Time, Parts of the Day and Daily Activities for Primary 1

Time

Performance Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. demonstrate a knowledge of the idea of time.
2. mention when certain things are done:
1. Home
2. School.

What is Time?

Time helps people know when to do different things during the day. It helps to organise daily activities.

Without time, it would be difficult to know when to wake up, when to go to school, or when to sleep.

Parts of the Day

A day is divided into different parts. Each part has its own special name and activities.

The main parts of the day are:

1. Morning
2. Afternoon
3. Evening
4. Night

Observe the image below, which shows the different parts of the day and what happens during each part.

Morning

Morning is the first part of the day. The sun rises in the morning, and the sky becomes bright. This is when people wake up and start their day.

Afternoon

Afternoon comes after morning. The sun is usually high in the sky during the afternoon. Many activities happen during this part of the day, especially at school.

Evening

Evening comes after afternoon. The sun begins to set, and the sky starts to get darker. People usually finish their work or school and go home in the evening.

Night

Night is the darkest part of the day. The sun is completely down, and the moon and stars can be seen in the sky. Night is usually the time for sleeping and resting.

Daily Activities at Home

Many activities take place at home during the different parts of the day. These activities help to keep the home organised and comfortable.

Morning Activities at Home

In the morning, before going to school, children usually do the following:

1. Waking up from sleep.
2. Brushing teeth and washing the face.
3. Eating breakfast.
4. Getting dressed for school.
5. Helping with small chores, like making the bed.

Afternoon Activities at Home

Afternoon activities at home usually happen after school. These include:

1. Returning home from school.
2. Eating lunch.
3. Playing with siblings or friends.
4. Taking a nap or resting.

Evening Activities at Home

In the evening, families often do things together. Common evening activities include:

1. Doing homework or reading.
2. Eating dinner with the family.
3. Watching television or listening to stories.
4. Preparing for bed, like bathing and changing into night clothes.

Night Activities at Home

Night is mainly for resting and sleeping. The most important night activity is:

1. Sleeping to get enough rest for the next day.

Daily Activities at School

School activities are planned according to the time of day to ensure that learning happens smoothly.

Morning Activities at School

When children arrive at school in the morning, they usually do these activities:

1. Assembly, where pupils gather together.
2. Morning lessons, where teachers teach different subjects.
3. Break time, for eating snacks and playing.

Afternoon Activities at School

Afternoon activities at school include:

1. More lessons after break time.
2. Lunch time, for eating a meal.
3. Playing during a short break.
4. Closing time, when pupils go home.