Topic: Kitchen Utensils – Names, Images, and Uses
Subject: Vocational Aptitude
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 10
1. Introduction: A Morning in Mama Ife’s Kitchen
The bell rang softly as the morning sun streamed through the classroom window. I looked at my pupils, their eyes still sleepy but curious. I leaned forward with a grin, like I was about to tell them a secret.
“Children,” I began, “if you woke up in the morning and found out your mommy was not at home, and Daddy said, ‘Go to the kitchen and make tea,’ what would you do?”
Juwon, ever the class clown, threw his hands up. “I will run to neighbour’s house!”
The class burst into laughter.
“Why, Juwon?” I asked.
“Because I don’t know the names of the things in the kitchen!” he wailed.
Exactly. That was the moment I knew today’s topic would reveal systems, awaken awareness, and maybe even ignite a new chef or two. So I said:
“Today, we’re going into the heart of the house—the kitchen. We’re going to learn the tools that make cooking possible. Let’s gear up, kitchen warriors!”
2. Behavioral Objectives
By the end of this lesson, pupils should be able to:
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Identify common kitchen utensils.
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State the uses of at least 10 kitchen utensils.
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Recognize pictures or images of basic utensils.
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Explain why each utensil is important in the kitchen.
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Participate in class activities involving kitchen play or dramatization.
3. Key Vocabulary
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Utensils – Tools used in the kitchen.
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Cooking pot – A big container used for cooking food.
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Cutleries – Spoons, forks, and knives used to eat food.
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Knife – A sharp tool used to cut.
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Can opener – A tool for opening sealed cans.
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Frying pan – A wide pan used for frying.
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Measuring cup – Used to measure liquids or ingredients.
4. Set Induction
I picked up a long spoon from my props box and asked, “What is this?”
Chika shouted, “Big spoon for fighting!”
The class roared.
“No, my dear,” I said with a grin, “this is a serving spoon. And if you use it to fight, your mommy will use another utensil—the cane!”
5. Entry Behavior
Many children had seen these utensils at home but didn’t know their names or what they were used for. I asked:
“How many of you have helped your mummy in the kitchen before?”
Hands flew up.
“What did you use?”
“Plate!”
“Pot!”
“Small spoon!”
“Big turning thing!”
We laughed, but that “big turning thing” was actually the cooking spoon—and it was time they learned it properly.
6. Instructional Materials
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Real kitchen utensils (or plastic replicas)
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Flashcards with utensil names
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Printed pictures of each utensil
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Whiteboard and marker
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A short skit or drama props
7. Core Skills Embedded
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Observation – Looking closely at objects and their parts.
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Language – Pronouncing names, forming sentences.
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Critical Thinking – Matching utensil to function.
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Collaboration – Pairing up to play “kitchen drama.”
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Responsibility – Learning to care for tools.
8. Main Content: Kitchen Utensils Table
| S/N | Utensil | Image | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cooking pot |  |
Used for boiling and cooking food. |
| 2 | Plate or Dish |  |
Used for serving or eating food. |
| 3 | Cutleries |  |
Fork, spoon, knife – used for eating. |
| 4 | Knife |  |
Used for cutting vegetables or meat. |
| 5 | Frying |  |
Used for frying eggs, plantain, etc. |
| 6 | Can opener |  |
Used for opening canned food. |
| 7 | Measuring cup |  |
For measuring water or ingredients. |
| 8 | Serving spoon |  |
For dishing food onto plates. |
| 9 | Tray |  |
For carrying food or drinks. |
| 10 | Kettle |  |
For boiling water. |
9. Classroom Storytelling: Auntie Bisi’s Kitchen
Let me tell you about Auntie Bisi. She owns a small buka near our school.
Every morning, she brings out her shiny pot, fills it with water, and sets it on her charcoal stove. She sings while she cuts tomatoes with her knife.
Then she throws sliced onions into the frying pan, and the whole place smells like stew paradise.
But guess what?
One day, she couldn’t find her can opener. She tried to open a tin of tomatoes with a knife—ouch! She cut her hand.
Since that day, Auntie Bisi tells every child, “Know your tools and use them right!”
And that’s the lesson, children: knowing the names is not just about school—it’s about safety, independence, and one day, feeding your own family.
10. Classroom FAQs
Q1: Why do we need kitchen utensils?
A: To cook, serve, eat, and stay safe.
Q2: Can I use a knife to open a can?
A: No! It is dangerous. Use a can opener.
Q3: What’s the difference between a pot and a pan?
A: A pot is deeper; a pan is shallow and used for frying.
Q4: Who uses a measuring cup?
A: Mummies, daddies, chefs – to get the right amount.
Q5: Can children use knives?
A: Only with adult help.
Q6: Is it okay to eat with our hands?
A: Yes, sometimes—but clean hands are a must!
Q7: What should we do after using a utensil?
A: Wash it and keep it properly.
Q8: Can we use plates to cook?
A: No! Plates are for eating, not cooking.
Q9: What happens if you use the wrong utensil?
A: Food might spoil or you could get hurt.
Q10: Why should we know their names?
A: So we can help at home and be safe in the kitchen.
11. 10 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options
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A ______ is used to cook food.
a) Spoon
b) Plate
c) Pot
d) Tray
Ans: c -
We use a ______ to eat.
a) Knife
b) Cutleries
c) Frying pan
d) Cup
Ans: b -
A ______ is used to cut vegetables.
a) Fork
b) Spoon
c) Knife
d) Tray
Ans: c -
A ______ helps us open tins.
a) Plate
b) Knife
c) Can opener
d) Frying pan
Ans: c -
We serve food on a ______.
a) Dish
b) Knife
c) Stove
d) Measuring cup
Ans: a -
A ______ is used to fry plantain.
a) Plate
b) Frying pan
c) Cup
d) Pot
Ans: b -
A ______ is used to measure water.
a) Spoon
b) Can
c) Measuring cup
d) Knife
Ans: c -
We should wash kitchen utensils after ______.
a) Buying them
b) Using them
c) Playing
d) Sleeping
Ans: b -
A ______ helps carry food and drinks.
a) Tray
b) Cupboard
c) Bag
d) Shoe
Ans: a -
We should never play with ______ in the kitchen.
a) Plates
b) Cooking pots
c) Knives
d) Water
Ans: c
12. 10 Evaluation Theory Questions
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What is a kitchen utensil?
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List 5 kitchen utensils and their uses.
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Draw and label a frying pan.
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Why should children not use sharp knives alone?
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What do we use to open a can?
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Describe what a cooking pot looks like.
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Explain the use of a tray.
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What is the danger of using a knife as a can opener?
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Who should wash kitchen utensils?
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How can we take care of kitchen utensils?
13. Assessment (Activities)
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Identify utensils from a chart.
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Pair up and dramatize “Mama sends me to the kitchen.”
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Matching names to pictures.
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Class debate: “Pot vs. Frying Pan: Who is the boss?”
14. Conclusion
I gathered my little chefs and said, “The kitchen is a place of joy, not danger. Knowing your tools is the first step to greatness. One day, you’ll cook for your own home—start learning now.”
They stood up, fists in the air:
“We are kitchen warriors!”
And truly, they were.
