Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 1

Nature and leisure

TERM – 2ND TERM

WEEK ELEVEN

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Topic: NATURE AND LEISURE

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

  1. Define leisure
  2. Identify common activities for leisure
  3. Identify the nature of recreation.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the meaning of leisure and identify activities for leisure

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher discusses the various nature of recreation

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

NATURE AND LEISURE

Leisure refers to the time when you are not working and can relax and enjoy yourself. It's a period free from obligations, allowing you to engage in activities that you find enjoyable and fulfilling.

Common leisure activities include:

  1. Reading - Books, magazines, or online articles.
  2. Watching TV or Movies - Streaming services, cinemas, or DVDs.
  3. Outdoor Activities - Hiking, biking, or gardening.
  4. Sports - Playing basketball, soccer, or tennis.
  5. Socializing - Spending time with friends and family, attending social events.
  6. Hobbies - Cooking, knitting, painting, or playing a musical instrument.
  7. Traveling - Exploring new places, both local and international.
  8. Gaming - Video games, board games, or puzzles.
  9. Fitness - Working out, yoga, or running.
  10. Relaxation - Meditating, taking naps, or simply lounging.

Nature of recreation

Recreation refers to activities people engage in during their free time for enjoyment, relaxation, and well-being. It encompasses a wide range of pursuits that can be categorized into various types based on their nature and purpose:

  1. Outdoor Recreation: Activities that take place in natural settings, such as hiking, camping, fishing, and skiing. These activities are often linked to physical fitness and a connection to nature.
  2. Indoor Recreation: Activities conducted within indoor environments, like gym workouts, swimming in indoor pools, or playing indoor sports such as basketball or badminton.
  3. Social Recreation: Activities that involve interaction with others, including team sports, group fitness classes, parties, and social gatherings. These foster social bonds and community engagement.
  4. Cultural Recreation: Activities related to the arts, culture, and intellectual pursuits, such as visiting museums, attending concerts or theater performances, reading, and engaging in hobbies like painting or crafting.
  5. Adventure Recreation: Activities that involve a certain level of risk and excitement, such as rock climbing, scuba diving, bungee jumping, and paragliding. These often appeal to those seeking adrenaline and thrill.
  6. Fitness and Health Recreation: Activities specifically aimed at improving physical health and fitness, such as jogging, yoga, Pilates, and strength training. These are often integrated into daily routines for long-term health benefits.

EVALUATION: 1. What is recreation?

  1. Identify 5 activities for leisure
  2. Mention 4 nature of recreation

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively