Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 3 National Values Education. In our previous lesson, we learned about No previous lesson found.. Today, we’re going to learn about Illness.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Define the concept of illness.
- List three symptoms of illness.
- Express empathy towards those who are ill.
Illness
Illness is a state where our bodies don’t function properly. It can make us feel unwell and affect how we do things.
What is Illness?
Illness can be caused by many things, such as:
- Germs: Tiny organisms that can make us sick.
- Injuries: When we hurt ourselves.
- Lifestyle: Our habits, like not eating healthy foods or not getting enough sleep.
Symptoms Of Illness
There are many signs that tell us we might be ill. Some of these signs include:
- Fever: When our body temperature is higher than normal.
- Cough: When we make a sound while breathing out.
- Headache: When our head hurts.
- Fatigue: When we feel tired and weak.
- Pain: When a part of our body hurts.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about illness, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- What is illness?
- What are three symptoms of illness?
- How can we show empathy towards someone who is ill?
Conclusions or Summary
We learned that illness is a state of poor health and that there are many different symptoms. We also learned that we can show empathy towards those who are ill. Remember to always practice good hygiene to prevent illness. Don’t forget to check the comments section if you have any questions, and use the navigation to move to the next lesson. See you in the next lesson!
