First Aid

Grade 6 · 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 6
Date: Week 16
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 16, Period 3
Topic: First Aid
Sub-topic: Poisonings

Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

  • Define poisoning
  • State types of poisoning (swallowing substances, animal bites)
  • Identify signs of poisoning
  • Describe first aid steps for poisoning
  • Suggest prevention methods

Previous Knowledge
Students know that some substances and animal bites are harmful.

Instructional Materials
Charts of harmful substances, pictures of animals, role-play cards

Lesson Development – ABC Model

A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Teacher asks learners: “What will happen if someone drinks kerosene by mistake?” Learners respond.

B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)

Time: 25–30 minutes

Teacher’s Explanation:
The teacher begins by defining poisoning as the harmful effect that happens when dangerous substances enter the body. It may occur through:

  1. Swallowing (ingestion): When someone eats or drinks harmful substances.
    • Examples: swallowing medicines in excess, drinking kerosene, eating spoiled food, drinking unclean water, or swallowing chemicals like bleach.
  2. Animal Bites or Stings: When venom or poison enters the body through the bite or sting of an animal.
    • Examples: snake bites, scorpion stings, bee stings, or dog bites.

Signs of Poisoning:

  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain or cramps
  • Dizziness or confusion
  • Difficulty breathing (in serious cases)
  • Swelling or redness (after animal bites/stings)

First Aid for Poisoning:

  • Do NOT give food, drink, or milk – these may worsen the effect.
  • Keep the victim calm and still – movement can spread poison faster in the body.
  • Identify the poison if possible (medicine container, chemical bottle, or describe the animal that bit the person).
  • Take the victim to the hospital immediately – professional treatment is needed.
  • If it is an animal bite, wash the bite area with clean water and keep it still while seeking medical help.

Prevention of Poisoning:

  • Store medicines and chemicals in safe, locked places away from children.
  • Do not eat spoiled or uncovered food.
  • Avoid playing with or going near strange animals.
  • Wash fruits and vegetables before eating.
  • Follow instructions carefully when using household chemicals (like insect sprays).

Teacher Demonstrations:

  • Teacher shows safe household substances and unsafe ones (e.g., bottle of clean water vs. bottle of bleach).
  • Teacher role-plays a scene: someone swallows a harmful liquid, and another person practices keeping them calm and calling for help.
  • Teacher demonstrates tying a simple cloth bandage near a snake bite (to slow the spread of venom while waiting for help).

 

Learners’ Activities (Expanded):

  • Learners list common poisonous substances they know at home (e.g., soap, detergents, expired food).
  • In small groups, learners role-play poison accidents (e.g., a child drinks kerosene, or a classmate gets bitten by a dog) and act out the correct First Aid response.
  • Learners demonstrate how to keep a victim calm and how to quickly call for help.
  • Learners discuss everyday ways to prevent poisoning in their homes.

 

Assessment Checks:

Teacher tests learners with oral and practical questions:

  1. “What is poisoning?”
  2. “Mention two types of poisoning.”
  3. “What are three signs of poisoning?”
  4. “Why should you not give food or water to someone who swallowed poison?”
  5. “What should you do if your friend is bitten by a snake?”

Teacher observes learners’ role-plays to check if they demonstrate correct First Aid steps.

 

Notes (Expanded & Detailed):

  • Poisoning happens when harmful substances enter the body.
  • Types of poisoning:
  1. Swallowing harmful substances such as medicines, chemicals, kerosene, spoiled food.
  2. Animal bites and stings such as from snakes, dogs, bees, or scorpions.
  • Signs of poisoning: vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness, confusion, swelling, or difficulty breathing.
  • First Aid for poisoning:
    • Do not give food, drink, or milk.
    • Keep the victim calm and still.
    • Try to identify the poison.
    • Take the victim to the hospital quickly.
    • Wash bite wounds and keep them still until help arrives.
  • Prevention of poisoning: Store dangerous substances safely, avoid spoiled food, wash fruits/vegetables, and stay away from strange animals.
  • Key Point: Acting quickly and calmly in poisoning cases saves lives.

C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Poisoning can be caused by substances or bites. It is prevented by safety at home and school.

Evaluation Method (Expanded):
Exit slip/quiz: Write two examples of poisoning and one preventive method.

Assignment (Expanded):
Write down three safety rules to prevent poisoning at home.

Follow-up Activity:
Learners check at home if harmful substances are safely stored.

Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Learners with learning difficulties are supported with pictures. Role-plays encourage peer assistance.

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