Care of the Body (Part 2)

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Subject: Physical Education

Semester: 2

Period: 5

Week: 28

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School Name: __________________________
Teacher’s Name: ________________________
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 10
Week & Period: Week 28, Period V
Date:
Topic: Care of the Body (Part 2)
Subtopics:

• Hair and Nail Care
• Skin and Foot Care

 

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:

1. Identify good practices for hair and nail care.
2. Explain how to care for the skin and feet.
3. Describe the consequences of poor grooming habits.
4. Demonstrate proper techniques for personal grooming.

 

Previous Knowledge:

Learners discussed general body cleanliness and oral hygiene.

 

Instructional Materials:

• Nail clippers and combs
• Shampoo and foot powder
• Chart showing healthy vs. unhealthy nails and feet
• Videos on grooming techniques

Anticipation (Warm-Up) – 5 minutes:

Ask:

• How often should we wash our hair?
• What happens if we don’t cut our nails?

Activity:

• True or False cards: Teacher reads grooming statements; students raise TRUE or FALSE cards.

 

Building Knowledge (Main Lesson) – 25 minutes

Hair Care:

• Wash hair at least once a week with shampoo
• Use a clean comb/brush
• Keep hair neat and trimmed
• Avoid sharing combs to prevent lice and infection

Nail Care:

• Trim nails weekly to avoid dirt buildup
• Do not bite nails
• Use nail clippers (not teeth or sharp objects)
• Wash hands and nails after using the toilet or playing

Skin Care:

• Bathe daily to remove dead skin and sweat
• Apply lotion to keep skin hydrated
• Wear clean clothes and change underclothing daily

Foot Care:

• Wash feet regularly and dry them properly
• Wear clean socks and air shoes after use
• Use foot powder to reduce odor
• Cut toenails straight across to avoid ingrown nails

Consequences of Poor Grooming:

• Dandruff, lice, fungal infections, foot odor, ingrown nails
• Embarrassment, isolation, poor self-image

 

Learners’ Activities:

• Demonstrate how to trim nails properly using a nail clipper
• Create a grooming timetable: hair, nails, feet, skin
• Match pictures of good vs. poor grooming practices
• Group discussion: “Why do some students avoid grooming?”

 

Consolidation (Review and Assessment) – 10 minutes

Review Questions:

1. Why should we wash our hair regularly?
2. What tools are safe for cutting nails?
3. Mention two reasons to care for your feet.

Mini Quiz:

1. The safest way to cut nails is with: A. A knife
   Teeth
   C. Nail clipper
   D. Scissors
2. Dirty feet can lead to: A. Growth of tall nails
   Foot odor and fungus
   C. Longer legs
   D. Hair loss

 

Homework / Assignment:

1. At home, inspect your nails, feet, and hair. Write what you did to care for them.
2. List 3 bad grooming habits and how to change them.
3. Interview a friend or family member about their grooming habits.

 

Notes – Detailed and Explained:

Personal grooming involves the regular care of hair, nails, skin, and feet. These habits help prevent illness, increase confidence, and maintain personal dignity. Learners should make grooming part of their daily lifestyle for better health and sports participation.

 

Expanded Notes / Instructions:

• Include both theoretical explanation and live demonstrations
• Promote weekly grooming challenges among students

 

Inclusive / Differentiation:

• Use visuals, tactile examples for low-literacy learners
• Offer simplified grooming checklists for home use

 

Teacher’s Reflection:

• Did students clearly understand and demonstrate grooming routines?
• Which practices were unfamiliar to learners?
• What follow-up is needed to encourage daily grooming at home?