Hi, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 1 Basic Science and Technology. In our previous lesson, we learned about Functions of Alphabetic and Numeric keys. Today, we’re going to learn about the Parts of a Computer.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Identify and describe a monitor.
Parts of a Computer – The Monitor
The monitor is a crucial part of the computer that displays images and text. It’s like a window that lets us see what we’re doing on the computer.
What is a Monitor?
A monitor is a flat screen that shows us what we are doing on the computer. It’s like a television for our computer.
Functions of a Monitor
The main functions of a monitor are:
- Displaying images: We can see pictures, videos, and graphics on the monitor.
- Displaying text: We can read words and letters on the monitor.
Parts of a Monitor
Some of the main parts of a monitor include:
- Screen: This is the flat surface where the images and text are displayed.
- Bezel: This is the frame that surrounds the screen.
- Stand: This is the base that supports the monitor.
- Buttons: These are used to control the monitor’s settings.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about the monitor, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- What is a monitor?
- What are some of the things we can see on a monitor?
- What is the purpose of the stand on a monitor?
- What are some of the buttons on a monitor used for?
- Can you describe the screen of a monitor?
Conclusion
We’ve learned that the monitor is an important part of the computer that displays images and text. It’s like a window to the world of computers. Keep exploring and learning about different parts of the computer! See you in the next lesson!
