Primary 4 PHE First Term Lesson Note — Complete Scheme of Work & Week-by-Week Notes
Physical and Health Education | Primary 4 | First Term | All Topics Fully Covered
📋 Primary 4 PHE First Term Lesson Note — Scheme of Work
| Week | Topic | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moving Our Body Parts I — Part 1 | FREE |
| 2 | Moving Our Body Parts I — Part 2 | FREE |
| 3 | Moving Our Body Parts II — Part 1 | FREE |
| 4 | Moving Our Body Parts II — Part 2 | FREE |
| 5 | Mid-Term Examination 🔒 | PREMIUM |
| 6 | Mid-Term Break | — |
| 7 | Personal Health — Part 1 🔒 | PREMIUM |
| 8 | Personal Health — Part 2 (Clean Clothes) 🔒 | PREMIUM |
| 9 | Personal Health — Part 3 (Nutrition) 🔒 | PREMIUM |
| 10 | Personal Health — Part 4 (Rest, Exercise & Posture) 🔒 | PREMIUM |
| 11 | Revision 🔒 | PREMIUM |
| 12 | Final Examination 🔒 | PREMIUM |
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Week 1
Moving Our Body Parts I — Part 1
Subject: Physical and Health Education | Duration: 40 Minutes | This Primary 4 PHE First Term lesson note covers warm-up activities, head and neck movements, and coordination games. Related: Week 2 →
🎯 Learning Objectives — By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define warm-up activities in physical education.
- State the importance of stretching before physical activity.
- Demonstrate correct head and neck movements.
- Perform shoulder and arm swinging exercises properly.
- Participate in simple coordination games with classmates.
Instructional Materials
Open playground or school field; whistle for signaling movements; stop-watch to monitor exercise time; wall chart showing different body stretching positions; a music player for coordination games.
What Are Warm-Up Activities?
Warm-up activities are light, gentle exercises performed at the beginning of a physical activity session to prepare the body for harder work. They involve moving the joints and muscles slowly to increase blood flow and body temperature before more intense exercise begins.
Importance of Warm-Up Exercises
- They help to prevent muscle injuries and cramps during exercise.
- They make the heart ready for more intense physical work.
- They improve the flexibility of the body joints.
- They help the mind focus on the physical tasks ahead.
Head and Neck Movements
The neck connects the head to the trunk and is a sensitive part of the body. Stretching it gently helps relieve tension and prepares the muscles for activity:
| Movement | How to Perform It |
|---|---|
| Nodding | Moving the head up toward the sky and down toward the chest in a slow, steady rhythm. |
| Turning | Slowly rotating the head to look over the left shoulder, then over the right shoulder. |
Shoulder and Arm Exercises
- Shoulder Movements: Lifting the shoulders up toward the ears (shrugging) and dropping them down. This can also be done by rotating the shoulders in small circles forward and backward.
- Arm Swinging: Swinging the arms forward and backward, or in large circles. This loosens the shoulder joints and prepares the arms for activities like throwing or swimming.
Simple Coordination Games
Coordination is the ability to use different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently. Games like “Simon Says” or “Follow the Leader” are used to practice moving the head, shoulders, and arms in response to commands or rhythms. These games are fun and teach body awareness at the same time.
Lesson Presentation
- Step 1 – Introduction: The teacher introduces the lesson by explaining why we need to “wake up” our muscles before running or playing games.
- Step 2 – Explanation: The teacher defines warm-up exercises and explains the correct way to move the head and shoulders without causing pain.
- Step 3 – Pupil Participation: Pupils stand in a space-wide formation and follow the teacher’s demonstration of nodding, turning, and swinging their arms.
- Step 4 – Evaluation and Conclusion: The teacher observes pupils as they play a short coordination game and summarizes the benefits of the movements learned.
✅ Lesson Evaluation
- Light exercises done at the beginning of a sports session are called ________. (a) Sleeping (b) Warm-up (c) Cooling down (d) Running
- We move our head up and down in a movement called ________. (a) Turning (b) Swinging (c) Nodding (d) Jumping
- Stretching the body before a race helps to prevent ________. (a) Hunger (b) Injuries (c) Sleeping (d) Crying
- Lifting our shoulders up and down is a form of ________ exercise. (a) Leg (b) Shoulder (c) Toe (d) Eye
- Which part of the body connects the head to the trunk? (a) Arm (b) Leg (c) Neck (d) Waist
- Coordination games help us to move different body parts ________. (a) Roughly (b) Smoothly (c) Slowly (d) Never
📝 Theory & Assignment
Theory:
- Briefly explain why warm-up activities are important for a footballer.
