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Subject: Physical Education
Semester: 2
Period: 5
Week: 25
School Name: __________________________
Teacher’s Name: ________________________
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 10
Week & Period: Week 25, Period V
Date:
Topic: Introduction to Health and Personal Hygiene
Subtopics:
- Definition of Health
- Definition of Personal Hygiene
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
- Define health and explain its role in Physical Education.
- Define personal hygiene.
- Describe the importance of maintaining good personal hygiene.
- List examples of hygienic practices for athletes.
Previous Knowledge:
Learners have discussed drug prevention and fitness in relation to sports.
Instructional Materials:
- Chart paper illustrating personal hygiene habits
- Hygiene kits (toothbrush, soap, towel, comb)
- Videos or pictures of healthy vs unhealthy practices
- Flashcards with hygiene tips
Anticipation (Warm-Up) – 5 minutes:
Ask:
- What do you do every day to stay clean?
- Why do athletes need to stay healthy and clean?
Activity:
- Show pictures of an athlete with good hygiene vs. poor hygiene and ask learners to spot the differences.
Building Knowledge (Main Lesson) – 25 minutes
Definition of Health: Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease.
Definition of Personal Hygiene: Personal hygiene refers to the practices that individuals follow to care for their bodies and maintain cleanliness.
Importance of Health in Physical Education:
- Enhances performance
- Reduces illness and injury
- Promotes mental alertness
- Encourages teamwork and positive relationships
Importance of Personal Hygiene:
- Prevents infections and diseases
- Promotes self-confidence
- Maintains social acceptability
- Ensures cleanliness of shared spaces like locker rooms and equipment
Examples of Good Hygiene Practices for Students and Athletes:
- Bathing regularly
- Brushing teeth twice daily
- Wearing clean sportswear
- Washing hands after toilet and before eating
- Trimming nails
- Washing hair and using deodorant
- Cleaning sports gear regularly
Learners’ Activities:
- List five daily hygiene practices in their notebooks
- Watch a short hygiene awareness video and discuss the main takeaways
- Demonstrate proper handwashing and discuss the importance
- Pair up to quiz each other on hygiene do’s and don’ts
Consolidation (Review and Assessment) – 10 minutes
Review Questions:
- What is personal hygiene?
- Give two reasons why health is important in P.E.
- Mention three examples of good hygiene habits.
Mini Quiz:
- Which of the following is NOT a good hygiene practice? A. Wearing clean clothes
Sharing a toothbrush
C. Brushing twice daily
D. Bathing regularly - A person with good hygiene is likely to: A. Smell bad
Stay healthy
C. Get sick often
D. Spread diseases
Homework / Assignment:
- Interview your parent or guardian about their daily hygiene routine and write it down.
- Create a hygiene timetable for one week showing what to do each day.
- Bring one hygiene item to class and explain how it is used.
Notes – Detailed and Explained:
Good personal hygiene and overall health are key to successful participation in sports. Clean habits prevent disease, build confidence, and keep both the athlete and their teammates safe. Every student should take responsibility for personal cleanliness to improve learning, performance, and social interaction.
Expanded Notes / Instructions:
- Make hygiene practical—allow students to demonstrate with real items
- Encourage students to apply what they learn at home
Inclusive / Differentiation:
- Use visual aids for learners who struggle with text
- Support verbal expression for shy learners
- Allow group discussions and peer mentoring
Teacher’s Reflection:
- Did students understand the difference between health and hygiene?
- Were learners engaged by the visual comparisons?
- What support did lower-performing learners need?