Social Environment

Our Living Environment - Materials used as bedding

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify locally available materials used as beddings
- Carry out hygiene practices in sleeping areas for a healthy environment

- Learners to share ideas on different materials used as beddings at home
- In groups, learners to discuss various materials used as beddings
- Learners to draw and colour one material they use as bedding at home

What materials do we use as bedding at home?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 1
- Real bedding materials
- Pictures/charts of different bedding materials

- Oral questions - Observation - Written exercise

Social Environment

Our Living Environment - Materials used as bedding
Our Living Environment - Keeping our sleeping areas clean
Our Living Environment - Keeping our sleeping areas clean

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify locally available materials used as beddings
- Appreciate the importance of proper bedding materials

- Learners to manipulate digital devices to watch video clips showing things used as bedding
- Discuss findings in class
- Share experiences about bedding materials used at home

How do different bedding materials affect our comfort?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 2
- Digital devices
- Video clips of bedding materials
- Samples of bedding materials
- Posters of bedding materials
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 3
- Brooms
- Mops
- Cleaning materials
- Bedding materials
- Cleaning materials
- Charts on cleaning schedules

- Observation - Oral questions - Drawings

Social Environment

Our Living Environment - Keeping clean after bedwetting

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Carry out hygiene practices in sleeping areas for a healthy environment
- Advocate for the importance of observing hygiene in sleeping places

- Learners to discuss causes of bedwetting
- Learners to mention hygiene practices to observe during bedwetting
- Learners to role play care for beddings

What should we do when bedwetting occurs?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 4
- Pictures of bedwetting scenarios
- Cleaning materials
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 6
- Digital devices
- Videos on bedwetting management
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 7
- Mackintosh
- Pictures of protective bedding materials
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 8
- Charts showing bedwetting prevention tips
- Maze activity sheets

- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercise

Social Environment

Our Living Environment - Project: Making bedding hygiene posters

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Advocate for the importance of observing hygiene in sleeping places
- Carry out hygiene practices in sleeping areas for a healthy environment

- Learners to make posters showing why it is important to ensure sleeping places are clean
- Learners to display posters in class
- Learners to discuss posters created by classmates

How can we educate others about keeping sleeping areas clean?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 9
- Manila paper
- Markers/crayons
- Scissors
- Glue
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 10
- Completed posters
- Presentation materials

- Observation - Peer assessment - Project work evaluation

Social Environment

Family Needs - How we show our feelings

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe how people express feelings in real life
- Label emotions expressed by self and others
- Appreciate the importance of expressing emotions appropriately

- Learners to discuss about emotions experienced by self and others
- Learners to identify different feelings shown in pictures
- Learners to discuss what makes them happy, sad, angry, or fearful

How do our faces show different emotions?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 12
- Pictures showing different emotions
- Digital devices with video clips
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 13
- Digital devices
- Coloring materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Drawing activities

Social Environment

Family Needs - How we show our feelings
Family Needs - Labelling emotions shown by us and others

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe how people express feelings in real life
- Label emotions expressed by self and others
- Appreciate the importance of expressing emotions appropriately

- Learners to identify situations that trigger different emotions
- Learners to discuss appropriate ways of expressing emotions
- Learners to role play different emotional scenarios

What situations make us feel happy, sad, angry, or fearful?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 14
- Picture cards showing different emotional situations
- Role play materials
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 16
- Flash cards with emotions
- Pictures showing different emotions
- Drawing materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Role play assessment

Social Environment

Family Needs - Labelling emotions shown by us and others
Family Needs - Ways in which emotional needs are met

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Label emotions expressed by self and others
- Describe how people express feelings in real life
- Appreciate the importance of emotions in character formation

- Learners to design posters showing different emotions
- Learners to match facial expressions with corresponding emotions
- Learners to discuss how to recognize others' emotions

Why is it important to recognize others' emotions?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 17
- Poster making materials
- Emotion flash cards
- Pictures showing emotional expressions
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 18
- Pictures showing people meeting emotional needs
- Role play materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Poster assessment

Social Environment

Family Needs - Ways in which emotional needs are met

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe ways in which emotional needs are met in real life situation
- Appreciate the importance of meeting emotional needs in character formation

