Life Orientation Grade 7

TERM: 2 2023
Week 1
LESSON PLANS
Mbuyazi primary school TERM: 2 Week 1 LESSON PLAN 1
SUBJECT: Life Orientation GRADE 7
EDUCATOR: Cebekhulu EN DATE
DURATION: 60 Minutes
THEME: Constitutional Rights and Responsibilities
TOPIC/SKILL: Constitutional Rights and Responsibilities
CONTENT FOCUS: Understanding and Applying Constitutional Rights and Responsibilities
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: Lesson Objectives:
• Identify and explain Constitutional rights as outlined in the South African
Constitution
• Understand the application of human rights in different situations
• Apply the concept of responsibilities in relation to human rights
• Demonstrate fair play in a variety of athletic and sport activities
• Understand the role of values, trust, and respect for difference in
promoting fair play

Overview:
In this lesson, learners will focus on understanding and applying
Constitutional rights and responsibilities. They will learn about the South
African Constitution and its importance in protecting citizens' rights.
Learners will also explore the concept of human rights and how they
apply in different situations. Through group activities, they will discuss
examples of human rights being violated and the role of responsibilities in
protecting these rights. The lesson will also cover fair play in athletic and
sport activities, and the role of values, trust, and respect for difference in
promoting fair play. This lesson will lay the foundation for the following
week's focus on dealing with abuse and understanding the world of work,
as learners will have a better understanding of their rights and
responsibilities as citizens.

ACTIVITIES - BRIEF EXPLANATIONS

EDUCATOR LEARNERS
Activities for the teacher: 1. Introduction (5 minutes):
1. Greet and introduce the lesson objectives and - Learners will be seated and greeted by the
aims. teacher.
2. Facilitate a class discussion on the South - Learners will be reminded of the previous
African Constitution. lesson on the South African Constitution.
3. Explain the concept of Constitutional rights - The teacher will introduce the objectives and
using examples from the Constitution. aims of the lesson.
4. Divide learners into groups and provide
handouts for the activity on applying human rights. 2. Recap (10 minutes):
5. Facilitate a role-playing activity on - Learners will participate in a class discussion
responsibilities in protecting human rights. about the South African Constitution and its
6. Supervise and provide feedback during the fair importance.
play activity. - The teacher will ask questions to check for
7. Summarize key points and provide feedback on understanding and clarify any misconceptions.
learner participation and understanding.
3. Understanding Constitutional Rights (10
Writing on the board: minutes):
1. Lesson objectives and aims. - Learners will listen to the teacher explain the
2. Key points on the South African Constitution. concept of Constitutional rights.
3. Examples of Constitutional rights from the - The teacher will use examples from the South
Constitution. African Constitution to illustrate these rights.
4. Scenarios for the human rights activity. - Learners will take notes on the key points.
5. Key responsibilities in protecting human rights.
6. Rules for the fair play activity. 4. Applying Human Rights (10 minutes):
7. Reflection questions for learners. - Learners will be divided into groups and given
handouts with examples of human rights being
Exercises: violated.
1. Class discussion on the South African - Each group will discuss and identify the human
Constitution. rights being violated in the given scenarios.
2. Note-taking on key points. - The teacher will facilitate a class discussion on
3. Group activity on applying human rights. the importance of protecting human rights.
4. Role-playing activity on responsibilities in
protecting human rights. 5. Responsibilities in Protecting Human Rights (10
5. Fair play activity in groups. minutes):
6. Reflection and discussion on applying what - Learners will participate in a role-playing activity
they have learned. where they will demonstrate their understanding
7. Summarizing key points and providing of responsibilities in protecting human rights.
feedback. - The teacher will provide feedback and guide the
learners in understanding their roles and
responsibilities as citizens.
 6. Fair Play in Athletic and Sport Activities (10
minutes):
- Learners will be divided into groups and given
athletic equipment.
- Each group will participate in a fair play activity,
demonstrating the values of trust and respect for
difference.
- The teacher will facilitate a class discussion on
the importance of fair play in sports.

