TOPIC: USES OF ORNAMENTAL CROPS
A: TEACHING AND LEARNING MATERIALS
- Pictures of decorated homes and parks.
- Ornamental flowers.
- Pictures of shaded areas.
- Flower pots.
- Pupils’ writing materials.
B: REFERENCE MATERIALS
- Scheme of work.
- Recommended Agric Sciences textbook for Primary 3.
- Online educational resources.
C: PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE
The pupils have learnt the meaning and examples of ornamental crops and can identify some ornamental plants around them.
D: PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Mention different uses of ornamental crops.
- Explain how ornamental plants beautify the environment.
- State how some ornamental plants provide shade.
- Explain how ornamental crops provide income.
- State simple ways of caring for ornamental plants.
E: CONTENT
Beautification
Ornamental plants make places look beautiful. They are used in:
- Homes.
- Schools.
- Offices.
- Parks.
- Event centres.
Provision of Shade
Some ornamental trees provide shade where people can sit and rest.
Decoration
Flowers may be used for decoration during:
- Weddings.
- Birthdays.
- School events.
- Other ceremonies.
Source of Income
People can grow and sell ornamental plants for money.
Environmental Benefits
Ornamental plants can:
- Make the environment attractive.
- Provide shade.
- Help reduce dust.
- Make surroundings pleasant.
Care of Ornamental Plants
They should be:
- Watered.
- Weed-free.
- Trimmed when necessary.
- Protected from damage.
F: LESSON PRESENTATION
F1: Teachers’ Activities
- Revises ornamental crops.
- Shows pictures of decorated places.
- Discusses their uses.
- Explains how they provide shade.
- Discusses income from ornamental plants.
- Demonstrates simple plant care.
F2: Pupils’ Activities
- Mention ornamental plants.
- State their uses.
- Identify plants that provide shade.
- Explain how they provide income.
- Mention ways of caring for them.
G: CONCLUSION
The teacher revises the uses and care of ornamental crops and encourages pupils to protect plants around the school.
H: EVALUATION GUIDE
Pupils should be able to answer the following questions:
- Mention three uses of ornamental crops.
- How do ornamental plants beautify the environment?
- Mention one ornamental plant that can provide shade.
- How can people earn money from ornamental plants?
- Mention two ways of caring for ornamental plants.
- Can flowers be used during ceremonies?
- Why should ornamental plants be protected?