- Learners to identify ways of showing care to others
- Learners to discuss the importance of listening to others
- Learners to identify ways of praising others for good work

How does praise affect our emotional well-being?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 19
- Pictures showing people praising others
- Charts showing ways to meet emotional needs

- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercise

Social Environment

Family Needs - Ways in which emotional needs are met

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe ways in which emotional needs are met in real life situation
- Appreciate the importance of meeting emotional needs in character formation

- Learners to role play various situations showing how emotional needs are met
- Learners to make posters showing different ways of expressing emotions
- Learners to sing songs or read stories involving feelings expressed by people

How do we help others when they are emotionally hurt?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 20
- Role play materials
- Story books about emotions
- Poster making materials
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 21
- Chart paper
- Markers
- Scenario cards

- Observation - Role play assessment - Poster assessment

Social Environment

Food in Our Environment - Common food items in the environment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify common food items found in the immediate environment
- Embrace good eating habits to promote good health

- Learners to name food found around them
- Learners to draw and color food items
- Learners to discuss the importance of different food items

What types of food are available in our community?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 23
- Pictures of various food items
- Drawing materials
- Pictures of food sources
- Real food items

- Observation - Oral questions - Drawing assessment

Social Environment

Food in Our Environment - Placing food items into three groups

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Classify food items into three food groups
- Embrace good eating habits to promote good health

- Learners to discuss why we eat food
- Learners to identify food that gives energy
- Learners to identify food that helps us grow
- Learners to identify food that protects us from illnesses

How do different foods help our bodies?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 24
- Pictures/real food items
- Charts showing food groups
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 28
- Digital devices
- Magazines/newspapers with food pictures
- Manila paper
- Glue
- Scissors

- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercise

Social Environment

Food in Our Environment - Proper behavior during meals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Observe table manners during meals
- Embrace good eating habits to promote good health

- Learners to discuss good table manners
- Learners to identify bad table manners
- Learners to role play proper behavior during meals

How should we behave when eating with others?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 31
- Pictures showing good and bad table manners
- Digital devices
- Video clips
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 32
- Chart paper
- Markers
- Role play materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Role play assessment

Social Environment

Food in Our Environment - Problems of eating too much food or too little food

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Classify food items into three food groups
- Observe table manners during meals
- Embrace good eating habits to promote good health

- Learners to discuss why some people eat too much or too little food
- Learners to identify problems associated with eating too much food
- Learners to identify problems associated with eating too little food

What happens when we eat too much or too little food?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 33
- Pictures showing effects of eating too much or too little food
- Health charts
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 35
- Health charts
- Poster making materials
- Pictures showing balanced meals

- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercise

Social Environment

Our Community - What is a community?

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify ways of keeping safe in the community
- Acknowledge the importance of keeping safe in the community

- Learners to discuss what a community is
- Learners to identify different elements that make up a community
- Learners to share about their own communities

What makes up our community?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 38
- Pictures of community elements
- Charts showing community structure
- Pictures of different communities
- Drawing materials
- Community charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Drawing assessment

Social Environment

Our Community - Keeping safe in the community

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify ways of keeping safe in the community
- Apply basic road signs for personal safety
- Acknowledge the importance of keeping safe in the community

- Learners to discuss ways of keeping safe in the community
- Learners to identify potential dangers in the community
- Learners to share experiences about safety in the community

What dangers exist in our community?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 39
- Pictures showing safety measures
- Charts on community safety
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 42
- Audio recordings
- Pictures showing stranger danger
- Role play materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Written exercise

Social Environment

Our Community - Keeping safe in the community
Our Community - Safe and unsafe places in the community

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify ways of keeping safe in the community
- Acknowledge the importance of keeping safe in the community

- Learners to create posters on community safety
- Learners to discuss what to do in emergency situations
- Learners to identify emergency contacts in the community

Who can help us when we are in danger?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 43
- Poster making materials
- List of emergency contacts
- Safety charts
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 46
- Pictures of safe and unsafe places
- Flash cards with names of places

- Observation - Oral questions - Poster assessment

Social Environment

Our Community - Safe and unsafe places in the community
Our Community - Basic road signs for personal safety

