Week Eight
Subject: Basic Technology
Class: Primary One
Week of the Second Term: 8th Week
Topic: Simple Machines
Sub-topic: Define Pressing Iron, Uses of Pressing Iron
Instructional Objectives
At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define what a pressing iron is and identify its main parts.
- Explain at least three uses of a pressing iron in daily life.
- Demonstrate safe handling of a pressing iron through a role-play scenario.
Entry Behaviour
Before starting this lesson, pupils should already know about household tools and appliances and may have seen or used a pressing iron under adult supervision.
Instructional Materials
- A real or toy pressing iron (unplugged and safe for demonstration).
- Visual aids (charts or pictures) showing different types of pressing irons and their uses.
- Fabric pieces to demonstrate pressing techniques (using safe alternatives like a toy ironing board).
Reference Materials
- Ijiyemi, C. (2016). Foundations of Sci. & Tech for Primary School Book 1. Metropolitan Publishers. Lagos.
- Oyinlola, M., Rahaman, B., & Ezeume, I. (2015). Basic Science and Technology For Primary School Book 1 (Bec Edition). Spectrum Book Limited. Lagos.
Content
Simple Machine
Iron
A pressing iron is a small appliance used to remove wrinkles from clothes. It has a flat surface that gets hot, allowing it to press down on fabric to make it smooth.
Uses of Pressing Iron:
For Removing Wrinkles
For Pressing Seams
For Finishing Touches:
For Removing Stains
For Relaxing Fabric
For Making Clothes Look Neat
Step 1: Introduction
Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)
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