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Subject: Physical Education
Semester: 1
Period: 3
Week: 14
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 7
Date:
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 14, Period 3
Topic: Common Diseases and Their Prevention
Sub-topic: Malaria, cholera, respiratory infections, typhoid, diarrhea, and preventive measures
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Identify common diseases affecting individuals and communities.
- Explain preventive measures such as sanitation, clean water, mosquito nets, vaccination, and balanced diet.
- Demonstrate awareness of practices that reduce the spread of diseases.
Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
• The importance of personal hygiene in preventing disease.
• Basic signs and symptoms of common illnesses.
Instructional Materials
• Textbook: Physical education textbooks for Grade 7
• Teaching aids: Charts showing disease symptoms and preventive measures, mosquito nets, water purification examples
• Students' notebooks and writing materials
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Activity: The teacher will ask the class:
• “Can you name some diseases that are common in our community?”
• “What are some ways to protect yourself from getting sick?”
The teacher will record responses on the board.
Teacher’s Role: Guide brainstorming, clarify misconceptions, and link students’ experiences to the lesson.
Learner’s Role:
• Share knowledge about diseases and prevention.
• Respond verbally and participate in warm-up discussion.
B – BUILDING KNOWLEDGE (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Teacher’s Role:
• Explain common diseases such as malaria, cholera, respiratory infections, typhoid, and diarrhea.
• Describe each disease’s causes, symptoms, and modes of transmission:
- Malaria: Caused by mosquito bites; symptoms include fever, chills, and headache.
- Cholera: Caused by contaminated water; symptoms include watery diarrhea and dehydration.
- Respiratory infections: Spread through coughing and sneezing; symptoms include cough, fever, and difficulty breathing.
- Typhoid: Caused by bacteria in contaminated food/water; symptoms include fever, stomach pain, and nausea.
- Diarrhea: Often due to poor sanitation or contaminated water; symptoms include frequent loose stools and dehydration.
• Discuss preventive measures in detail: - Sanitation: Proper disposal of waste and keeping surroundings clean.
- Clean water: Boiling water or using safe water sources.
- Mosquito nets: Sleeping under treated nets to prevent malaria.
- Vaccination: Immunization against preventable diseases such as polio and measles.
- Balanced diet: Provides nutrients to strengthen immunity.
• Relate preventive measures to Liberia: - Cite malaria prevalence in communities.
- Discuss local community sanitation campaigns and school health programs.
Learners’ Activities (Expanded):
• Take detailed notes and ask clarifying questions.
• Participate in discussions on how these diseases affect families and communities.
• Demonstrate safe practices:
- Safe water handling (boiling or filtering water).
- Proper handwashing techniques.
- Correct use of mosquito nets.
• Share experiences or observations of disease prevention in their homes or community.
Assessment Checks:
• Oral questions:
- “Name two common diseases in Liberia.”
- “List two preventive measures for cholera or malaria.”
- “Why is vaccination important?”
• Observe participation in demonstrations and discussions.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed):
• Common diseases in Liberia: Malaria, cholera, respiratory infections, typhoid, and diarrhea.
• Prevention strategies:
- Maintain proper sanitation and clean surroundings.
- Drink boiled or safe water.
- Sleep under mosquito nets to prevent malaria.
- Ensure timely vaccinations for preventable diseases.
- Eat a balanced diet to strengthen immunity.
• Awareness and daily practice of preventive measures reduce infection rates, protect families, and improve community health.
Practical Activities:
- Demonstrate handwashing and safe water practices in small groups.
- Role-play using mosquito nets correctly.
- Create a poster or chart showing prevention measures for common diseases.
Assignment:
- Write a paragraph: “How can my family prevent malaria, cholera, and other common diseases?”
- List five preventive measures for keeping your school or community healthy.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary:
• Teacher will ask students to recall common diseases and at least one preventive measure for each.
Evaluation Method (Expanded):
• Exit slip/quiz: Students will write short answers to:
- Name three common diseases.
- Mention two ways to prevent malaria.
- Explain why a balanced diet helps prevent diseases.
Teacher will collect and quickly review for understanding
• Provide oral feedback before class ends
Assignment (Expanded): Students will create a poster showing preventive measures for two common diseases in their community.
Follow-up Activity: Students will discuss in groups how their school or home environment can be improved to reduce disease spread.
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
• Struggling Learners: Provided with simplified examples, visual aids, and guided explanations.
• Advanced Learners: Asked to explain how preventive measures work together to reduce disease incidence.
• Students with Disabilities: Supported through peer assistance, tactile or visual demonstrations, and adapted activities.
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
• What worked well? ______________________________________________________
• What needs improvement? _________________________________________________
• Students’ engagement level: □ High □ Medium □ Low