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Classify places in the community as safe and unsafe
- Identify ways of keeping safe in the community
- Acknowledge the importance of keeping safe in the community

- Learners to discuss actions that expose people to danger
- Learners to identify ways to avoid dangerous situations
- Learners to role play how to respond to dangerous situations

What behaviors can put us in danger?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 49
- Pictures showing dangerous behaviors
- Role play materials
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 51
- Pictures of road signs
- Road safety charts
- Drawing materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Role play assessment

Social Environment

Our Community - Basic road signs for personal safety
Cultural Events - Traditional activities carried out in the community

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Apply basic road signs for personal safety
- Acknowledge the importance of keeping safe in the community

- Learners to act out how to cross the road while observing road safety signs
- Learners to discuss what to do before crossing the road
- Learners to identify safe paths in their community

How do we use road signs to stay safe?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 53
- Road safety charts
- Pictures showing road crossing steps
- Role play materials
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 57
- Pictures showing cultural events
- Digital devices
- Video clips

- Observation - Oral questions - Role play assessment

Social Environment

Cultural Events - Traditional activities carried out in the community
Cultural Events - Activities in our culture that bring people together

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify cultural events carried out in the community
- Recognise cultural events that promote social well-being
- Embrace cultural events that promote social well-being

- Learners to draw cultural events they have attended
- Learners to discuss the purpose of different cultural events
- Learners to share personal experiences of cultural events

How do cultural events represent community values?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 57
- Drawing materials
- Pictures of cultural events
- Cultural artifacts
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 58
- Pictures showing cultural events
- Audio recordings of cultural songs
- Musical instruments

- Observation - Oral questions - Drawing assessment

Social Environment

Cultural Events - Activities in our culture that bring people together
Cultural Events - Traditional activities done by different communities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Recognise cultural events that promote social well-being in the community
- Embrace cultural events that promote social well-being in the community

- Learners to discuss traditions that promote unity
- Learners to identify the role of cultural ceremonies in bringing people together
- Learners to create posters depicting cultural events that promote unity

What are the benefits of community cultural celebrations?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 59
- Poster making materials
- Pictures of cultural celebrations
- Cultural artifacts
- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 61
- Pictures showing cultural events
- Digital devices
- Video clips
- Role play materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Poster assessment

Social Environment
Natural Environment
Natural Environment

Cultural Events - Traditional activities done by different communities
Weather - Unfavourable weather conditions
Weather - Unfavourable weather conditions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Classify cultural events into those that promote environmental care and social well-being in the community
- Embrace cultural events that promote social well-being in the community

- Learners to identify cultural events from different communities
- Learners to create a table showing communities and their cultural events
- Learners to discuss how different communities protect the environment through cultural events

How do different communities celebrate their cultural events?

- Oxford Our Lives Today Grade 3 Environmental Activities Learner's Book pg. 63
- Chart paper
- Markers
- Pictures of cultural events
- Digital devices
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 67
- Digital resources
- Pictures of unfavourable weather conditions
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 70
- Pictures or videos showing effects of unfavourable weather
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Table assessment

Natural Environment

Weather - Dangers of unfavourable weather conditions
Weather - Responding to unfavourable weather conditions
Weather - Responding to unfavourable weather conditions
Weather - Responding to unfavourable weather conditions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe how unfavourable weather conditions affect the environment
- Explain the impact of unfavourable weather on property
- Show concern for safety during unfavourable weather

- Observe pictures showing effects of unfavourable weather on the environment
- Discuss how unfavourable weather damages property and the environment
- Search for information on effects of unfavourable weather conditions using digital devices
- Share findings with classmates

How do unfavourable weather conditions affect our environment?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 71
- Pictures showing environmental damage from unfavourable weather
- Digital resources
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 73
- Pictures showing safety measures
- Safety equipment (raincoats, umbrellas, sunscreen, etc.)
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 74
- Stories about weather safety
- Drawing materials
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 75
- Weather safety matching cards
- Song lyrics about weather safety

- Observation - Oral questions - Group work assessment

Natural Environment

Weather - Responding to unfavourable weather conditions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Discuss ways of keeping safe during drought
- Create a chart showing responses to drought
- Value the importance of water conservation during drought

