SS2 First Term Animal Husbandry Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Animal Husbandry Lesson Note and Scheme of Work for SS2 First Term

Week 1-2: Introduction to Animal Husbandry

Lesson Note: Introduce students to the basics of Animal Husbandry, covering the importance of the subject and its relevance in modern agriculture.

Activities: Class discussion on the role of animal husbandry in food production, visit to a local farm, and identification of common farm animals.

Week 3-4: Breeds of Livestock

Lesson Note: Explore various breeds of livestock, focusing on cattle, sheep, goats, and poultry.

Activities: Research and presentation on different livestock breeds, field trip to a livestock farm, and hands-on identification of animal breeds.

Week 5-6: Animal Nutrition

Lesson Note: Discuss the principles of animal nutrition, emphasizing the importance of balanced diets for livestock.

Activities: Practical demonstration of preparing balanced animal feed, visit to a feed mill, and group discussions on nutritional requirements for specific animals.

Week 7-8: Animal Health and Diseases

Lesson Note: Examine common diseases affecting livestock and preventive measures.

Activities: Guest lecture by a veterinarian, practical demonstration of basic animal health checks, and group projects on creating a disease prevention plan.

Week 9-10: Animal Reproduction

Lesson Note: Cover the reproductive processes in livestock, including artificial insemination and breeding management.

Activities: Hands-on session on artificial insemination, field trip to a breeding farm, and group discussions on the economic aspects of animal reproduction.

Week 11: Revision Week

Lesson Note: Review key concepts from previous weeks, address any questions or concerns, and conduct practice tests.

Activities: Group revision sessions, Q&A sessions, and practice quizzes.

Week 12: Examination Week

Lesson Note: Administer examinations to assess students’ understanding of the Animal Husbandry curriculum.

Activities: Written exams, practical assessments, and oral exams where necessary.

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

Lesson Note: Conclude the term by summarizing key learnings, providing feedback, and encouraging students to explore further studies in Animal Husbandry.

Activities: Farewell assembly, distribution of report cards, and guidance on optional reading materials for the holidays.