Primary 5 Agricultural Science Scheme of Work
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 Introduction to Primary 5 Agricultural Science – Lagos State Scheme of Work (Full Academic Year)

In the heart of Lagos — amidst the honk of danfos, the buzz of markets, and the rhythm of rising schools — a quiet revolution is growing. It’s not just in the classrooms but in the gardens behind them. It is in the hands of every child who plants a seed, watches it sprout, and understands that agriculture is not just what we do — it is how we survive, thrive, and build a future.

Welcome to Primary 5 Agricultural Science, based on the Lagos State Ministry of Education’s approved Scheme of Work for the academic year. This subject is not designed for rote learning or textbook memorization — it is rooted in practice, observation, and transformation.

Throughout First, Second, and Third Term, our learners will be immersed in real-world agricultural experiences. Guided by clear weekly objectives and rich local examples, they will explore:

✔ Crop production and the stages of planting — from nursery to harvest
✔ Post-planting care and how to protect crops from weeds, pests, and diseases
✔ The art of preserving, storing, and processing harvested crops
✔ Identifying common Nigerian weeds and understanding their effect on farming
✔ Raising simple farm animals — poultry, goats, snails, rabbits — and their care
✔ Turning school farm produce into small-scale income-generating activities

Whether it’s Mama Nkechi’s vegetable patch in Mushin or a rabbit hutch behind a public school in Badagry, every topic taught reflects the real-life agriculture found in our diverse Lagos communities. The lessons are paired with practical, hands-on experiences — school farm visits, planting demonstrations, compost making, and simple livestock care — so our children don’t just know agriculture, they live it.

At the end of this academic session, your pupils should be able to:

  • Cultivate and harvest crops with minimal supervision

  • Rear common farm animals and understand their feeding and shelter needs

  • Recognize and treat common crop diseases and farm pests

  • Understand how agriculture can be a sustainable source of income for families and schools

  • Embrace agriculture with pride — not as a last resort, but as a first step toward self-reliance

This scheme is mapped to the Lagos State Unified Curriculum, yet humanized with local examples, stories, and classroom-tested strategies. It is also SEO-optimized and AdSense-ready for educators, bloggers, curriculum developers, and digital publishers who want to deliver impact in both physical and online classrooms.

Let us equip our children — not only to pass exams but to plant purpose.

This is where Lagos grows its future farmers, food champions, and innovators.

Primary 5 Agricultural Science Scheme of Work
First Term – Lagos State Unified Curriculum

Class: Primary 5

Subject: Agricultural Science

Term: First Term

Scheme: Lagos State Government Unified Scheme of Work

General Learning Objective:

By the end of the term, pupils should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a clear understanding of crop production processes

  • Engage in hands-on agricultural practices, including planting, harvesting, and processing

  • Practice post-harvest crop preservation and animal rearing basics

  • Apply basic agribusiness knowledge through classroom and school farm experiences

WEEKLY BREAKDOWN

✅ Week 1:

Topic: Review of Primary 4 Agricultural Science Scheme
Learning Objectives:

Week 2:

Topic: Crop Production
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  1. Define crop production

  2. Identify different types of crops (e.g. cereals, legumes, tubers, vegetables)

  3. Classify crops based on:

    • Use (food, medicinal, industrial)

    • Life cycle (annual, biennial, perennial)

    • Morphology (root crops, leaf crops, fruit crops)

  4. Crop Production Quiz for Primary 5 | Agricultural Science Week 2

Week 3:

Topic: Procedures for Crop Production
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Outline procedures for cultivating crops

  2. Identify major pre-planting activities (e.g. land clearing, tilling, seed selection)

  3. Practically carry out pre-planting operations on the school farm

Week 4:

Topic: Planting Activities
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Describe key planting activities (e.g. planting, spacing, watering)

  2. Identify and name common tools used for planting (e.g. hoe, cutlass, planter)

  3. Carry out planting activities both on the school farm and at home

Week 5:

‍ Topic: Post-Planting Activities
Includes: Irrigation, mulching, thinning, supplying, fertilizing, weeding
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Explain what post-planting activities are

  2. List examples of activities done after planting

  3. Demonstrate proper application of manure or fertilizer on growing crops

Week 6:

Topic: Harvesting Activities
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Describe the step-by-step process of harvesting various crops

  2. Identify tools used for harvesting (e.g. sickle, knife, basket)

  3. Recognize the right time to harvest different crops

Week 7:

Mid-Term Test and Mid-Term Break

Week 8:

Topic: Post-Harvesting Activities
Includes: Sorting, grading, storage
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Explain what happens after crops are harvested

  2. Discuss the importance of proper post-harvest handling

  3. Carry out sorting and basic grading of harvested crops from the school farm

Week 9:

Topic: Preservation of Harvested Crops
Methods: Silo, crib, yam barn, bagging
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Identify different preservation methods used in Nigeria

  2. Describe the processes involved in preserving various crops

  3. Explain why food preservation is essential for farmers and families

Week 10:

⚙️ Topic: Processing of Harvested Crops
Includes: Grinding, milling, juicing
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Describe traditional and modern crop processing methods

  2. Outline the benefits of processing farm produce (value addition, shelf-life, etc.)

  3. Practice a simple processing activity (e.g. creating fruit juice or drying vegetables)

Week 11:

REVISION

  • Review all key concepts taught from Weeks 1–10

  • Conduct group discussions and practical demonstrations on school farm

Week 12:

END OF TERM EXAMINATION

  • Administer written, oral, and practical assessments

Note from The Sovereign Educator:

This First Term scheme should be supported by weekly class demonstrations, visual aids, real farm visits (where possible), and school garden projects. Encourage pupils to form agricultural teams to promote teamwork and responsibility.

Every lesson is a seed. Plant it well.

Primary 5 Agricultural Science Scheme of Work

Class: Primary 5

Subject: Agricultural Science

Term: Second Term

Curriculum: Lagos State Unified Scheme of Work

General Learning Objectives:

By the end of the term, pupils should be able to:

  • Identify, classify, and manage weeds and pests

  • Appreciate the positive and negative impacts of weeds on farms and people

  • Understand how to control pests using local and scientific methods

  • Demonstrate weed and pest control techniques on the school farm

  • Build curiosity and ownership in protecting crops from common agricultural threats

WEEKLY BREAKDOWN

✅ Week 1:

Topic: Review of First Term Agricultural Science Scheme
Learning Objectives:

  • Recall major topics from First Term (e.g. planting, harvesting, processing)

  • Share personal experiences from school garden or home farm

  • Prepare minds for Second Term’s new focus on weeds and pests

Week 2:

Topic: Weeds
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Define weeds (unwanted plants that grow among useful crops)

  2. Identify common Nigerian farm weeds (e.g. spear grass, water leaf, goat weed)

  3. Create a “Weed Album” using labeled pictures or real samples from the school compound or home

Suggested Activity: Pupils collect and paste different weeds in a visual journal, naming them in English and local languages

Week 3:

Topic: Effects of Weeds on Farmers and Crops
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Describe how weeds compete with crops for nutrients, space, water, and sunlight

  2. Explain how weeds increase farming costs (labour, time, poor yield)

  3. Suggest ways farmers can reduce the impact of weeds

Teacher-Pupil Discussion: “Why do you think farmers fear weeds more than insects sometimes?”

✂️ Week 4:

‍ Topic: Control of Weeds
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Outline traditional and modern weed control methods (e.g. slashing, herbicides, mulching)

  2. Discuss the importance of timely weed control in farming

  3. Practically demonstrate weed control techniques on school farm or in classroom garden beds

Week 5:

Topic: Benefits of Weeds
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Enumerate some useful functions of weeds (e.g. feeding animals, soil protection)

  2. Explain how certain weeds are used in traditional medicine and food (e.g. scent leaf, bitter leaf)

  3. Debate: “Are all weeds truly useless?”

Activity Idea: “Weed or Wonder?” Worksheet — pupils list 5 weeds with both harmful and helpful uses

Week 6:

Topic: Pests and Diseases of Crops
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Define pests and explain their role in reducing crop yield

  2. Identify common crop pests (e.g. grasshoppers, weevils, caterpillars, beetles)

  3. Describe signs of pest attack on leaves, stems, fruits, or roots

Classroom Task: Use real/drawn pest images to match with affected crops

Week 7:

Mid-Term Test and Break

Week 8:

Topic: Classification of Insect Pests
Includes:

  • Sucking insect pests

  • Piercing insect pests

  • Burrowing/boring insect pests

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Classify insect pests based on mouthparts and feeding methods

  2. Identify examples in each category (e.g. aphids, stem borers, beetles)

  3. Justify why understanding pest behavior helps in selecting control methods

Activity: “Insect Mouth Map” – Pupils group insect pictures by feeding method

Week 9:

Topic: Damages Caused by Pests
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Describe how pests reduce crop quality and quantity

  2. Discuss economic impact on farmers and families

  3. Identify early warning signs of pest damage

Class Brainstorm: “If you were a pest, which crop would you attack and why?” (To encourage perspective taking)

⚔️ Week 10:

Topic: Control of Insect Pests
Methods:

  • Chemical (e.g. insecticides)

  • Mechanical (e.g. traps, nets)

  • Biological (e.g. using predator insects)

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Explain various ways to control pests on farms

  2. Compare advantages and disadvantages of each control method

  3. Demonstrate a safe control method (e.g. setting up a sticky trap or natural repellents)

⚠️ Safety Focus: Teach safe use and handling of pesticides, especially for children

Week 11:

REVISION

  • Recap all key concepts: weeds, pests, benefits, and controls

  • Conduct group quizzes, debates, and hands-on demos

Week 12:

END-OF-TERM EXAMINATION

  • Written, oral, and practical evaluations

Final Word from The Sovereign Educator:
Weeds and pests are not just science topics — they are the real battles our farmers fight every day. Let’s prepare our pupils not just to name them, but to face them wisely. Through real farm work, creative class activities, and reflection, we grow not just crops — we grow critical thinkers, innovators, and protectors of our food future.