- Discuss about drought and its effects
- Role-play appropriate responses to drought conditions
- Draw a poster showing ways to conserve water during drought
- Share about drought experiences they might have had

How can we respond to drought conditions?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 75
- Pictures showing drought conditions
- Drawing materials for posters
- Pictures showing strong winds and safety measures
- Drawing materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Drawing assessment

Natural Environment

Weather - Consolidation
Soil - Features of different types of soil

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Consolidate knowledge about unfavourable weather conditions
- Apply safety measures during unfavourable weather conditions
- Value safety measures during unfavourable weather

- Participate in a quiz about unfavourable weather conditions and safety
- Create a personal weather safety plan
- Present their weather safety plans to the class
- Give feedback on their peers' safety plans

How would you prepare for unfavourable weather in your community?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 76
- Quiz materials
- Writing materials
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 79
- Different soil samples
- Display charts
- Soap and water for washing hands

- Written assessment - Oral presentation - Peer assessment

Natural Environment

Soil - Characteristics of different types of soil
Soil - Soil display

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Distinguish between different types of soil based on texture
- Classify soil samples according to their characteristics
- Appreciate different soil types in the environment

- Feel different soil samples to identify texture (smooth, rough, or medium)
- Group soil samples into categories (sand, loam, clay)
- Draw a table showing characteristics of different soil types
- Discuss soil texture and particle size
- Wash hands with soap and water after touching soil

What makes soils different from each other?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 81
- Different soil samples
- Manila paper for displaying soil
- Soap and water for washing hands
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 82
- Manila paper
- Glue

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assessment

Natural Environment

Soil - Basic activities for taking care of soil
Soil - Adding manure

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify basic soil conservation activities
- Explain the importance of soil conservation
- Show interest in soil conservation

- Discuss ways to protect soil in the environment
- Observe pictures showing soil conservation activities
- Talk about soil conservation activities seen in their community
- Draw pictures showing soil conservation activities

How can we care for soil?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 83
- Pictures showing soil conservation activities
- Drawing materials
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 84
- Pictures showing manuring
- Resource person
- Examples of organic materials for making manure

- Observation - Oral questions - Drawing assessment

Natural Environment

Soil - Adding mulch
Soil - Planting trees

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain what mulching is
- Describe materials used for mulching
- Appreciate the importance of mulching in soil conservation

- Discuss what mulching is and why it is important
- Identify materials used for mulching
- Observe pictures showing mulching
- Discuss benefits of mulching
- Role play how to mulch plants

Why is mulching important for soil?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 85
- Pictures showing mulching
- Examples of mulching materials
- Role play materials
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 86
- Pictures showing soil with and without trees
- Pictures showing tree planting process

- Observation - Oral questions - Role play assessment

Natural Environment

Soil - Tree planting project
Heat - Sources of heat around us

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate the proper way to plant trees
- Apply knowledge of soil conservation through tree planting
- Value tree planting as a soil conservation activity

- Plant tree seedlings following proper steps
- Add manure to the soil when planting trees
- Water planted seedlings
- Take photographs or videos of the activity
- Take care when using digging tools to prevent injury

How do we properly plant a tree?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 88
- Tree seedlings
- Digging tools
- Manure
- Water containers
- Protective equipment
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 92
- Pictures showing sources of heat
- Digital resources

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group work assessment

Natural Environment

Heat - Sources of heat

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify various sources of heat in the environment
- Classify sources of heat as natural or man-made
- Appreciate the importance of heat sources

- Observe pictures of different heat sources
- Visit the school kitchen to observe sources of heat
- Group sources of heat into natural and man-made
- Discuss heat sources found in their homes
- Draw pictures of different heat sources

What are the different sources of heat in our environment?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 93
- Pictures of heat sources
- School kitchen
- Drawing materials
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 94
- Digital resources
- Materials for collage

- Observation - Oral questions - Drawing assessment

Natural Environment

Heat - Uses of heat

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify different uses of heat in daily life
- Describe how heat is used for different purposes
- Appreciate the importance of heat in daily activities

- Observe pictures showing different uses of heat
- Discuss how heat is used for cooking, warming, drying, and ironing
- Share personal experiences of using heat energy
- Create a table showing how they use heat energy on different days

