Third Term Lesson Note for Week Eight
Class : Primary 3
Subject : Social Studies
Topic : Objects found in the first aid box.
Duration : 40 minutes
Period : Single Period
Reference Book :
- Basic Social Studies for Primary Schools, Book 3.
- Lagos State Unified Schemes of Work for Primary Schools (Primary 1 – 3)
- Online Resources
Instructional Material : Chart showing list of objects in the first aid box.
Learning Objectives : By the end of the lesson learners will be able to :
i. Identify the objects in the first aid box
ii. State the uses of each items found in the first aid box.
Content :
To be able to give help as soon as an accident or sudden illness occurs, a first aid box must be available.
First aid box must be kept in every home, school. Workshop, office and even in a vehicle.
First aid box is a box that contains all the necessary materials for first aid. These include:
1. Iodine : This is used to treat cuts that are not deep. It is an antiseptic liquid.
2. Bandage : It is used to cover wounds, to prevent it from being contaminated. It is also used to keep a dislocated joint firm until you visits a doctor.
3. Plaster : This is a small adhesive bandage used to cover wound after washing.
4. Disinfectant (detzol or TCP) : This is used to wash wounds.
5. A pair of scissors : This is used for cutting plaster and bandage. It is also used for dressing wounds.
6. Cotton wool : This is used for cleaning and protecting wound.
7. Razor blade : It is used for cutting.
8. Pain relief tablets : Examples are paracetamol and aspirin.
9. Medical gloves : These are disposable hand glove covering used during medical examination. They help to prevent the infection of the first aid giver through the injured person.
10. Vaseline : This is an ointment used for minor burns and scalds.
Presentation Steps :
Step 1 : Revises the previous lesson with the learners by asking them questions orally.
Step 2 : Introduces the new topic by identifying and list the items found in the first aid box.
Step 3 : State the uses of each item mentioned above in Step 2.
Evaluation :
1. What is a first aid box?
2. List five items found in the first aid box.
i. ___________________ ii. __________________
iii. __________________ iv. __________________
v. ___________________
3. Mention the uses of the items listed in 2 above.
i. __________________________________________
ii. _________________________________________
iii. ________________________________________
iv. ________________________________________
v. _________________________________________
Conclusion : At the end of the lesson learners were able to answer the questions correctly.