Concept of technology

Subject:  Basic Science
Grade: 1
Topic: Concept of Technology
Date: 11th May 2026

Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Say what technology means.
Name simple examples of technology.
Explain how technology helps people.
Teaching Materials
Pictures of a phone, computer, television, car
Real objects if available (phone, radio)
Chart or flashcards
 

Introduction 
Ask pupils questions:
Do you watch TV at home?
Have you seen a phone before?
Show pictures of common devices.
Tell pupils these things are called technology.
 

Presentation 
Meaning of Technology:
Technology means tools or machines people use to make work easier.
Examples of technology:
Phone
Computer
Television
Car
Radio
Fan
Explain that technology helps people:
Talk to others
Learn new things
Travel faster
Do work easily
 

Activity 
Ask pupils to:
Mention any technology they know.
Point to pictures of technology in the classroom.
 

Conclusion 
Review the meaning of technology.
Ask pupils to mention two technologies they know.
 

(Questions and Answers)
1. What is technology?
Technology is tools or machines that help people do work easily.
2. Mention two examples of technology.
Phone and computer.
3. Is a television a technology?
Yes.
4. What do we use a phone for?
To talk to people.
5. Does technology help people?
Yes, it helps people do work easily.
6. Mention one technology you see at home.
TV / phone / radio.