Jss3 First Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Jss3 First Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
JSS3 First Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1-10:
Week 1 – Introduction to Agricultural Science
Overview of Agricultural Science
Importance of Agriculture
Classification of crops and animals
Class activity: Group discussion on the role of agriculture in the community
Week 2 – Soil and Soil Conservation
Types of soil
Soil formation
Soil conservation techniques
Field trip: Visit to a local farm to observe soil types and conservation methods
Week 3 – Crop Production I: Crop Husbandry
Crop cultivation techniques
Types of crops: cereals, legumes, root crops
Planting methods
Practical demonstration: Planting seeds in the school garden
Week 4 – Crop Production II: Crop Protection
Common pests and diseases in crops
Methods of pest and disease control
Integrated pest management
Class activity: Identifying pests and diseases on plant samples
Week 5 – Livestock Farming I: Poultry Farming
Poultry breeds
Housing and management of poultry
Health care of poultry
Practical session: Setting up a model poultry farm in the school
Week 6 – Livestock Farming II: Animal Husbandry
Common livestock breeds
Housing and management of livestock
Reproduction and breeding
Guest speaker: Local farmer sharing experiences in animal husbandry
Week 7 – Agricultural Economics I: Farm Record Keeping
Importance of farm records
Types of farm records
Practical exercise: Students maintaining a simple farm record for the school garden
Week 8 – Agricultural Economics II: Marketing of Agricultural Products
Marketing strategies for agricultural products
Value addition in agriculture
Market research project: Students conducting a survey on local market demands
Week 9 – Agro-processing and Food Preservation
Techniques in food preservation
Value addition through agro-processing
Class demonstration: Making simple food preserves
Week 10 – Agricultural Extension Services
Role of agricultural extension in community development
Extension methods
Guest speaker: Agricultural extension officer addressing the class
Week 11-13:
Week 11 – Revision Week
Recap of topics covered
Group discussions on challenging concepts
Practice tests and quizzes
Week 12 – Examination Week
Final examination covering all topics
Practical exam: Students demonstrating hands-on skills learned
Week 13 – School Dismissal Week
Review of the term’s achievements
Distribution of certificates and awards
Closing ceremony: Acknowledging outstanding students