SS3 First Term Animal Husbandry Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS3 First Term Animal Husbandry Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS3 First Term Animal Husbandry Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to Animal Husbandry
Lesson: Basics of Animal Husbandry
Activity: Identify common farm animals and their uses
Week 2: Livestock Breeds
Lesson: Understanding different breeds of livestock
Activity: Group discussion on the characteristics of selected breeds
Week 3: Animal Nutrition
Lesson: Importance of proper nutrition for animals
Activity: Design a balanced diet for a specific livestock species
Week 4: Animal Health and Diseases
Lesson: Identifying common diseases in livestock
Activity: Visit a local farm or invite a veterinarian for a talk
Week 5: Reproduction in Animals
Lesson: Understanding the reproductive system of livestock
Activity: Study the reproductive cycle of a selected animal species
Week 6: Animal Housing and Management
Lesson: Designing suitable housing for livestock
Activity: Create a model of an ideal animal shelter
Week 7: Animal Handling and Welfare
Lesson: Proper ways to handle animals safely
Activity: Role-play scenarios for effective animal handling
Week 8: Farm Record Keeping
Lesson: Importance of keeping records in animal farming
Activity: Maintain a simple record book for a hypothetical farm
Week 9: Poultry Farming
Lesson: Basics of poultry farming and management
Activity: Visit a poultry farm or set up a small poultry unit
Week 10: Fish Farming
Lesson: Introduction to fish farming techniques
Activity: Set up a small fish pond and observe fish behavior
Week 11: Revision Week
Review key concepts from previous weeks
Conduct a comprehensive quiz on animal husbandry
Week 12: Examination Week
Administer a written examination covering the entire term’s syllabus
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Recap the term’s learnings
Provide resources for further reading during the break
Issue report cards and certificates for outstanding performance.