Jss2 First Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Jss2 First Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
JSS2 First Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to Agricultural Science
Lesson: Definition and importance of Agricultural Science
Activity: Class discussion on various aspects of agriculture
Homework: Research and present a brief history of agriculture
Week 2: Soil and Soil Conservation
Lesson: Types of soil and their characteristics
Activity: Soil texture analysis in the school garden
Homework: Identify soil conservation methods in the local community
Week 3: Crop Production (Part 1)
Lesson: Basic principles of crop production
Activity: Field visit to a local farm to observe crop cultivation techniques
Homework: Prepare a simple crop production plan for a small garden
Week 4: Crop Production (Part 2)
Lesson: Common crop diseases and pest control
Activity: Practical demonstration of pest control methods
Homework: Identify and bring samples of common pests and diseases
Week 5: Livestock Farming (Part 1)
Lesson: Introduction to livestock farming
Activity: Visit a local livestock farm and identify different types of animals
Homework: Research on the nutritional requirements of common livestock
Week 6: Livestock Farming (Part 2)
Lesson: Animal health care and management
Activity: Practical session on basic animal health checks
Homework: Create a chart comparing different livestock breeds
Week 7: Agricultural Tools and Machinery
Lesson: Identification and use of common agricultural tools and machinery
Activity: Hands-on experience with basic farm tools
Homework: Prepare a list of advanced agricultural machinery and their functions
Week 8: Agro-processing
Lesson: Introduction to agro-processing and value addition
Activity: Visit a local agro-processing unit
Homework: Identify and list different agro-processing methods
Week 9: Agricultural Marketing and Economics
Lesson: Basics of agricultural marketing and its importance
Activity: Simulate a market scenario with students as buyers and sellers
Homework: Research on the economic impact of agriculture in the region
Week 10: Fish Farming
Lesson: Introduction to fish farming and aquaculture
Activity: Visit a local fish farm and observe fish farming practices
Homework: Identify and describe different fish species suitable for farming
Week 11: Revision Week
Review all topics covered in the term
Conduct practice tests and quizzes
Week 12: Examination Week
Administer end-of-term examination
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Recap key learnings from the term
Distribute report cards
Provide guidance on agricultural activities during the break