Animals

Class : Basic 2

Subject : Basic science and technology 

Topic: Animals 

Sub - Topic :Common Uses and Group Classification of Animals in Nigeria.

Duration: 40 minutes

Learning Objectives : At the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:

1. List common uses of animals in Nigeria.

2. Classify animals into different groups based on their characteristics.

3. Name examples of animals found in Nigeria and their uses.

4. Understand the importance of animals to human life.

Reference Material : Online information

Instructional Materials :Pictures of animals, Animal toys, chart showing the classification ofanimals

Previous knowledge : Learners are familiar with animals in their environment.

 CONTENT

Classification of Animals

1.Mammals: Animals that have fur or hair and give birth to live young ones. Examples: Dog, Cow, Goat, Human.

2.Birds: Animals that have feathers and lay eggs. Examples: Chicken, Parrot, Eagle.

3.Fish: Animals that live in water and breathe through gills. Examples: Fish, Crocodile, Shark.

4.Reptiles: Animals with dry scaly skin and mostly lay eggs. Examples: Snake, Lizard, Tortoise.

5. Amphibians: Animals that can live both on land and in water. Examples: Frog, Salamander.

     Common Uses of Animals in Nigeria

1. Food: Animals like cows, goats, and chickens provide meat and milk for humans.

2.Clothing: Animals like sheep and goats provide wool and leather for clothing.

3.Work: Donkeys, horses, and oxen are used for carrying loads and plowing fields.

4.Medicine: Some animals, like snakes, are used in the production of medicine.

5.Companionship: Dogs and cats are kept as pets for companionship.