TOPIC: SIMPLE FARM TOOLS USED FOR CUTTING
A: TEACHING AND LEARNING MATERIALS
- Cutlass.
- Knife.
- Sickle.
- Pictures of cutting tools.
- Grass or leaves for demonstration.
B: REFERENCE MATERIALS
- Scheme of work.
- Recommended Agric Sciences textbook for Primary 2.
- Online educational resources.
C: PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE
The pupils can classify some simple farm tools according to their uses.
D: PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Explain cutting tools.
- Identify common cutting tools.
- Mention uses of a cutlass.
- Mention uses of a knife and sickle.
- State safety precautions when using cutting tools.
E: CONTENT
Meaning of Cutting Tools
Cutting tools are farm tools used for cutting grasses, weeds, branches or harvested crops.
Cutlass
A cutlass is used for:
- Clearing weeds.
- Cutting grass.
- Cutting small branches.
- Harvesting some crops.
Knife
A knife can be used for:
- Cutting fruits.
- Cutting vegetables.
- Cutting ropes or light materials.
Sickle
A sickle has a curved blade. It is used for:
- Cutting grasses.
- Harvesting some crops.
Safety Precautions
- Do not play with cutting tools.
- Hold them carefully.
- Do not point them at another person.
- Keep them safely after use.
- Children should use them only under adult supervision.
F: LESSON PRESENTATION
F1: Teachers’ Activities
- Shows cutting tools to the pupils.
- Names each tool.
- Explains their uses.
- Demonstrates safe handling.
- Warns pupils against playing with sharp tools.
F2: Pupils’ Activities
- Identify the cutting tools.
- Name each tool.
- State their uses.
- Observe the teacher’s demonstration.
- Mention safety rules.
G: CONCLUSION
The teacher revises the cutlass, knife and sickle and emphasizes safe handling of sharp farm tools.
H: EVALUATION GUIDE
Pupils should be able to answer the following questions:
- What are cutting tools?
- Mention three cutting tools.
- State two uses of a cutlass.
- What is a sickle used for?
- Mention one safety rule for cutting tools.