- Mention two ways you can move your head and neck during physical exercise.
Assignment:
- Practice the arm swinging and shoulder lifting exercises at home for 5 minutes.
- List two coordination games you know that involve using your hands and legs together.
Week 2
Moving Our Body Parts I — Part 2
Duration: 40 Minutes | Week 2 of the Primary 4 PHE First Term lesson note — flexibility exercises, trunk movements, and lower body coordination. | Related: ← Week 1 | Week 3 →
🎯 Learning Objectives — By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Demonstrate the correct technique for arm circles and hand-clapping patterns.
- Perform body bending and stretching exercises safely.
- Show how to twist the waist to improve flexibility.
- Execute knee lifts and leg kicks with proper balance.
- Identify the benefits of lower body movements for physical fitness.
Instructional Materials
Open playground or cleared classroom space; rhythmic drum or music player; whistle for signaling movement changes; wall chart showing bending and twisting exercises; markers or cones to define exercise areas.
What Are Flexibility Exercises?
Flexibility exercises are movements that stretch our muscles and help our joints move more easily. Moving parts like the waist, knees, and legs helps the body become more agile and less stiff over time. They also strengthen the core muscles of the stomach and back and help us maintain good posture when sitting and standing.
Arm and Hand Coordination
- Arm Circles: Extending the arms sideways and moving them in small or large circular motions. This strengthens the shoulder muscles and improves joint mobility.
- Clapping Patterns: Clapping in different rhythms or positions, such as above the head, behind the back, or under a lifted leg. This builds body awareness and coordination.
Trunk and Waist Movements
- Bending and Stretching: Leaning forward to touch the toes (bending) and reaching high toward the sky (stretching). This keeps the spine flexible and the hamstrings loose.
- Twisting: Keeping the feet steady on the ground while rotating the upper body from left to right. The feet and hips stay still while only the torso moves.
Lower Body Movements
- Knee Lifts: Lifting the knees high toward the chest, one after the other, as if marching in place. This exercises the hip flexors and leg muscles.
- Leg Kicks: Swinging the legs forward and backward in a controlled way to stretch the hamstrings and hip muscles.
Lesson Presentation
- Step 1 – Introduction: The teacher reviews neck and shoulder movements from Week 1 and introduces the new movements for the trunk and legs.
- Step 2 – Explanation: The teacher explains how twisting and bending keep the back strong and demonstrates the safe way to perform leg kicks.
- Step 3 – Pupil Participation: Pupils stand in rows and perform arm circles, waist twists, and high knee lifts following the rhythm of the teacher’s drum or clap.
- Step 4 – Evaluation and Conclusion: The teacher leads a short game where pupils must perform a specific movement (like clapping under the leg) when a whistle blows.
✅ Lesson Evaluation
- Moving our arms in circular motions helps to strengthen the ________. (a) Teeth (b) Shoulders (c) Toes (d) Hair
- Reaching down to touch your toes is an example of ________. (a) Bending (b) Running (c) Sleeping (d) Singing
- Rotating the upper body from side to side while the feet stay still is called ________. (a) Jumping (b) Twisting (c) Hopping (d) Nodding
- Lifting the knees high toward the chest helps to exercise the ________. (a) Ears (b) Legs (c) Fingernails (d) Eyes
- Clapping hands in different patterns helps to improve ________. (a) Hearing (b) Coordination (c) Digestion (d) Sleeping
- Exercises that help our joints move easily are called ________ exercises. (a) Reading (b) Flexibility (c) Heavy (d) Noisy
📝 Theory & Assignment
Theory:
- List two benefits of stretching and bending your body regularly.
- Describe how to perform a proper waist twist safely.
Assignment:
- Practice ten high knee lifts and ten arm circles every morning before coming to school.
- List two sports or activities where bending and twisting are very important.
Week 3
Moving Our Body Parts II — Part 1
Duration: 40 Minutes | Week 3 of the Primary 4 PHE First Term lesson note — locomotor movements, hopping, jumping, skipping, and running games. | Related: ← Week 2 | Week 4 →
🎯 Learning Objectives — By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Demonstrate walking in different styles (fast, slow, and on tiptoes).
- Execute running and stopping instantly on a specific command.
- Perform hopping on one leg and jumping with both feet correctly.
- Show the rhythmic pattern required for skipping.
- Participate in group running games like “catch me if you can.”
Instructional Materials
Open playground or school field; whistle for start and stop commands; cones or markers for tracking distance; stop-watch to time running activities; pictures of athletes in different locomotor positions.
