Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - KG 2
Physical Development, Health & Safety – Term 2 Week 2
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Physical Development, Health & Safety – Term 2 Week 2
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Subject: Physical Development, Health & Safety
Class: KG 2
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 2
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This lesson introduces our young learners to the very important concept of healthy eating. In Ghana, we are blessed with a rich variety of natural and nutritious foods. Understanding the difference between foods that help our bodies grow strong and foods that can make us sick or tired is a foundational life skill. This knowledge empowers children to start making good choices about what they eat at home, at school, and when they buy snacks, leading to better health, more energy for play and learning, and lifelong well-being.
This lesson is built around one central idea: Some foods are good for our bodies, and some are not. We will use simple, relatable terms like "Go Foods" (Healthy) and "Sometimes Foods" (Unhealthy).
Concept 1: What are "Healthy Foods" or "Go Foods"? Explanation: Healthy foods are like fuel for our bodies. They are the foods that come from the farm, the sea, and from animals. They help us in three main ways: They help us GROW: Just like a small plant needs water and sun to grow into a big tree, we need healthy food to grow taller and stronger. (e.g., Eggs, beans, fish). They give us ENERGY: Energy is the power we need to run, jump, play football, and even to think hard in class. (e.g., Yam, *banku*, rice, plantain). They PROTECT us from sickness: Some foods have special powers called vitamins that fight off germs, so we don't get coughs, colds, or tummy aches easily. (e.g., Fruits like oranges and mangoes; vegetables like *kontomire* and tomatoes). Ghanaian Examples: Fruits: Mango, orange, pineapple, pawpaw, banana, watermelon. "These are sweet and full of vitamins to keep you from falling sick." Vegetables: *Kontomire*, okra, garden eggs, tomatoes, onions. "Mummy puts these in our soup and stew to make our bodies strong and our eyes sharp." Energy Givers: Yam, cassava, plantain, rice, *gari*, maize (for *kenkey* and *banku*). "These fill your tummy and give you power to play all day!" Body Builders: Beans, groundnuts, eggs, fish, chicken. "These foods build your muscles so you can be strong."
Concept 2: What are "Unhealthy Foods" or "Sometimes Foods"? Explanation: Unhealthy foods are often very sweet or very oily and are made in factories. They are nice to eat, but they don't have the good things our bodies need to grow and be healthy. If we eat too many of them, they can: Hurt our teeth: Too much sugar can make our teeth have holes (*"pε"*) and ache. Make our tummies hurt: They don't have the good stuff to help our bodies work well. Make us feel tired: After the first sweet taste, they can make us lose our energy for playing. Important Note for the Teacher: We call them "Sometimes Foods" to avoid making children feel guilty. It is okay to have them once in a while, like at a birthday party, but not every day. Ghanaian Examples: Sweets: Toffees, lollipops, chewing gum. "These have too much sugar that is bad for your teeth." Fizzy Drinks: Coca-Cola, Fanta, Sprite. "These are just sugar and water. They don't help you grow." Processed Snacks: Biscuits, cakes, oily chips (*"bofrot"* if eaten too much). "These are okay for a treat sometimes, but an orange is a better choice for a daily snack."
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