Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 1 - Store Keeping - Store House

# Lesson Plan: Store Keeping for Senior Secondary 1 ## Lesson Title: Storehouse Management ### Duration: 60 minutes ### Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. Define the term 'storehouse.' 2. Explain the importance of a storehouse in inventory management. 3. Identify different types of storehouses. 4. Discuss the basic principles of storehouse organization. ### Materials Needed: - Whiteboard and markers - PowerPoint presentation or printed handouts - Examples of storehouse layout diagrams - Videos or images of various types of storehouses - Pen and paper for students --- ### Lesson Outline: **Introduction (10 minutes):** 1. **Greeting and Attendance:** Welcome students and take attendance. 2. **Hook:** Show a short video clip of different types of storehouses and ask students what they observed. 3. **Lesson Objective:** Explain what students will learn in today's lesson. **Main Content (35 minutes):** 1. **Definition of Storehouse (5 minutes):** - Write the term 'storehouse' on the board. - Define a storehouse as a building or room used for storing goods and materials. - Briefly explain how storehouses are essential components in supply chain and inventory management. 2. **Importance of a Storehouse (10 minutes):** - Discuss why storehouses are necessary: - Protection of goods from damage or theft. - Efficient inventory management. - Ensuring timely availability of materials. - Provide real-world examples (e.g., Amazon fulfillment centers). 3. **Types of Storehouses (10 minutes):** - Describe different types of storehouses: - **Private Storehouses:** Owned by individual companies for their use. - **Public Storehouses:** Available for rent by multiple companies. - **Automated Storehouses:** Equipped with advanced technology for inventory management. - **Climate-Controlled Storehouses:** For perishable goods. - Show images or diagrams for visual reinforcement. 4. **Principles of Storehouse Organization (10 minutes):** - Discuss basic principles: - Proper labeling and categorization. - FIFO (First In, First Out) and LIFO (Last In, First Out) inventory methods. - Efficient layout design to maximize space and accessibility. - Provide a sample storehouse layout diagram and explain how it enhances efficiency. **Activity (10 minutes):** 1. **Group Discussion:** - Divide students into small groups. - Ask each group to choose a type of storehouse and discuss how it could be organized for maximum efficiency. - Have one representative from each group present their ideas to the class. **Conclusion (5 minutes):** 1. **Recap:** Summarize the key points discussed in the lesson. 2. **Questions:** Open the floor for any questions students might have. 3. **Assignment:** - Assign students to sketch a layout of a storehouse, labeling key areas (receiving, storage, dispatch). - Ask them to write a short paragraph about the importance of storehouse management. ### Evaluation: - Monitor student participation during the group activity and discussion. - Assess the homework assignment for understanding of storehouse layout and principles. ### Homework: - Sketch a layout of a storehouse and label key areas. - Write a short paragraph about the importance of storehouse management. --- By following this lesson plan, students will gain a fundamental understanding of what a storehouse is, its importance, the different types, and how to organize one efficiently.