Crop Production · JHS3 Science

Lesson notes

Indicator: B9.2.3.2.1 - Observe and record the uses of different crops at different maturity stages.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Observe and identify at least three different crops at different maturity stages in the school garden or nearby farm.
Record the physical features (colour, size, texture, firmness) that indicate the maturity stage of each crop observed.
Discuss and write the uses of each crop at each maturity stage (immature, mature, and over-mature).
Categorise at least five common crops by their maturity stage and their specific uses at that stage.
Explain, using evidence from observations, why some crops are harvested at one stage rather than another.

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Strand: Cycles (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Crop Production (2.3)
Content standard: B9.2.3.2 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of uses of different crops at different maturity stages
Indicator: B9.2.3.2.1 - Observe and record the uses of different crops at different maturity stages.
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 8 (Week 8 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Science, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 96
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

1. Discuss and write the uses of each maturity stage of each crop identified.
2. Categorise crops by their different maturity stages and uses.