Poisonings

Grade 5 · Physical Education

Semester 1 | Period 3 | Week 16

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Subject: Physical Education

Semester: 1

Period: 3

Week: 16

School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 5
Date: Week 16
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 16, Period 2
Topic: Poisonings
Sub-topic: Types and First Aid

Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Identify types of poisoning
Demonstrate first aid response for each type

Previous Knowledge
Students already know that harmful substances can make people sick.

Instructional Materials
Charts on poisoning, pictures of poisonous items, scenario cards

Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Teacher asks: “What will happen if a child drinks medicine that is not meant for them?”

B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes

Content:

  • Types of Poisoning:
  1. Swallowing (Ingested Poisoning): Occurs when harmful substances like chemicals, spoiled food, or medicines are ingested.
    • Example: Drinking cleaning fluid accidentally or eating rotten food.
  2. Animal Bites: Includes bites from snakes, insects, dogs, or other animals that may inject venom or bacteria.
    • Example: Snake bite while walking in the bush, or a bee sting.
  • First Aid for Swallowed Poison:
    • Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by a medical professional.
    • Give clean water or milk if safe.
    • Seek medical attention immediately.
  • First Aid for Animal Bites:
    • Wash the bite thoroughly with clean water and mild soap.
    • Keep the patient calm to slow the spread of venom.
    • Tie a cloth above the bite (for snake bites) to slow venom movement.
    • Take the patient to a hospital immediately.

Teacher Demonstration / Practical Examples:

  • Demonstrate tying a cloth above a simulated snake bite on a mannequin or volunteer arm.
  • Show how to wash a bite safely and position the victim calmly.
  • Explain do’s and don’ts for ingested poison (e.g., don’t make them vomit).

Mock Scenarios / Practical Activities:

  1. Students form groups to act out poisoning cases, alternating roles as victim and rescuer.
  2. Practice responding to:
    • Swallowed harmful substance scenario.
    • Animal bite scenario with simulated tie above bite.
  3. Discuss the correct sequence of actions and why each step is important.

Learners’ Activities (Expanded):

  • Role-play poisoning scenarios and demonstrate first aid techniques.
  • Explain to peers what to do and what to avoid in each situation.
  • Reflect on safety measures to prevent poisoning at home or school.

Assessment Checks (Formative):

  • Ask: “State one first aid step for swallowed poison.”
  • Ask: “What should you do immediately after a snake bite?”
  • Observe student participation in mock scenarios and correct technique.

Notes (Expanded & Detailed):

  • Poisoning can happen by ingesting harmful substances or through animal bites.
  • First aid aims to slow the effects of poison, reduce panic, and ensure rapid medical care.
  • Safety tips: Store chemicals safely, avoid eating unknown food, supervise children, wear protective shoes outside, and avoid provoking animals.

Assignments:

  1. Write 3 sentences explaining the difference between swallowed poisoning and animal bites.
  2. Draw and label steps for first aid for a snake bite.
  3. List three household items that could cause ingested poisoning and how to prevent accidents.
  4. Practice role-playing a poisoning scenario with a family member and record the steps followed.

C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Quick action is needed in poisoning cases to save lives.

Evaluation Method (Expanded): Exit slip/quiz: Write one type of poisoning and its first aid.

Assignment (Expanded): Write out safety rules to avoid poisoning at home.

Follow-up Activity: Learners will research poisonous plants or animals in their community.

Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies: Visuals help slower learners understand. Advanced learners explain why vomiting should not be forced.

Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low