Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v3 - Primary 3

Lesson Video

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Performance objectives

• At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
• Explain that plants are living things.
• Identify characteristics that show plants are alive.
• State at least three reasons why plants are considered living things.
• Connection to

Lesson summary

This lesson focuses on identifying plants as living organisms, a fundamental concept in Basic Science. Understanding that plants are living things is crucial for pupils to appreciate the natural world around them, recognize the importance of plants in their ecosystem, and develop a sense of responsibility towards plant life. This knowledge is essential for future learning about plant classification, agriculture, and environmental conservation, all of which are highly relevant in the Nigerian context where agriculture is a significant part of daily life and economy.

Teacher activity

• Takes pupils on a nature walk to observe plants (explains characteristics which the observed plants display on the spot.)
• Guides pupils to identify plants as living things. (explain growth, irritability, reproduction as it affects plants)

Evaluation guide

• Observation: Monitor pupils' participation in discussions, their ability to identify living/non-living things, and their engagement in group activities.
• Question and Answer: Pose questions throughout the lesson, encouraging pupils to articulate their understanding.
• Quick Check: Ask pupils to raise their hand if they can give one reason why plants are living things.
• Drawing/Labeling: Ask pupils to draw a simple plant and label at least two parts that show it is alive (e.g., growing stem, leaves turning towards light).
• Summative Assessment (Aligned with Evaluation Guide):

Reference guide

• Specimen of plants in the localities