Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v3 - Primary 4

Lesson Video

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Performance objectives

• distinguish between open and closed shapes
• identify the uses of 3-dimensional shapes in homes and the ir environment

Lesson summary

This topic introduces Primary 4 learners to the concept of three-dimensional (3D) shapes, building on their prior knowledge of two-dimensional shapes. Understanding 3D shapes is fundamental as the world around us is composed primarily of these shapes. From the houses we live in to the food containers we use, 3D shapes are ubiquitous and play crucial roles in daily life in Nigeria. This lesson focuses on distinguishing between open and closed shapes and identifying the practical uses of common 3D shapes within homes and the wider environment.

Teacher activity

• The teacher displays a variety of real-life objects. Asks pupils to describe what they see. Leads a brief discussion on how some objects can hold things while others cannot, or how some are sealed and others are not.

Evaluation guide

• Evaluation Guide: Pupils to distinguish between open and closed shapes from a given collection of shapes.
• 1 Formative Assessment (During the Lesson):
• Observation: The teacher observes pupils during group activities, noting their ability to correctly categorize objects as open or closed and to identify 3D shapes.
• Questioning: Ask direct questions to individual pupils about their reasoning (e.g., "Why do you think this cup is an open shape?").
• Class Discussion: Assess understanding based on participation and the quality of responses during class discussions about uses of 3D shapes.

Reference guide

• Cartons
• Milk tins
• Plastic buckets, etc
• Water tanks