Lesson Plan for Junior Secondary 1 - Basic Tech - Woodwork Hand Tools 1

### Lesson Plan: Woodwork Hand Tools **Grade Level:** Junior Secondary 1 **Subject:** Basic Technology **Duration:** 60 minutes **Topic:** Woodwork Hand Tools --- #### Objectives By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. Identify various woodwork hand tools. 2. Describe the functions of different woodworking hand tools. 3. Demonstrate basic safety practices when using woodworking hand tools. --- #### Materials Needed - A variety of woodwork hand tools (e.g., hammer, saw, chisel, plane, tape measure, square, file) - Sample pieces of wood - Safety gear (gloves, goggles) - Handouts with images and descriptions of each tool - Whiteboard and markers - Projector or multimedia resources (optional) --- #### Lesson Structure **Introduction (10 minutes)** 1. **Greeting and Attendance:** Welcome the students and take attendance. 2. **Warm-Up Activity:** - Ask students if they’ve ever seen or used any tools at home or elsewhere. - Briefly discuss their experiences or what they know about woodworking tools. 3. **Lesson Introduction:** - Explain the purpose of the lesson. - Share the objectives so students know what to expect. **Lesson Development (40 minutes)** 1. **Tool Identification and Description (20 minutes):** - **Presentation:** - Use the whiteboard or projector to display images of different woodwork hand tools. - Introduce each tool by name and describe its purpose. - Pass around physical tools for students to see and touch. - **Examples:** - **Hammer:** Used for driving nails into wood. - **Saw:** Used for cutting wood into various shapes. - **Chisel:** Used for carving or cutting wood. - **Plane:** Used for smoothing or flattening wood surfaces. - **Tape Measure:** Used to measure lengths accurately. - **Square:** Used to mark out and check right angles. - **File:** Used to smooth or shape wood edges after cutting. - **Q&A Session:** Allow students to ask questions about each tool. 2. **Functionality and Usage (10 minutes):** - **Demonstration:** - Show students how to correctly hold and use each tool with sample pieces of wood. - Emphasize the correct technique to avoid mistakes and ensure precision in woodworking. - Allow a couple of student volunteers to try using a tool under supervision, highlighting safe practices. 3. **Safety Practices (10 minutes):** - Discuss the importance of safety when working with tools. - Highlight basic safety rules such as: - Always wear safety goggles and gloves. - Keep the workspace clean and free from obstructions. - Store tools properly when not in use. - Use each tool for its intended purpose to avoid accidents. - Show examples of safety gear and explain their importance. **Conclusion (10 minutes)** 1. **Recap:** Quickly go over the main points covered in the lesson. - Identify and name the tools discussed. - Briefly restate the functions and safety practices. 2. **Interactive Quiz/Game:** - Prepare a short, fun quiz or game to reinforce the lesson’s content. - Example: Show an image of a tool, and students must write its name and its use on their mini whiteboards. 3. **Assignment:** - Give students a handout with images of tools to label and state their functions as homework. - Encourage them to observe and possibly photograph any woodworking tools they find at home. **Closure:** 1. **Class Feedback:** Encourage students to share what they found interesting or any new facts they learned. 2. **Announcements:** Inform students about the next class’s topic and any upcoming activities or assignments. **Dismissal:** - Thank the students for their participation and attention. - Ensure the classroom is tidy before dismissing the students. ---