hammer, chisel, measuring tape, etc.)
- Safety goggles, gloves
- Whiteboard and markers
- Worksheets for students
**Lesson Outline:**
1. **Introduction (10 minutes)**
a. **Greeting and Introduction:**
- Teacher greets the students and introduces the topic.
- "Today, we are going to learn about the production of wood and how it is transformed from a tree into materials we can use."
b. **Engage Students:**
- Show pictures or a short video clip of a forest and a woodshop.
- Ask students: "What do you think is the journey of a tree from the forest to becoming a chair or a table?"
2. **Lesson Presentation (30 minutes)**
a. **Sources and Types of Wood:**
- Introduce the basic types of wood: hardwood (e.g., oak, mahogany) and softwood (e.g., pine, cedar).
- Pass around samples for students to see and touch.
b. **Process of Wood Production:**
- Explain the steps involved: Selecting and felling the tree, transporting logs to the sawmill, cutting logs into planks, drying/seasoning, and further processing (planing, shaping).
- Use diagrams or a video to demonstrate these steps visually.
c. **Basic Woodworking Tools:**
- Show and describe basic woodworking tools: saws, hammers, chisels, measuring tapes.
- Discuss the uses of each tool with live demonstrations.
d. **Safety Measures:**
- Explain the importance of safety in woodworking: wearing goggles, gloves, and proper attire.
- Discuss common safety rules to follow in a woodshop.
3. **Class Activity (15 minutes)**
a. **Hands-On Demonstration:**
- Divide students into small groups.
- Each group gets to practice using measuring tapes and saws (under supervision).
- Teacher moves around to assist and ensure safety.
b. **Worksheet Activity:**
- Distribute worksheets that include a matching exercise (tools to their uses) and a short quiz on the wood production process.
4. **Conclusion (5 minutes)**
a. **Recap the Lesson:**
- Summarize key points about types of wood, wood production process, and safety measures.
b. **Q&A Session:**
- Allow students to ask questions for clarification.
c. **Assign Homework:**
- "For homework, research one type of wood not covered in class and write a short paragraph about how it is used in products around us."
d. **Closing:**
- Thank students for their participation and remind them to bring any questions they may have to the next class.
**Assessment:**
- Informal observation during activities and group work.
- Worksheet completion and accuracy.
- Participation in discussions and questions during the lesson.
**Follow-Up:**
- Review homework in the next class session.
- Plan a practical woodshop project for a future lesson to apply the woodworking skills learned.