Primary 2 – Week 2 Lesson Note: Exploring Professions & Vocations
Theme: Vocational Aptitude | Subject: Basic Science & Technology
Term: First Term | Class: Primary 2 | Week: 2
Duration: 40 minutes
Focus Keyword: Professions and Vocations for Kids
Table of Contents
Toggle1. Topic:
Vocations & Professions – Who Does What?
2. Performance Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, pupils should be able to:
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Explain what a profession or vocation is using examples.
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Identify different types of vocational jobs.
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Name common professionals and describe what they do.
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Relate some professions to real people around them (parents, teachers, artisans).
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Appreciate the dignity of labour and respect for all types of work.
3. Entry Behaviour:
Ask:
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“What does your mummy or daddy do for work?”
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“Have you ever seen someone fix a car or sew clothes before?”
4. Set Induction (Storytelling):
“Last week, Musa visited his grandma’s village. While there, he met Uncle Tunde who makes beautiful pots from clay. He also saw Aunty Bose threading beads to make shiny necklaces. Musa asked, ‘Grandma, are they playing?’ Grandma smiled and said, ‘No, my child. They are using their skills to work and earn money. These are their vocations!’”
This sparked Musa’s curiosity — and today, just like Musa, we too will explore many exciting professions!
5. Lesson Development (In Segments)
A. What Are Vocations and Professions?
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Vocation is a type of work or job people do using their skills or hands.
E.g., Beading, Pottery, Painting, Tailoring. -
Profession is work that requires training and education.
E.g., Teacher, Lawyer, Doctor, Pilot.
Real-Life Tip: Tell pupils, “Your school aunty (cleaner) has a vocation. Your class teacher has a profession. Both are important!”
B. Types of Vocational Jobs (With Examples)
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Art & Crafts | Potters, Beaders, Weavers, Craftsmen/women |
| Technical Works | Electricians, Bricklayers, Architects |
| Automotive | Mechanics, Panel beaters, Vulcanizers, Spray painters |
| Aviation | Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, Flight Dispatchers |
Interactive Tip: Use pictures or draw simple icons on the board. Let pupils guess what each person does.
C. Professionals and Who They Are
| Professional | Who They Are |
|---|---|
| Teacher | Teaches others, helps students learn new things |
| Pilot | Flies an aircraft, like a driver for airplanes |
| Engineer | Designs and builds machines, buildings, or roads |
| Lawyer | Understands the law, gives advice and defends people in court |
| Doctor | Helps sick people get well |
| Farmer | Grows food and takes care of animals |
| Tailor | Makes clothes with fabric and thread |
6. Classroom Activity Ideas:
A. “Who Am I?” Game
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Teacher describes a job. Pupils guess who it is.
E.g., “I fly people across countries in a big machine. Who am I?” (Pilot)
B. Drawing Time
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Pupils draw one professional they admire. Let them label it: “This is a doctor. She helps sick people.”
C. Matching Game (On Board):
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Match Job Titles to Descriptions
(e.g., Lawyer → Works in court; Tailor → Sews clothes)
7. Summary & Takeaway Points:
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Professions and vocations are types of work.
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Some people work with hands (vocation), others use education and skills (profession).
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All jobs are important.
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We must respect everyone’s work.
8. Assessment Questions (Classwork or Homework):
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What is a profession?
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What is a vocation?
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Give two examples of vocational jobs.
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Who is a person that teaches students?
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Mention two tools a tailor uses.
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Draw and label one professional you like.
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Who helps sick people?
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Is a bricklayer a professional or a vocational worker?
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Name two people who work in aviation.
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Which job would you like to do when you grow up?
9. Real-Life Connection
Invite a local artisan or professional to speak to the class (even if through a video or voice note). Let them explain their daily work and show their tools.
10. Moral Lesson:
“No job is too small. Every hand that works is blessed.”
10 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions (with options)
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A __________ is someone who flies an aircraft.
a) Pilot
b) Lawyer
c) Engineer
d) Farmer -
A person who sews clothes is a __________.
a) Teacher
b) Tailor
c) Mechanic
d) Lawyer -
__________ is the person who helps sick people get well.
a) Teacher
b) Doctor
c) Engineer
d) Farmer -
A __________ builds houses and roads.
a) Farmer
b) Lawyer
c) Engineer
d) Pilot -
A person who fixes cars is a __________.
a) Farmer
b) Lawyer
c) Mechanic
d) Teacher -
__________ makes clay pots and bowls.
a) Tailor
b) Farmer
c) Potter
d) Doctor -
The person who works in a courtroom and gives legal advice is a __________.
a) Lawyer
b) Teacher
c) Pilot
d) Engineer -
A __________ helps people in the air by managing flights.
a) Flight Engineer
b) Doctor
c) Farmer
d) Tailor -
__________ is someone who makes clothes for people.
a) Lawyer
b) Tailor
c) Farmer
d) Teacher -
A __________ helps people learn new things in school.
a) Teacher
b) Pilot
c) Doctor
d) Farmer
10 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
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Q: What is the difference between a profession and a vocation?
A: A profession requires special education and training, while a vocation is a job where skills are used, often with hands. -
Q: Can someone do both a vocation and a profession?
A: Yes! Many people can do both. For example, a teacher can also be a farmer or an artist. -
Q: Why is it important to learn about different jobs?
A: It helps us appreciate the work others do and may help us choose what we want to do when we grow up. -
Q: Is a mechanic a professional job?
A: Yes! Mechanics are highly skilled professionals who repair vehicles, and they need special training. -
Q: Can girls be pilots?
A: Absolutely! Girls can be anything they want, including pilots, doctors, or lawyers. -
Q: What do we need to become an engineer?
A: You need to study hard in school and learn about science, math, and technology. -
Q: What tools do a tailor and a mechanic use?
A: A tailor uses needles, thread, and scissors, while a mechanic uses wrenches, spanners, and tools for cars. -
Q: What does an architect do?
A: An architect designs buildings and ensures they are safe to live in or work in. -
Q: How do I choose what I want to do when I grow up?
A: Try different activities, talk to professionals, and find out what you enjoy most. -
Q: Can I learn more about any of these jobs?
A: Yes! You can talk to adults who do these jobs or read about them in books or online.
10 Evaluation Questions (For Reflection or Classwork)
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What is a vocation?
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Name one professional job and explain what it involves.
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Can a person have more than one vocation? Explain.
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Who can become a doctor, and what do they do?
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What tools do a farmer and a pilot use?
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Explain the work of a lawyer.
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Who is a mechanic, and why is their job important?
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What is the difference between an engineer and a teacher?
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What do you think would be the hardest part of becoming a pilot?
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Which job would you like to do when you grow up, and why?
Understanding Vocational Education and Its Examples For Primary 2
