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Subject: Physical Education
Semester: 2
Period: 6
Week: 32
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 1
Date: Week 32
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 32, Period 6
Topic: Principles of First Aid
Sub-topic: First Aid Skills & Simple Demonstrations
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Perform basic first aid actions for minor cuts, bruises, and bumps
Demonstrate correct use of simple first aid materials
Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
First aid introduction, safety rules, and minor injury awareness
Instructional Materials
First aid kit, bandages, cotton wool, antiseptic, pictures
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Ask learners what they should do if a friend gets a small cut
Discuss why first aid is important before medical help arrives
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Step 1: Demonstration – Cleaning and Dressing a Minor Cut
- Teacher explains: “When someone has a small cut, we must clean it so germs do not enter and make it worse.”
- Demonstrates the steps slowly, showing each material:
- Wash your hands with soap and water.
- Clean the cut gently with clean water or a wet cotton.
- Pat the cut dry with a clean cloth.
- Place cotton or plaster over the cut.
- Teacher emphasizes: “Always use clean things, never dirty cloths.”
- Example: If a child falls and cuts their knee while playing, you clean it gently and cover it.
Step 2: Demonstration – Applying a Bandage and Stopping Bleeding
- Teacher shows a small pretend wound (on a doll, chart, or student’s arm with marker).
- Demonstrates:
- Put a clean cloth or cotton on the wound.
- Press gently but firmly to stop the bleeding.
- Wrap the bandage around, not too tight, not too loose.
- Teacher explains: “We press to stop the bleeding, and the bandage keeps it covered and safe.”
- Example: If someone cuts their finger with paper, you cover it with cotton and then bandage it.
Step 3: Explaining What to Do if Someone Feels Dizzy or Has a Bump
- Teacher explains in very simple words:
- If someone feels dizzy, let them sit down quietly and call for help.
- If someone bumps their head, put a clean, cold cloth on the bump.
- Never shake the person or run away laughing.
- Examples:
- A child runs too fast, bumps their head on a desk → help them sit down, call the teacher, and place a cool cloth.
- A learner complains of dizziness → tell them to sit and relax while an adult is called.
Step 4: Learners’ Activities (Expanded & Practical)
- Pretend Cut Practice: Pupils work in pairs using cotton and strips of cloth/bandage to dress a pretend cut drawn on paper or doll.
- Role-Play: Groups act out helping a friend who fell and got a bump on the head—one calls for help, one stays calm, one uses a cloth.
- Bandage Practice: Learners practice wrapping a bandage around a friend’s arm, ensuring it is not too tight.
- Discussion Game: Teacher asks situations (“Your friend is dizzy, what do you do?”) and learners respond with correct actions.
Step 5: Assessment Checks (Expanded)
- Teacher observes how learners handle cotton and bandages (checking for cleanliness and correct steps).
- Ask learners individually:
- “What is the first thing you do before touching a wound?”
- “Why do we press a cloth on a cut?”
- “What do you do if a friend feels dizzy?”
- Learners explain in their own words one First Aid action they practiced.
Step 6: Notes (Expanded & Detailed)
- Hygiene is very important – always wash hands and use clean things.
- Calmness is key – never panic, act slowly and carefully.
- Safety first – do not try dangerous things, always call for adult help.
- Remind: “We are practicing with pretend cuts, not real ones, so no one gets hurt.”
Extra Assignment (to reinforce learning):
- Draw a picture of someone putting a bandage on a cut.
- Ask parents: “What should I do if I bump my head at home?” and report in class.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Review first aid actions and correct material use
Evaluation Method (Expanded)
Exit slip/quiz: Demonstrate one first aid skill correctly
Teacher will collect slips and provide oral feedback
Assignment (Expanded):
Practice showing a first aid action to a family member
Follow-up Activity:
Identify items in a home first aid kit and explain their use
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Provide simplified materials for learners with limited skills
Use peer demonstration for support
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low