Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - KG 2

Lesson Video

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Performance objectives

• Identify at least three healthy foods.
• Explain why being active is important.
• List safety rules for home and school.
• Demonstrate simple exercises.
• Recognize the importance of being clean.

Lesson summary

This lesson focuses on helping our young learners identify and understand the difference between safe and unsafe situations, places, and objects in their immediate environment—their homes and our school. In Ghana, children are often very active and curious, so it is crucial to equip them with the basic knowledge to protect themselves from common household and schoolyard dangers. This lesson builds a foundation for personal responsibility and helps prevent accidents like cuts, burns, and falls.

Lesson notes

This lesson is built around the core concepts of 'Safe' and 'Unsafe'. It is important to explain these in a way that KG2 learners can easily understand.

Concept 1: What does 'SAFE' mean? Explanation: "Safe means something will not hurt you. It is okay to touch, use, or be there. When you are safe, you feel happy and comfortable. Think about your favourite soft teddy bear or pillow. When you hug it, does it hurt you? No! It is soft and nice. So, the teddy bear is safe." Ghanaian Context/Example: "When you are playing 'ampe' with your friends on the grass in the compound, and Mummy is watching, you are safe. The grass is soft, and a grown-up is there to help if you fall."

Concept 2: What does 'UNSAFE' mean? Explanation: "Unsafe means something can hurt you. It can cause a 'booboo', make you cry, or make you sick. We must stay away from unsafe things and places to protect our bodies. Unsafe is also called 'dangerous'." Ghanaian Context/Example: "The top of the coal pot when it has red, hot charcoal in it is unsafe. If you touch it, it will burn your hand very badly. Ouch! That is very dangerous. Also, a sharp knife that Daddy uses to cut yam is unsafe for children to play with."

Identifying Safe vs. Unsafe Places and Objects