What Are Locomotor Movements?
Locomotor movements are physical actions that move the body from one place to another. They involve the large muscles in the legs and help develop overall body strength and stamina. They also strengthen leg and foot muscles, improve balance, and keep the heart and lungs healthy.
Various Ways of Moving
| Movement | Description | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Walking | Moving at a regular pace; walking on tiptoes is an advanced variation. | Strengthens calf muscles and improves balance. |
| Running | Moving at a fast pace; stopping suddenly on command builds agility. | Improves reaction time and body control. |
| Hopping | Taking off on one foot and landing on the same foot. | Builds strength in a single leg. |
| Jumping | Taking off and landing on both feet with slightly bent knees. | Protects joints; builds leg power. |
| Skipping | A rhythmic step-hop movement with arms swinging together. | Builds coordination between arms and legs. |
Hopping vs. Jumping — Key Difference
A hop uses one foot only — you take off and land on the same foot. A jump uses both feet — you take off and land on both feet together. When landing from a jump, always land with the knees slightly bent to protect the joints and reduce impact on the legs.
Lesson Presentation
- Step 1 – Introduction: The teacher reviews the stretching and twisting exercises from Week 2 and introduces the concept of moving across space.
- Step 2 – Explanation: The teacher explains the difference between a hop and a jump and demonstrates the “step-hop” rhythm used for skipping.
- Step 3 – Pupil Participation: Pupils practice walking on tiptoes to a marker and back, followed by running and stopping drills led by the whistle.
- Step 4 – Evaluation and Conclusion: The teacher organizes a skipping relay race and summarizes the importance of landing softly during jumps to prevent leg pain.
✅ Lesson Evaluation
- Movements that carry the body from one place to another are called ________. (a) Stationary (b) Locomotor (c) Sleeping (d) Thinking
- Taking off on one foot and landing on that same foot is called ________. (a) Jumping (b) Hopping (c) Running (d) Walking
- Walking on ________ helps to improve our balance and strengthen our calves. (a) Heels (b) Tiptoes (c) Hands (d) Elbows
- When we jump, we should land with our knees ________ to stay safe. (a) Straight (b) Slightly bent (c) Stiff (d) Crossed
- A movement that combines a step and a hop is known as ________. (a) Crawling (b) Skipping (c) Sitting (d) Nodding
- The ability to stop instantly while running improves our ________. (a) Hunger (b) Reaction time (c) Height (d) Sight
📝 Theory & Assignment
Theory:
- Explain the main difference between hopping and jumping.
- List three benefits of performing locomotor movements like running and skipping.
Assignment:
- Practice hopping on your left leg 5 times and your right leg 5 times at home.
- List two games you play with your friends that involve running and jumping.
Week 4
Moving Our Body Parts II — Part 2
Duration: 40 Minutes | Week 4 of the Primary 4 PHE First Term lesson note — balance, coordination, stretching, and rhythmic dance movements. | Related: ← Week 3 | Week 5 – Mid-Term Exam (Premium) →
🎯 Learning Objectives — By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to balance on one foot for at least 10 seconds.
- Walk steadily along a straight line without falling off.
- Perform deep stretches to touch their toes with straight legs.
- Execute body twists and overhead arm stretches correctly.
- Combine simple dance movements with music in a coordinated way.
Other Subjects:
Primary 4 CRS First Term Lesson Note
Basic Science Primary 4 First Term
Instructional Materials
A flat, non-slip surface or gym mat; a long rope or tape to create a straight line on the floor; music player for rhythmic dance movements; whistle for controlling movement changes; wall chart showing balancing and stretching poses.
Balance and Coordination
Balance is the ability to stay upright and in control of body movement. Coordination is the ability to move different body parts together smoothly. Both skills are essential for sports, dancing, and preventing falls in daily life. There are two types of balance exercises:
| Type | Example | What It Trains |
|---|---|---|
| Static (Still) | Balancing on one foot | Focus and strength in the standing leg |
| Dynamic (Moving) | Walking along a straight line | Staying centred and upright while in motion |
Stretching and Twisting Exercises
- Toe Touches: Bending at the waist with straight legs to touch the toes. This stretches the hamstrings and lower back without bouncing.
- Overhead Stretches: Reaching the arms high above the head as if trying to touch the ceiling. This stretches the sides and shoulders effectively.
- Body Twists: Rotating the torso left and right while keeping the hips and feet steady. This keeps the spine flexible and the core muscles active.
