Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v3 - Primary 3

Lesson Video

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Performance objectives

• Mimic movements and sounds made by people, animals, and machines commonly found in Nigeria.
• Perform various basic movement patterns such as walking, running, jumping, and hopping.
• Identify and name key components of physical fitness, including endurance, strength, and flexibility.
• These objectives connect directly to

Lesson summary

This topic introduces Primary 3 learners to the fundamental concept of movement, focusing on how different body parts contribute to various actions. Understanding body movements is crucial for overall physical development, coordination, and safety. In the Nigerian context, the ability to move our bodies effectively is vital for daily activities such as helping with household chores, participating in traditional dances, playing local games like *suwe* or *ten-ten*, and engaging in school sports. This knowledge also lays the foundation for appreciating the importance of physical fitness in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, which is essential for active participation in community life and...

Teacher activity

• Begins by asking students to think about how they moved from home to school.
• Asks questions like: "What parts of your body did you use to walk or run?" "Can you move without using any part of your body?"
• Introduces the topic: "Moving Our Body Parts" and states the lesson objectives clearly.
• Explains that movement is essential for daily life and involves various body parts.

Evaluation guide

• The evaluation will assess the students' ability to practically demonstrate movements, identify patterns, and recognize fitness components based on the provided guide.
• Formative Assessment Strategies:
• Observation during Activities: The teacher will observe students during the "Imitating Movements and Sounds," "Movement Pattern Relay," and "Fitness Component Show-and-Tell" activities. This provides immediate feedback on their engagement, understanding, and performance.
• Checklist:* A simple checklist can be used to tick off students who correctly perform specific movements (e.g., walks, hops, imitates a goat) or identify fitness components.
• Question and Answer: Oral questioning during the lesson to check for understanding of key terms and concepts.

Reference guide

• Playground
• Chart
• Radio
• Television
• Video Clips
• Tape