Weeds and Crop pests

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Class: Primary 5

Subject: Agricultural Science

Term: Third Term

Curriculum: Lagos State Unified Scheme of Work

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General Learning Objectives:

By the end of Third Term, pupils should be able to:

  • Identify common farm animals and describe how to raise them

  • Understand and practice animal care: feeding, housing, sanitation, and record-keeping

  • Recognize the systems of animal rearing and their advantages

  • Identify pests, parasites, and diseases affecting farm animals

  • Suggest ways to prevent and control animal diseases

This term is deeply practical — pupils should be empowered to rear, observe, and manage animals using local tools and real-life practices, both on the school farm and at home.

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WEEKLY BREAKDOWN

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Week 1

Topic: Review of Second Term Scheme of Work
Learning Outcomes:

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Week 2

‍ Topic: Rearing of Farm Animals
Learning Outcomes:

  1. List animals that can be reared in Nigeria (e.g., poultry, rabbits, goats, snails)

  2. Discuss the importance of animal rearing for food, income, and nutrition

  3. Show interest in raising animals at home or on the school farm

  4. Rearing of Farm Animals – Primary 5 Lesson Note (Third Term)

Activity: Pupils sketch their favorite farm animal and state how they would care for it

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Week 3

Topic: Procedures for Rearing Farm Animals
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Identify key steps in animal rearing (housing, feeding, treatment)

  2. List tools/materials needed (e.g., feeders, drinkers, disinfectants)

  3. Demonstrate simple animal care procedures on the school farm

  4. Procedures for Rearing Farm Animals

Project: Pupils design an animal care chart (feeding, cleaning, observation schedule)

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Week 4

Topic: Rearing of Chicken, Rabbit, or Snail
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Identify specific materials for rearing small livestock (e.g., netting, wood, sawdust)

  2. Construct a medium-sized cage, hutch, or pen using local materials

  3. Raise at least one animal species on the school farm or at home

  4. Easy Guide to Rearing Chickens, Rabbits & Snails for Beginners

‍ Hands-on Activity: Build a simple snailery or rabbit hutch as a group project

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Week 5

Topic: Management of Farm Animals (Feeding, Record-Keeping, Sanitation)
Learning Outcomes:

  1. List tools used in animal management

  2. Discuss how to feed animals properly and keep their housing clean

  3. Demonstrate how to keep farm records for feeding, health, and growth

  4. Best Ways to Manage Farm Animals (Feeding, Records, & Sanitation)

Sample Record Template: Name of Animal – Date of Feeding – Type of Feed – Health Notes

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Week 6

Topic: Systems of Rearing Farm Animals
Types:

  • Intensive

  • Extensive

  • Semi-Intensive

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Explain the three systems of rearing animals

  2. Compare their advantages and disadvantages (e.g., cost, space, care)

  3. Recommend the best method for different types of animals or locations

  4. Systems of Rearing Farm Animals: Intensive, Extensive & Semi-Intensive

‍ Discussion: “Which system will you use if you have only one backyard space?”

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Week 7

Mid-Term Test and Break

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Week 8

Topic: Common Pests and Parasites of Farm Animals
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Define pests and parasites (e.g., ticks, lice, worms)

  2. Identify common pests that disturb livestock

  3. Suggest ways to reduce or control their spread on farms

  4. Common Pests & Parasites of Farm Animals – Primary 5 Lesson

Real-world Link: Bring samples (photos or dead pests) for observation under supervision

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Week 9

Topic: Common Diseases of Farm Animals – Part 1
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Identify diseases affecting animals (e.g., foot and mouth disease, Newcastle)

  2. Discuss causes of these diseases (e.g., dirty housing, poor feeding, infection)

  3. List animals commonly affected by each disease

  4. Common Diseases of Farm Animals & Their Prevention

Tip: Connect this lesson to previous hygiene discussions (sanitation saves lives!)

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Week 10

Topic: Common Diseases of Farm Animals – Part 2
Learning Outcomes:

  1. Describe symptoms of major farm animal diseases

  2. Identify how diseases spread (contact, water, air)

  3. Suggest prevention and control methods (vaccination, hygiene, isolation)

  4. Common Diseases of Farm Animals

Activity: “Disease Detective” – Pupils role-play spotting symptoms and prescribing solutions

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Week 11

REVISION

  • Recap all topics: Animal types, rearing systems, management, pests, and diseases

  • Conduct practice questions, animal care demos, and group quizzes

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Week 12

EXAMINATION

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Final Word from The Sovereign Educator:
This term is not just about knowing animals by name, but about caring for them with wisdom, purpose, and pride. In a world where food and income are becoming harder to secure, we must raise a new generation of animal keepers — children who can feed their families, heal their communities, and farm their futures with confidence.

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