Subject: Basic Science and Technology

Class: Nursery 2

Term: 1^st Term

Date:

Week 7

Theme of the Week: Technology Around Us
Topic of the Day: Simple Machines – Uses at Home
Age Group: 4–5 years
Period:
Duration: 1–2 hours (with breaks)

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:

Recall simple machines learned previously.
Identify common machines used at home.
State the use of each machine.
Demonstrate safe and careful behavior when using tools.

Circle Time (5–10 minutes):

Review simple machines from Week 4.
Show pictures or real examples (broom, spoon, scissors).
Discuss how these tools help at home.

Main Activity (Hands-On):

Demonstrate uses of:

Broom – sweeping

Spoon/Fork – eating

Scissors – cutting paper

Hammer – hitting nails (teacher demo only)

Screwdriver – tightening screws

Bottle opener/Can opener – opening containers

Wheelbarrow – carrying heavy things

Explain clearly that some tools (knife, hammer, screwdriver) are for adults only.
Discuss proper storage after use.

Materials Needed:

Real or toy tools (safe for children)
Picture cards
Tool storage box
Machine song chart

Movement Break:

Pretend to sweep, cut paper, and carry heavy things.

Creative Time:

Draw your favorite machine used at home.

Language Development:

Words: “Tool,” “Sweep,” “Cut,” “Carry,” “Careful,” “Safe”
Children repeat: “Machines help us. We use them carefully.”

Assessment (Observation-Based):

✔ Can the child name one machine used at home?
✔ Can the child state its use?
✔ Does the child understand some tools are for adults only?

Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v3 - Nursery 2