Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 1 Pre-Vocational Studies. In our previous lesson, we learned about Home For Farm Plants for Basic 1. Today, we’re going to learn about Farm Animals.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- List three examples of animals that live on land.
- List three examples of animals that live in water.
- Show appreciation for the diversity of farm animals.
Farm Animals
Farm animals are a diverse group of creatures that play a vital role in our lives. They provide us with food, clothing, and other essential resources. Some of these animals live on land, while others live in water.
What are Animals That Live on Land?
Animals that live on land are called terrestrial animals. They have adapted to survive in various environments, from forests and grasslands to deserts and mountains. Some of the common terrestrial animals include:
- Cow: A large, herbivorous mammal that provides us with milk, beef, and leather.
- Horse: A strong and agile animal used for transportation, work, and recreation.
- Goat: A smaller herbivorous mammal that provides us with milk, meat, and wool.
- Sheep: A gentle and woolly animal that provides us with wool, meat, and milk.
- Pig: A domesticated omnivore that provides us with pork and bacon.
- Chicken: A common poultry bird that provides us with eggs and meat.
- Duck: A waterbird that can also live on land and provides us with eggs and meat.
What are Animals That Live in Water?
Animals that live in water are called aquatic animals. They have adapted to survive in different water environments, such as oceans, lakes, rivers, and ponds. Some of the common aquatic animals include:
- Fish: A diverse group of aquatic vertebrates that breathe through gills and have fins for swimming.
- Frog: An amphibian that can live both on land and in water.
- Duck: A waterbird that can also live on land and provides us with eggs and meat.
- Swan: A large, graceful waterbird known for its elegant neck and white plumage.
- Crab: A crustacean with a hard exoskeleton and ten legs.
- Turtle: A reptile with a hard shell that protects its body.
- Dolphin: A marine mammal that is highly intelligent and social.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about farm animals, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- Can you name three animals that live on land?
- Can you name three animals that live in water?
- Draw and label one animal that lives on land and one that lives in water.
Conclusion
Today, we learned about farm animals and the different habitats they live in. We discovered that some animals live on land, while others live in water. Remember to appreciate the diversity of farm animals and their importance in our lives. 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!