7. Conclusion (5 minutes):
- Learners will reflect on the lesson objectives
and discuss how they can apply what they have
learned in their daily lives.
- The teacher will summarize the key points of the
lesson and provide feedback on the learners'
participation and understanding.

Total time: 60 minutes

Note: The activities can be adjusted based on the

number of learners in each group to ensure equal
participation and engagement. The teacher can
also provide additional support or extension
activities as needed for individual learners.
RESOURCES 1. Copies of the South African Constitution
2. Handouts with examples of human rights being
violated
3. Group activity materials (e.g. markers, paper,
etc.)
4. Athletic equipment for fair play activities (e.g.
balls, cones, etc.)
5. Posters or visuals depicting values, trust, and
respect for difference
6. Whiteboard and markers for class discussions
and note-taking
7. Worksheets or activities related to
 understanding and applying Constitutional rights
and responsibilities
8. Relevant videos or articles on human rights
and fair play
9. Role-playing scenarios for learners to
demonstrate their understanding of
responsibilities in protecting human rights
10. Any additional materials or props for
interactive activities or games related to the
lesson objectives.

DIFFERENTIATION
The differentiation strategy for this lesson will involve using a variety of teaching methods and
activities to cater to the different learning needs of the students. For slower learners, the teacher will
provide additional support and scaffolding, such as providing simplified explanations and breaking
down complex concepts into smaller chunks. For faster learners, the teacher will provide extension
activities and opportunities for them to apply their knowledge in more challenging ways. Group work
and discussions will also allow for peer learning and support, ensuring that all learners are engaged
and able to participate at their own pace.
REMARKS/REFLECTION

Teacher’s signature :________________________ Date:_____________________

HOD’s signature :_________________________ Date_____________________

Mbuyazi primary school TERM: 2 Week 1 LESSON PLAN 2
SUBJECT: Life Orientation GRADE 7
EDUCATOR: Cebekhulu EN DATE
DURATION: 60 Minutes
THEME: Constitutional Rights and Responsibilities
TOPIC/SKILL: Hygiene and Invasion Games
CONTENT FOCUS: Hygiene, Invasion Games, and Safety Awareness
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: Lesson Objectives:
• Understand and apply basic hygiene principles to maintain personal
health and prevent the spread of diseases
• Play community or indigenous games that involve the concept of
invasion
• Understand safety issues related to participation in invasion games
• Identify and address issues related to abuse and know how to protect
themselves in threatening and risky situations

Overview:
In this lesson, learners will focus on two main areas: basic hygiene
principles and physical education. They will learn about the importance of
maintaining personal hygiene to prevent the spread of diseases, and will
also participate in physical activities that involve the concept of invasion.
Additionally, learners will learn about safety issues related to playing
these types of games and how to protect themselves in threatening and
risky situations. This lesson also builds on the previous lesson's focus on
Constitutional rights and responsibilities, as learners will understand their
responsibility to maintain personal hygiene for the greater good of
society. It also leads into the next lesson's focus on dealing with abuse, as
learners will learn how to protect themselves in potentially dangerous
situations.