How do we use heat in our daily lives?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 95
- Pictures showing uses of heat
- Writing materials
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 96
- Mind map materials
- Drawing materials
- Role play props

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignment

Natural Environment

Heat - Safety when dealing with heat
Heat - Conserving heat

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify dangers associated with heat sources
- Describe safety measures when handling heat sources
- Value the importance of safety around heat sources

- Observe pictures showing unsafe handling of heat sources
- Discuss dangers associated with various heat sources
- Identify safety measures when dealing with heat
- Role play proper safety practices around heat sources

How can heat sources be dangerous?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 97
- Pictures showing heat-related dangers
- Role play props
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 98
- Pictures showing heat conservation
- Manila paper for posters
- Drawing materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Role play assessment

Natural Environment

Heat - Conserving heat
Heat - Safety around heat sources

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe additional ways of conserving heat
- Role play proper use of heat energy
- Show concern for energy conservation

- Role play activities showing proper use of heat energy
- Recite poems about heat conservation
- Use digital resources to learn more about heat conservation
- Discuss ways they can conserve heat at home and school

Why is it important to conserve heat energy?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 99
- Role play props
- Digital resources
- Poem about heat conservation
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 97
- First aid information
- Poster materials

- Observation - Role play assessment - Oral questions

Resources in Our Environment

Water - Sources and uses of water
Water - Water contamination

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify various sources of water
- Describe different uses of water
- Appreciate the importance of water in daily life

- Share ideas on sources of water in the environment
- Discuss uses of water at home and school
- Observe pictures showing different uses of water
- Draw pictures showing sources and uses of water

Why is water important in our daily lives?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 103
- Pictures showing sources and uses of water
- Drawing materials
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 105
- Pictures showing water contamination
- Digital resources
- Role play props

- Observation - Oral questions - Drawing assessment

Resources in Our Environment

Water - Water contamination
Water - Making water clean

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify ways water gets contaminated by animal activities
- Explain how animal waste contaminates water
- Value the importance of keeping water sources clean

- Observe pictures showing how animals contaminate water
- Discuss ways in which animals make water dirty
- Create posters about preventing water contamination
- Use digital resources to learn more about animal contamination of water

How do animals make water dirty?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 106
- Pictures showing animal contamination of water
- Digital resources
- Poster making materials
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 108
- Clear empty containers
- String or rubber bands
- Pieces of cloth
- Dirty water samples

- Observation - Oral questions - Poster assessment

Resources in Our Environment

Water - Making water clean

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate how to make a water filter
- Explain how different materials filter water
- Show interest in water filtration

- Make an improvised water filter using a plastic bottle, cotton wool, charcoal, sand, and small stones
- Use the filter to clean dirty water
- Observe the filtration process
- Compare water before and after filtration
- Discuss how the different materials in the filter clean the water

How does a water filter work?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 109
- Big plastic bottles
- Cotton wool
- Charcoal
- Coarse and fine sand
- Small stones
- Dirty water samples
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 110
- Sieves or pieces of mosquito net
- Clear containers
- Dirty water samples
- Drawing materials

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Resources in Our Environment

Water - Making water safe for drinking
Water - Using water well

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Differentiate between clean and safe water
- Describe how to make water safe by boiling
- Value the importance of safe drinking water

- Discuss the difference between clean and safe water
- Observe demonstration of boiling water to make it safe
- Identify signs that water is boiling (bubbles, steam)
- Discuss other methods of making water safe for drinking

Why should we drink safe water?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 111
- Cooking pot
- Water
- Heat source
- Clean container for boiled water
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 112
- Pictures showing water conservation
- Role play props

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assessment

Resources in Our Environment

Water - Water conservation
Water - Water conservation in the community
Water - Water pollution prevention

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify additional ways to conserve water
- Create posters promoting water conservation
- Value water as an important resource

- Discuss more ways to conserve water at home and school
- Create posters showing ways to use water well
- Present their posters to the class
- Role play water conservation practices

Why should we conserve water?

Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 113
- Poster making materials
- Role play props
- Checklist materials
- Role play props
- Drawing materials
Oxford Our Lives Today Environmental Activities Grade 3 pg. 105-107
- Campaign materials
- Writing materials

- Observation - Poster assessment - Oral presentation