About these lesson plans
These 26 Form One Biology lesson plans follow the competence-based format used with the new TIE curriculum. They cover basic concepts of biology, the cell, nutrition in plants, classification and the major groups of organisms, and the practical skills for biological investigations. Plans are written for either a 40-minute single period or an 80-minute double period.
What every lesson plan contains
Each plan uses the same seven-part header and a four-stage teaching structure:
- Header sections: class information (registered and present learners by gender), main competence, specific competence, main activity, specific activity, teaching and learning resources, and references.
- Teaching structure: Introduction, Competence Development, Design and Realisation, each with timing, teacher activities, learning activities and assessment criteria.
- Remarks: space for your reflection after the lesson.
- School details: a blank field for your school name, ready to complete.
Topics covered
| Main activity | Lesson plans |
|---|---|
| Basic concepts of biology (branches, related fields, importance) | 1–3 |
| The cell (structure, organelles and their functions) | 4–7 |
| Nutrition in plants (photosynthesis, leaf structure, mineral requirements) | 8–10 |
| Concept and systems of classification | 11–14 |
| Major groups of organisms and viruses | 15–19 |
| Skills for biological investigations (measurement, observation, experiments) | 20–22 |
| Microscopic observation of cells | 23–24 |
| Photosynthesis investigation and report writing | 25–26 |
Sample lesson plan
This is Lesson Plan 1, shown in the same layout as the full download.
- Main competence
- Demonstrate mastery of the concepts, principles and processes of Biology
- Specific competence
- Describe the physiological, anatomical and ecological processes of living organisms
- Main activity
- Explain the basic concepts of Biology
- Specific activity
- Mention branches of biology and their meaning
- Time
- 80 minutes
- Teaching and learning resources
- Charts, relevant texts, and online resources on the basic concepts of biology.
- Reference
- TIE (2023) Biology for Secondary School, Student's Book One
| Stage | Time (min) | Teacher's activities | Learning activities | Assessment criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 20 | Provide materials on biology and ask learners to explain what biology is. | Brainstorm the meaning of biology and search online for its meaning. | The basic concepts of Biology are clearly explained. |
| Competence Development | 30 | Invite a speaker to talk about biology, and present a chart of the branches of biology. | Listen, ask questions and share views. Brainstorm the meaning of each term. | The basic concepts of Biology are clearly explained. |
| Design | 20 | Draw a two-column table of biology terms and definitions. | Match each branch of biology to its best definition. | The basic concepts of Biology are clearly explained. |
| Realisation | 10 | Use questions and answers to check understanding. | Answer questions. | The basic concepts of Biology are clearly explained. |
How to get the full Biology lesson plans
The sample above is view-only. Pay TZS 4,000 to receive all 26 Biology lesson plans as a clean PDF you can print or submit to your Head of Department. You can also download from the Click Online Academy teacher panel.
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Frequently asked questions
How many Biology lesson plans are included for Form One?
The full set has 26 lesson plans. Some are 40-minute single periods and others 80-minute double periods.
Are these Biology lesson plans aligned to the TIE curriculum?
Yes. They use the competence-based format with main and specific competences, TIE (2023) references, a four-stage teaching structure and assessment criteria for each stage.
Do the plans include practical work?
Yes. They include microscope work on plant and animal cells, simple experiments, the starch test for photosynthesis, and writing an investigation report.
Can I preview a lesson plan before paying?
Yes. The sample lesson plan on this page shows the exact layout used in the full set. After payment you receive all lesson plans as a clean PDF.
Do I need to edit the lesson plans before using them?
Yes. Add your school name and class numbers, check the resources against what your lab holds, and adjust the timings to your timetable.
How do I pay for the full Biology lesson plans?
The price is TZS 4,000. Pay via M-Pesa (+255 754 805 256, Stephen Amuti), Mixx by Yas (0652 962 570) or Airtel Money (0692 611 530), then send the confirmation on WhatsApp to receive your download link.