SS3 Second Term Food and Nutrition Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1-2: Diet and Nutrition Assessment
Lesson Note:
Assess students’ understanding of first-term concepts.
Discuss personal dietary habits and set goals for improvement.
Activities: Self-reflection journals and goal-setting exercises.
Scheme of Work:
Week 1: Reviewing first-term concepts.
Week 2: Personalized diet and nutrition assessments.
Week 3-4: Food Groups and Portion Control
Lesson Note:
Explore different food groups and their recommended servings.
Discuss the importance of portion control for a balanced diet.
Activities: Meal planning with emphasis on portion sizes.
Scheme of Work:
Week 3: Understanding food groups.
Week 4: Practical application of portion control.
Week 5-6: Dietary Supplements and Special Diets
Lesson Note:
Investigate the role of dietary supplements.
Discuss special diets for specific health conditions.
Activities: Research on dietary supplements and case studies.
Scheme of Work:
Week 5: Exploring dietary supplements.
Week 6: Special diets for health conditions.
Week 7-8: Cooking Methods and Meal Preparation
Lesson Note:
Introduce various cooking methods and their effects on nutrients.
Practical sessions on meal preparation techniques.
Activities: Cooking competitions and meal preparation assignments.
Scheme of Work:
Week 7: Understanding cooking methods.
Week 8: Hands-on meal preparation.
Week 9-10: Global Nutrition and Food Security
Lesson Note:
Discuss global nutrition challenges and initiatives for food security.
Explore cultural influences on dietary choices.
Activities: Group projects on global nutrition issues.
Scheme of Work:
Week 9: Global nutrition challenges.
Week 10: Cultural influences on diet.
Week 11: Revision Week
Lesson Note:
Review key concepts from the second term.
Conduct quizzes and group discussions for reinforcement.
Activities: Group study sessions and interactive quizzes.
Week 12: Examination Week
Lesson Note:
Administer comprehensive exams covering second-term topics.
Provide a platform for questions and clarification.
Activities: Final written examination.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Lesson Note:
Summarize the entire course and its practical applications.
Distribute certificates of completion for the academic year.
Activities: Closing ceremony, reflections, and farewell.