ACTIVITIES - BRIEF EXPLANATIONS

EDUCATOR LEARNERS
Activities for the teacher: Introduction (5 minutes):
1. Greet learners and introduce the lesson - Learners will gather in the classroom and be
objectives and aims. greeted by the teacher.
2. Facilitate a class discussion on the importance - Learners will be shown a poster or visual on
of hygiene and safety. hygiene and safety and asked to share their
3. Provide handouts and facilitate a group thoughts on the importance of these concepts.
discussion on basic hygiene principles. - The teacher will briefly explain the objectives
4. Demonstrate the rules and safety guidelines for and aims of the lesson.
the invasion games.
5. Lead a discussion on safety issues and Activity 1: Basic Hygiene Principles (10 minutes):
protection. - Learners will be given handouts with basic
6. Provide role-playing scenarios for learners to hygiene principles and asked to read and discuss
practice protecting themselves in threatening them in small groups.
situations. - The teacher will facilitate a class discussion on
7. Summarize the main points and reinforce the the importance of personal hygiene and how it
importance of personal hygiene and safety. relates to preventing the spread of diseases.
8. Provide a worksheet or activity for learners to - Learners will be asked to share their own
complete individually. experiences and practices related to personal
9. Thank learners for their participation and hygiene.
remind them of the upcoming lesson on dealing
with abuse. Activity 2: Physical Activity - Invasion Games (15
10. Collect completed worksheets or activities and minutes):
dismiss learners from the classroom. - Learners will be divided into groups and given
sports equipment to play community or
Writing on the board: indigenous games that involve the concept of
1. Lesson objectives and aims. invasion.
2. Key points and definitions related to hygiene - The teacher will demonstrate the rules and
and safety. safety guidelines for the games.
3. Rules and safety guidelines for the invasion - Learners will play the games while following the
games. safety guidelines and using the appropriate
4. Role-playing scenarios for learners to practice safety gear.
protecting themselves.
5. Summary of the main points and reinforcement Activity 3: Safety Issues and Protection (15
of the importance of personal hygiene and safety. minutes):
- Learners will be asked to reflect on their
Possible exercises: experiences playing the invasion games and
1. Group discussion on the importance of hygiene identify any safety issues that may have arisen.
and safety. - The teacher will lead a discussion on how to
2. Reading and discussing handouts on basic address these safety issues and protect oneself
hygiene principles. in threatening and risky situations.
3. Playing community or indigenous games that - Learners will be given role-playing scenarios
involve the concept of invasion. and asked to come up with ways to protect
4. Reflecting on experiences and identifying safety themselves in these situations.
issues.
5. Role-playing scenarios to practice protecting Activity 4: Conclusion (10 minutes):
oneself in threatening situations. - Learners will be asked to share their key
6. Completing a worksheet or activity related to takeaways from the lesson.
the lesson concepts. - The teacher will summarize the main points and
reinforce the importance of personal hygiene and
safety.
- Learners will be given a worksheet or activity to
complete individually, related to the concepts
covered in the lesson.

Closure (5 minutes):
- Learners will be thanked for their participation
and reminded of the upcoming lesson on dealing
with abuse.
- The teacher will collect any worksheets or
activities completed by the learners.
- Learners will be dismissed from the classroom.

Total time: 60 minutes

Note: The activities can be adjusted based on the

number of learners in each group to ensure all
learners are actively participating. The teacher
can also provide additional challenges or
extensions for faster learners, such as
researching and presenting on different types of
indigenous games.
RESOURCES 1. Handouts with basic hygiene principles and
safety guidelines
2. Community or indigenous games that involve
the concept of invasion
3. Sports equipment for physical activities (e.g.
balls, cones, etc.)
4. First aid kit
 5. Posters or visuals on hygiene and safety
6. Whiteboard and markers for class discussion
7. Role-playing scenarios for addressing abuse
and protecting oneself
8. Worksheets or activities related to hygiene and
safety
9. Audio recordings of traditional songs or chants
for the games
10. Safety gear for physical activities (e.g.
helmets, knee pads, etc.)

DIFFERENTIATION
The differentiation strategy for this lesson will include providing visual aids and hands-on activities for
slower learners to better understand the concepts of hygiene and safety. For faster learners,
additional challenges and extensions will be provided, such as researching and presenting on
different types of indigenous games. Group work and peer teaching will also be incorporated to
ensure that all learners are engaged and supported in their learning.
REMARKS/REFLECTION

Teacher’s signature :________________________ Date:_____________________

HOD’s signature :_________________________ Date_____________________