Dance and Rhythmic Movements
Dancing involves moving the body in time with music. It combines all the movements learned in Weeks 1 to 4 — such as bending, twisting, and stepping — into a flowing sequence. This improves both physical fitness and mental rhythm, making it a perfect summary activity for this block of lessons.
Lesson Presentation
- Step 1 – Introduction: The teacher introduces the lesson by asking pupils to try standing on one leg and explains that today is about balance and grace.
- Step 2 – Explanation: The teacher demonstrates the proper way to touch toes without bouncing and how to use the arms to maintain balance on a line.
- Step 3 – Pupil Participation: Pupils practice balancing on their left and right feet, walking along a line on the floor, and stretching to music.
- Step 4 – Evaluation and Conclusion: The teacher observes a short group dance activity and summarizes how balance helps us in everyday activities like climbing stairs.
✅ Lesson Evaluation
- The ability to stay upright and in control of your body is called ________. (a) Sleeping (b) Balance (c) Shouting (d) Running
- When walking on a straight line, it is helpful to use your ________ for balance. (a) Ears (b) Arms (c) Toes (d) Teeth
- Reaching high above your head stretches your ________. (a) Toes (b) Shoulders and sides (c) Ankles (d) Chin
- Bending to touch your toes helps to stretch your ________. (a) Nose (b) Back and hamstrings (c) Fingernails (d) Hair
- Moving your body in time with music is called ________. (a) Sitting (b) Dancing (c) Reading (d) Frowning
- To balance on one foot, you should focus your ________ on a still point. (a) Eyes (b) Hands (c) Knees (d) Elbows
📝 Theory & Assignment
Theory:
- Name two activities or sports where balance is very important.
- Describe how to perform a standing toe-touch stretch correctly.
Assignment:
- Practice walking in a straight line for 2 minutes and balancing on one foot at home.
- Draw a picture of yourself performing a dance movement or a stretch.
Week 5
Mid-Term Examination 🔒
Section A has 20 objective questions covering all Week 1 to 4 topics. Section B has 2 theory questions covering definitions, benefits, and practical descriptions of the movements studied.
Topics examined: Warm-up activities · Head and neck movements · Flexibility exercises · Locomotor movements · Balance and coordination
Week 7
Personal Health — Part 1 🔒
Sub-topic: Definition of Personal Health · Daily Hygiene Habits · Handwashing Technique · Oral Hygiene · Hair and Nail Care
This week introduces personal health and hygiene. Pupils learn the correct handwashing technique step by step, when to wash hands, how to brush teeth properly, and how to keep nails and hair clean and neat. The objectives include:
- Define personal health and explain its importance
- Demonstrate the correct way to wash hands with soap and water
- Identify the correct times to wash hands (4 key moments)
- List the tools needed for maintaining teeth and fingernails
Week 8
Personal Health — Part 2: Clean Clothes and School Uniforms 🔒
Sub-topic: Importance of Clean Clothes · Washing and Drying · Socks and Underwear · Keeping Uniforms and Shoes Neat
This week covers clothing hygiene — why we must wear clean clothes, how to wash and dry them, and the specific care needed for socks, underwear, uniforms, and shoes. Pupils also learn the health risks of wearing dirty or damp clothing. The objectives include:
- Explain why it is important to wear clean clothes every day
- Identify the need for changing socks and underwear daily
- Describe the process of washing dirty clothes
- State the health risks of wearing dirty or damp clothing
Week 9
Personal Health — Part 3: Nutrition and Healthy Eating 🔒
Sub-topic: Definition of Nutrition · Classes of Food · Importance of Water · Dangers of Too Much Sugar
This week covers the three classes of food — energy-giving foods, body-building foods, and protective foods — with examples from the Nigerian diet. Pupils also learn about drinking clean water and the dangers of eating too much sugar. The objectives include:
- Define nutrition and healthy eating
- Identify foods that help the body grow and stay strong
- List fruits and vegetables that protect the body from sickness
- Explain the importance of drinking at least 6–8 glasses of water daily
Week 10
Personal Health — Part 4: Rest, Exercise, and Posture 🔒
Sub-topic: Importance of Sleep · Benefits of Exercise · Good Posture (Sitting, Standing, Walking) · Reporting Illness
This week covers the final pillar of personal health — rest, exercise, and posture. Pupils learn that Primary 4 children need 9 to 11 hours of sleep, how daily exercise strengthens the heart and lungs, and the correct way to sit, stand, and walk. The objectives include:
- Explain the importance of sleep and rest to the human body
- Demonstrate correct sitting, standing, and walking postures
- Identify the dangers of poor posture
- Explain why we should report illnesses to adults promptly
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