The table below outlines KofaStudy’s JSS1 Basic Science Third Term Scheme of Work.
It is aligned with the NERDC curriculum and covers the major topics taught in schools across Nigeria
| Lesson | Topics Covered |
| 1. Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy | * Meaning of Energy * Renewable Energy * Non-Renewable Energy * Sources of Energy * Conservation of Energy |
| 2. Forces I | * Meaning of Force * Types of Forces * Contact Forces * Non-Contact Forces * Effects of Forces |
| 3. Forces II | * Magnetic Force * Gravitational Force * Balanced Forces * Unbalanced Forces * Applications of Forces |
| 4. Frictional Force | * Meaning of Friction * Causes of Friction * Advantages of Friction * Disadvantages of Friction * Reducing Friction |
| 5. Gravitation and Weightlessness | * Meaning of Gravitation * Gravitational Pull * Effects of Gravitation on Objects * Meaning of Weightlessness * Effects of Weightlessness |
| 6. Space Flight | * Meaning of Space Flight * Purpose of Space Flight * Benefits of Space Travel * Dangers of Space Travel * Astronauts and Spacecraft |
| 7. Satellites | * Meaning of Satellites * Natural Satellites * Artificial Satellites * Uses of Satellites * Satellites and Communication |
| 8. Earth in Space | * Components of the Solar System * Rotation of the Earth * Revolution of the Earth * Eclipse * Seasons |
| 9. Human Reproduction I | * Meaning of Menstruation * Menstrual Hygiene * Ovulation * Signs of Ovulation * Fertilization and Conception |
| 10. Human Reproduction II | * Pregnancy * Symptoms of Pregnancy * Growth of the Foetus * Consequences of Teenage Pregnancy * Myths and Facts About Teenage Pregnancy |
Lesson 1 — Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- define energy
- differentiate between renewable and non-renewable energy
- identify common sources of energy
- state examples of renewable energy sources
- explain the importance of conserving energy
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- explain the meaning of energy using everyday examples
- use charts to distinguish renewable and non-renewable energy sources
- guide students to identify energy sources in their environment
- discuss the need for energy conservation
Student Activities:
Students should:
- identify sources of energy around them
- group energy sources into renewable and non-renewable categories
- participate in classroom discussions
- suggest ways to conserve energy
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- flash cards showing energy sources
- charts on renewable and non-renewable energy
- pictures of solar panels, dams and generators
- classroom visual aids
- basic science textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define energy correctly
- differentiate renewable and non-renewable energy
- identify sources of energy
- state the importance of energy conservation
Lesson 2 — Forces I:
Performance Objectives:
- define force
- identify different types of force
- differentiate between contact and non-contact forces
- state the effects of force on objects
- give examples of forces in daily life
Teacher Activities:
- explain the meaning of force
- demonstrate pushing and pulling activities
- introduce contact and non-contact forces using examples
- guide students through classroom demonstrations
Student Activities:
- perform simple push and pull activities
- identify examples of forces around them
- observe demonstrations
- record observations
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- flash cards showing types of forces
- toy cars and balls
- charts illustrating forces
- classroom visual aids
- basic science textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define force
- differentiate contact and non-contact forces
- state effects of force
- give practical examples of force
Lesson 3 — Forces II:
Performance Objectives:
- explain magnetic force
- explain gravitational force
- differentiate balanced and unbalanced forces
- identify applications of forces
- describe how forces affect motion
Teacher Activities:
- demonstrate magnetic attraction using magnets
- explain gravitational force using falling objects
- illustrate balanced and unbalanced forces
- discuss practical applications of forces
Student Activities:
- observe magnet demonstrations
- participate in simple force experiments
- identify examples of gravitational force
- compare balanced and unbalanced forces
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- bar magnets
- iron filings or pins
- charts showing gravitational force
- flash cards
- basic science textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- explain magnetic force
- explain gravitational force
- differentiate balanced and unbalanced forces
- state applications of forces
Lesson 4 — Frictional Force:
Performance Objectives:
- define friction
- identify causes of friction
- state advantages of friction
- state disadvantages of friction
- explain ways of reducing friction
Teacher Activities:
- explain friction using practical examples
- demonstrate friction on rough and smooth surfaces
- discuss advantages and disadvantages of friction
- explain methods of reducing friction
Student Activities:
- compare rough and smooth surfaces
- observe demonstrations
- identify situations where friction is useful
- discuss situations where friction is harmful
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- sandpaper
- smooth boards
- toy vehicles
- flash cards
- basic science textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define friction
- state advantages and disadvantages of friction
- identify causes of friction
- explain how friction can be reduced
Lesson 5 — Gravitation and Weightlessness:
Performance Objectives:
- define gravitation
- explain gravitational pull
- state effects of gravitation on objects
- define weightlessness
- describe situations where weightlessness occurs
Teacher Activities:
- demonstrate gravitational pull using simple objects
- explain the concept of weightlessness
- show pictures or videos of astronauts in space
- guide students through practical discussions
Student Activities:
- observe demonstrations
- identify examples of gravitational effects
- participate in discussions
- record observations from lessons
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- flash cards
- charts showing gravitation
- pictures of astronauts in space
- videos showing weightlessness
- basic science textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define gravitation
- state effects of gravitational pull
- define weightlessness
- describe situations where weightlessness occurs
Lesson 6 — Space Flight:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- define space flight
- state the purposes of space flight
- identify spacecraft used for space travel
- state the benefits of space travel
- explain the dangers associated with space travel
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- explain the meaning and purpose of space flight
- show pictures of rockets, spacecraft and astronauts
- discuss the benefits of space exploration
- explain some dangers encountered during space travel
Student Activities:
Students should:
- observe pictures and videos of space missions
- identify examples of spacecraft
- discuss benefits of space travel
- participate in classroom discussions
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- flash cards showing spacecraft and astronauts
- charts of space missions
- videos of rocket launches
- pictures of spacecraft
- basic science textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define space flight correctly
- state purposes of space flight
- identify spacecraft used in space travel
- state benefits and dangers of space travel
Lesson 7 — Satellites:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- define satellites
- differentiate between natural and artificial satellites
- identify examples of satellites
- state the uses of satellites
- explain the importance of satellites in communication and navigation
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- explain the meaning of satellites
- differentiate natural and artificial satellites using illustrations
- show pictures of satellites and their applications
- discuss uses of satellites in everyday life
Student Activities:
Students should:
- identify examples of satellites
- observe satellite images and diagrams
- participate in classroom discussions
- list uses of satellites
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- flash cards showing satellites
- charts of natural and artificial satellites
- pictures of communication satellites
- videos showing satellite launches
- basic science textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define satellites correctly
- differentiate natural and artificial satellites
- state uses of satellites
- explain the importance of satellites
Lesson 8 — Earth in Space:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- identify the components of the solar system
- explain the rotation of the Earth
- explain the revolution of the Earth
- describe eclipses and seasons
- state the effects of rotation and revolution
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- introduce the solar system using charts and models
- demonstrate Earth’s rotation and revolution
- explain eclipses and seasons
- guide students through discussions and observations
Student Activities:
Students should:
- identify planets in the solar system
- observe demonstrations of rotation and revolution
- participate in discussions
- draw simple diagrams of the solar system
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- solar system charts
- globe and torchlight
- planet flash cards
- solar system models
- basic science textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- identify components of the solar system
- explain rotation and revolution
- describe eclipses and seasons
- state effects of Earth’s movement
Lesson 9 — Human Reproduction I:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- define menstruation
- explain the importance of menstrual hygiene
- define ovulation
- identify signs of ovulation
- explain fertilization and conception
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- explain menstruation and menstrual hygiene appropriately
- discuss cleanliness during menstruation
- explain ovulation and signs of ovulation
- introduce fertilization and conception using diagrams
Student Activities:
Students should:
- participate respectfully in discussions
- identify healthy hygiene practices
- observe diagrams and illustrations
- ask questions where clarification is needed
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- reproductive system charts
- flash cards showing reproductive processes
- educational posters
- multimedia presentations
- basic science textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- define menstruation and ovulation correctly
- state good menstrual hygiene practices
- identify signs of ovulation
- explain fertilization and conception
Lesson 10 — Human Reproduction II:
Performance Objectives:
Students should be able to:
- explain pregnancy
- identify symptoms of pregnancy
- describe the growth of the foetus
- state consequences of teenage pregnancy
- differentiate myths from facts about teenage pregnancy
Teacher Activities:
Teachers should:
- explain pregnancy and foetal development
- discuss symptoms of pregnancy and where help can be obtained
- guide students through the consequences of teenage pregnancy
- correct common myths about teenage pregnancy
Student Activities:
Students should:
- observe charts showing foetal development
- participate in guided discussions
- identify consequences of teenage pregnancy
- distinguish myths from facts
Teaching & Learning Resources:
- foetal development charts
- flash cards
- educational posters
- multimedia presentations
- basic science textbooks
Evaluation Guide:
- explain pregnancy correctly
- identify symptoms of pregnancy
- describe stages of foetal development
- state consequences of teenage pregnancy
- differentiate myths from facts about teenage pregnancy
