# Lesson Plan: Prevocational Studies for Primary 1
## Topic: Types of Land | Ways of Caring for the Hair and Dangers of Neglecting Hair Care
### Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
1. Identify different types of land.
2. Understand basic ways to care for their hair.
3. Recognize the importance of hair care and the dangers of neglecting it.
### Materials:
- Flashcards with pictures of different types of land.
- Hair care items (comb, brush, shampoo, conditioner).
- Visual aids (posters or slides showcasing healthy and neglected hair).
- Interactive whiteboard or chalkboard.
- Worksheets for coloring and matching.
### Procedure:
#### Introduction (10 minutes):
1. **Greeting and Warm-up:**
- Greet the students and have a short, energetic song or activity to get them engaged.
- Introduce the topic for the day: "Today we'll learn about different types of land and why it's important to take care of our hair."
2. **Review of Previous Knowledge:**
- Briefly ask students what they know about land (this can be general and very basic).
- Show them a picture of a head with hair and ask why they think hair care is important.
#### Main Lesson:
##### Part 1: Types of Land (15 minutes)
1. **Explanation:**
- Introduce the concept of land and present the different types of land using flashcards and simple explanations.
- **Forest:** A large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth.
- **Desert:** A dry, barren area of land.
- **Mountain:** A large natural elevation of the earth's surface.
- **Valley:** A low area between hills or mountains.
- **Plains:** Large areas of flat or gently rolling land.
2. **Activity:**
- Show students images on the interactive whiteboard and ask them to identify the type of land.
- Let them color in drawings of different land types in their worksheets.
##### Part 2: Ways of Caring for the Hair (10 minutes)
1. **Explanation:**
- Introduce basic hair care items and their usage (comb, brush, shampoo, conditioner).
- Demonstrate how to properly comb and brush hair.
- Explain the importance of washing hair regularly.
2. **Interactive Demonstration:**
- Invite a volunteer to demonstrate combing and brushing with guidance.
- Show how to apply shampoo and conditioner using a prop (like a doll's head).
##### Part 3: Dangers of Neglecting Hair Care (10 minutes)
1. **Discussion:**
- Use visual aids to show the difference between healthy hair and neglected hair.
- Discuss the dangers of neglecting hair care, such as:
- **Dandruff:** Flakes of skin shedding from the scalp.
- **Tangles and Knots:** Which can be painful to untangle.
- **Hair Loss:** Due to poor hygiene or unhealthy scalp conditions.
2. **Q&A Session:**
- Ask the students simple questions to reinforce their understanding.
- Example: "What happens if you don’t wash your hair?"
#### Conclusion (5 minutes):
1. Summarize the key points of the lesson.
2. Allow students to ask any remaining questions.
3. Gratify participation and good behavior with a sticker or small reward.
4. Assign a simple homework task, such as drawing or coloring a picture of their favorite type of land and drawing a picture of themselves caring for their hair.
### Assessment:
- Observe student participation during discussions and activities.
- Check their worksheets for understanding of the concepts.
- Evaluate their ability to identify types of land and their understanding of basic hair care through the Q&A session and completed tasks.
### Further Reading/Activities:
- Provide additional resources or books about different types of landforms and personal hygiene.
- Suggest parents to involve children in a hair care routine at home.
### Closing:
Thank students for their attention and participation. Remind them to care for their hair and take notice of different landforms around them.