Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 2

Family health II

TERM – 1ST TERM

WEEK TEN

Class: Senior Secondary School 2

Age: 16 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HEALTH EDUCATION

Topic: FAMILY HEALTH II

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

I.) Define personal hygiene

II.) Identify other aspects of personal hygiene

III.) Identify the importance of personal hygiene.

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 personal hygiene and identify it's aspects.

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher discuss the importance of personal hygiene.

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

FAMILY HEALTH II

Personal Hygiene

Personal hygiene refers to the practices, behaviors, and habits individuals adopt to maintain cleanliness and promote overall health and well-being. It involves taking care of one's body, appearance, and immediate environment to prevent the spread of diseases, infections, and unpleasant odors. Personal hygiene encompasses various aspects, including:

  1. Body Hygiene: Cleaning the body regularly to remove dirt, sweat, oils, and dead skin cells. This includes bathing or showering daily, using soap or body wash, and washing the face, hands, feet, and other body parts as needed.
  2. Oral Hygiene: Maintaining cleanliness of the mouth, teeth, and gums to prevent dental problems such as cavities, gum disease, and bad breath.
  3. Hair and Scalp Hygiene: Keeping the hair and scalp clean by washing with shampoo and conditioner as needed to remove dirt, oils, and dandruff.
  4. Clothing and Laundry Hygiene: Wearing clean clothes and undergarments, and laundering them regularly to remove dirt, sweat, and body oils.

Importance of personal hygiene

Personal hygiene is incredibly important for several reasons:

  1. Good personal hygiene practices, such as regular handwashing, bathing, and oral care, help remove germs, bacteria, and viruses from the body.
  2. Proper personal hygiene habits, especially handwashing, are crucial for preventing the spread of contagious illnesses to others.
  3. Personal hygiene habits like dental care and regular bathing contribute to overall physical health by preventing dental problems, skin infections, and body odor.
  4. Practicing good personal hygiene can enhance self-esteem, confidence, and mental well-being by promoting a sense of cleanliness, freshness, and self-care.
  5. Maintaining good personal hygiene is essential for positive social interactions, as it helps individuals feel more comfortable, confident, and socially accepted..

EVALUATION: 1. What is personal hygiene

  1. Identify 3 other aspects of personal hygiene
  2. Mention 4 importance of personal hygiene.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively