Primary 1 Agricultural Science Scheme of Work (NERDC)
Scheme of Work for Agricultural Science – Primary 1 - NERDC Curriculum
The Primary 1 Agricultural Science Scheme of Work is designed according to the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) curriculum. It introduces pupils to the basics of agriculture, helping them understand plants, animals, food, and the environment.
At this foundational level, pupils learn through observation, practical activities, and simple explanations, developing interest in agriculture and awareness of its importance in daily life.
This guide provides a complete weekly breakdown for all three terms, with clear learning objectives for teachers and parents.
Primary 1 Agricultural Science Scheme of Work – First Term
| Week | Topics | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to Agriculture | Pupils should be able to explain agriculture in simple terms, identify farming activities, and describe why agriculture is important. |
| Week 2 | Importance of Agriculture | Pupils should be able to list benefits of agriculture (food, income), explain its importance to humans, and identify agricultural products. |
| Week 3 | Farm Tools | Pupils should be able to identify simple farm tools (cutlass, hoe, rake), describe their uses, and demonstrate how they are handled safely. |
| Week 4 | Uses of Farm Tools | Pupils should be able to explain the uses of farm tools and match tools with their functions. |
| Week 5 | Safety with Farm Tools | Pupils should be able to explain safety rules, identify dangers of misuse, and demonstrate safe handling of tools. |
| Week 6 | Plants Around Us | Pupils should be able to identify plants in their environment and describe their basic features. |
| Week 7 | Mid-Term Break | — |
| Week 8 | Types of Plants | Pupils should be able to identify types of plants (trees, shrubs, grasses) and give examples. |
| Week 9 | Uses of Plants | Pupils should be able to explain how plants are useful (food, medicine, shelter). |
| Week 10 | Animals Around Us | Pupils should be able to identify common animals and describe their uses. |
| Week 11 | Revision | Pupils should be able to review all topics and answer questions correctly. |
| Week 12 | Examination | Pupils should demonstrate understanding through assessments. |
Primary 1 Agricultural Science Scheme of Work – Second Term
| Week | Topics | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Revision | Pupils should be able to recall first-term topics and explain key concepts. |
| Week 2 | Parts of Plants | Pupils should be able to identify parts of plants (root, stem, leaves) and describe their functions. |
| Week 3 | Functions of Plant Parts | Pupils should be able to explain the functions of roots, stems, and leaves in simple terms. |
| Week 4 | Planting Crops | Pupils should be able to explain simple planting methods and demonstrate planting activities. |
| Week 5 | Caring for Plants | Pupils should be able to describe how to care for plants (watering, weeding). |
| Week 6 | Farm Animals | Pupils should be able to identify farm animals (goat, chicken, cow) and describe their uses. |
| Week 7 | Mid-Term Break | — |
| Week 8 | Caring for Animals | Pupils should be able to explain how to care for animals (feeding, shelter). |
| Week 9 | Animal Products | Pupils should be able to identify products from animals (milk, eggs, meat). |
| Week 10 | Food from Plants and Animals | Pupils should be able to identify foods obtained from plants and animals. |
| Week 11 | Revision | Pupils should review all topics and participate in discussions. |
| Week 12 | Examination | Pupils should demonstrate knowledge through tests. |
Primary 1 Agricultural Science Scheme of Work – Third Term
| Week | Topics | Learning Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Revision | Pupils should be able to recall second-term topics and explain them clearly. |
| Week 2 | Soil | Pupils should be able to define soil, identify types of soil, and describe their uses. |
| Week 3 | Uses of Soil | Pupils should be able to explain how soil is used in farming and building. |
| Week 4 | Water in Agriculture | Pupils should be able to explain the importance of water to plants and animals. |
| Week 5 | Weather | Pupils should be able to identify types of weather (sunny, rainy) and explain their effects on farming. |
| Week 6 | Environmental Care | Pupils should be able to explain how to care for the environment and avoid pollution. |
| Week 7 | Mid-Term Break | — |
| Week 8 | Simple Farming Activities | Pupils should be able to demonstrate simple farming activities like planting and watering. |
| Week 9 | Harvesting Crops | Pupils should be able to explain harvesting and identify crops that are harvested. |
| Week 10 | Storage of Farm Produce | Pupils should be able to explain simple ways of storing farm produce. |
| Week 11 | Revision | Pupils should review all topics and participate actively. |
| Week 12 | Examination | Pupils should demonstrate full understanding through assessments. |