Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v5 - Grade 1

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• This lesson focuses on revising and consolidating what we learned in Life Skills during Week 9. During Week 9, we explored Keeping Myself Safe. Staying safe is incredibly important for all children in South Africa. It helps us to make good choices, be healthy, and enjoy our lives without worrying about getting hurt or into trouble. This revision helps us remember those crucial lessons and put them into practice every day. We will remember about different ways to stay safe at home, at school and in our community.
• By the end of this lesson, learners will be able to:
• Identify at least three different ways to stay safe at home.
• Describe how to respond to a stranger approaching them.
• Explain the importance of telling a trusted adult if they feel unsafe or uncomfortable.

Lesson summary

This lesson focuses on revising and consolidating what we learned in Life Skills during Week

9. During Week 9, we explored Keeping Myself Safe. Staying safe is incredibly important for all children in South Africa. It helps us to make good choices, be healthy, and enjoy our lives without worrying about getting hurt or into trouble. This revision helps us remember those crucial lessons and put them into practice every day. We will remember about different ways to stay safe at home, at school and in our community.

Lesson notes

This week, we revisit the vital topic of Keeping Myself Safe, which covers several aspects crucial for Grade 1 learners in the South African context. a)

Safety at Home: Home should be a safe and happy place.

However, accidents can happen if we are not careful.

Here's what we need to remember: Sharp Objects: Knives, scissors, and broken glass can hurt us. We should never play with them. If we see them, we should tell a grown-up.

Example:* Imagine Sarah is playing in the kitchen and sees a knife on the counter. Instead of touching it, she calls her mother to put it away safely. This is being responsible.

Hot Surfaces: Stoves, irons, and kettles can burn us. We should stay away from them, especially when they are on.

Example:* Thabo wants to make toast. Instead of trying to use the toaster himself, he asks his older brother to help him. This is a safe choice.

Medicines: Medicine is only for when we are sick and should only be given to us by a grown-up. Never eat pills or drink liquids without asking.

Example:* Aisha finds some colourful pills that look like sweets. She knows never to eat them without asking her mother first because they might be medicine.

Electricity: Electrical sockets and appliances can be dangerous. Never stick anything into a socket, and keep electrical items away from water.

Example:* Sipho sees a loose wire coming from the T

V. Instead of touching it, he tells his father right away to fix it. b)

Safety Around Strangers: A stranger is someone we don't know. We need to be very careful around strangers.

Never go with a stranger: No matter what they offer – sweets, toys, or a ride – never go with a stranger.

Example:* A man stops his car next to Zanele while she is walking home from school. He offers her a sweet if she gets in the car. Zanele remembers her safety rules and says "No, thank you" and walks away quickly to find a trusted adult.

Never take anything from a stranger: Even if it looks tempting, do not accept gifts from strangers.

Example:* A woman approaches Junior in the park and offers him a balloon. Junior politely refuses and stays close to his grandmother.

Tell a trusted adult: If a stranger makes you feel uncomfortable, tell a trusted adult like a parent, teacher, or grandparent.

Example:* Lerato is playing outside when a man she doesn't know starts asking her personal questions. She feels uneasy, so she runs inside and tells her mother. c)

Road Safety: Roads can be dangerous if we don't follow the rules. Look left, look right, and look left again: Before crossing the road, always look both ways to make sure no cars are coming.

Explanation:* This rule helps us ensure that there is no immediate danger of traffic approaching from either direction. The second look to the left is to confirm after the first look, that there is still no oncoming traffic.

Use the pedestrian crossing: Always cross the road at a designated pedestrian crossing or zebra crossing.

Explanation:* Pedestrian crossings are marked to indicate that drivers should be more vigilant of pedestrians crossing at that point, reducing risk.

Walk on the pavement: Stay on the pavement or sidewalk, away from the traffic.

Explanation:* Walking on the pavement keeps us safe and separated from the moving vehicles on the road.

Hold a grown-up's hand: When crossing the road with a grown-up, always hold their hand tightly.

Explanation:* This allows the adult to have better control and ensure the child's safety when crossing busy roads. d) Saying "No": It's important to know that you have the right to say "no" if someone is making you feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Practice saying "no" firmly: Practice saying "No!" loudly and clearly if someone tries to touch you in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable.

Example:* If a family friend tries to hug you when you don't want to, you can say, "No, thank you. I don't want a hug right now." Tell a trusted adult: Always tell a trusted adult if someone has made you feel uncomfortable, even if they told you to keep it a secret.

Example:* If an older child at school is teasing you and telling you not to tell anyone, you should still tell your teacher or a parent. Guided Practice (With Solutions)

Question 1: Mandla is in the kitchen, and he sees a bottle of cleaning liquid. It looks like it might taste sweet. What should he do?

Solution: Mandla should NOT touch the cleaning liquid. He should tell a grown-up immediately. Cleaning liquids are poisonous and can make him very sick.

Question 2: Thandi is walking home from school, and a stranger in a car offers her a ride. He says he knows her mother. What should she do?

Solution: Thandi should NOT get into the car with the stranger. Even if he says he knows her mother, she should never go with someone she doesn't know. She should say "No, thank you" and walk away quickly to a safe place, like a nearby shop or a friend's house, and tell a trusted adult what happened.

Question 3: Sipho wants to cross the road to buy some sweets at the shop.