SS1 First Term Food and Nutrition Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1-3: Introduction to Food and Nutrition
Lesson Note:
Introduce the importance of Food and Nutrition in daily life.
Discuss the basic nutrients – proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals.
Activities: Group discussions on a balanced diet, and a class project on creating a balanced meal plan.
Scheme of Work:
Week 1: Introduction to Food and Nutrition
Week 2: Nutrients and their functions
Week 3: Balanced Diet and Meal Planning
Week 4-6: Food Groups and Dietary Guidelines
Lesson Note:
Explore different food groups and their significance.
Teach dietary guidelines for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Activities: Group presentations on specific food groups, and a practical cooking session to prepare a balanced meal.
Scheme of Work:
Week 4: Food Groups
Week 5: Dietary Guidelines
Week 6: Practical Session – Balanced Meal Preparation
Week 7-9: Food Preservation and Storage
Lesson Note:
Discuss various food preservation methods.
Teach the importance of proper food storage.
Activities: Field trip to a local food processing facility, and a group project on home-based food preservation techniques.
Scheme of Work:
Week 7: Food Preservation Techniques
Week 8: Storage of Food
Week 9: Field Trip and Group Project
Week 10-13: Food Safety and Hygiene
Lesson Note:
Emphasize the significance of food safety and hygiene.
Discuss common foodborne illnesses and preventive measures.
Activities: Interactive quizzes on food safety, and a class project on creating a food safety poster.
Scheme of Work:
Week 10: Importance of Food Safety
Week 11: Revision Week (Interactive Quizzes)
Week 12: Examination Week
Week 13: School Dismissal Week (Food Safety Poster Presentation).
