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Subject: Social Studies
Semester: 2
Period: 4
Week: 20
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Social Studies
Grade Level: Grade 1
Date: Week 20
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 20, Period 4
Topic: Food and Nutrition
Sub-topic: Importance of food, sources of food, balanced diet
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Explain why food is important.
Identify different sources and types of food.
Understand the importance of a balanced diet.
Previous Knowledge
Students already know some foods they eat daily.
Instructional Materials
Pictures of fruits, vegetables, grains, fish, meat, balanced diet plate, real samples of food if available.
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Teacher shows a basket of fruits and asks learners: “Why do we eat food?”
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Definition of Food:
- Food gives us strength, helps us grow, and keeps us healthy.
- It provides energy to play, learn, and do daily activities.
Sources of Food:
- Plants: rice, yam, cassava, fruits, vegetables, beans.
- Animals: fish, chicken, meat, eggs, milk.
Balanced Diet:
- Eating a variety of foods in the right amounts is called a balanced diet.
- Components of a balanced diet:
- Proteins – meat, eggs, fish (help build muscles).
- Carbohydrates – rice, yam, cassava (give energy).
- Vitamins – fruits and vegetables (keep body healthy).
- Fats – oils, nuts (help energy storage).
Demonstration:
- Teacher shows a chart of a balanced meal with sections for proteins, carbohydrates, fruits, vegetables, and fats.
- Explain how each food type helps the body.
Practical Activity:
- Learners group pictures of food into:
- Plant sources
- Animal sources
- Learners then sort food into categories: fruits, vegetables, proteins, grains.
- Discuss which foods they eat at home and in school.
Learners’ Activities (Expanded):
- Identify foods they eat at home or at school.
- Group foods into plant and animal sources.
- Identify different categories: fruits, vegetables, proteins, grains.
- Draw a balanced meal plate showing examples from each category.
Assessment Checks:
- Ask learners to name one plant food.
- Ask learners to name one animal food.
- Ask learners, “Why is food important?”
- Observe participation in grouping and drawing activities.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed):
- Food is essential for growth, health, and energy.
- A balanced diet ensures the body gets all nutrients it needs to function properly.
- Eating only one type of food is not healthy; a variety is important.
- Encourage learners to eat fruits, vegetables, proteins, and grains daily.
Example Questions for Learners:
- “Name one food that comes from plants.”
- “Name one food that comes from animals.”
- “What happens if we don’t eat enough food?”
Assignment:
- Draw a plate showing a balanced meal with at least one food from each category.
- Write one sentence about why each food is important.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Food is important for health and energy. We get food from plants and animals. A balanced diet keeps us strong.
Evaluation Method (Expanded):
Exit slip/quiz: Learners draw one plant food and one animal food.
Teacher will collect slips and provide oral feedback.
Assignment (Expanded): Draw and color a balanced diet plate with at least four kinds of food.
Follow-up Activity: Learners ask parents about what foods are eaten at home and their sources.
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Provide oral answers for children who cannot draw. Pair faster learners with slower ones.
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low