TABLE OF CONTENT

About Us..................................................................................Page 3
Chapter One
About JSS1 Scheme of Work.....................................................Page 5
Chapter Two
Syllabus...................................................................................Page 6
Chapter Three
Recommended Textbooks.......................................................Page 12
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 About JSS1 Scheme of Work
The Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1) Unified Scheme of Work in Nigeria serves as a
comprehensive guideline for educators to plan and execute teaching activities
throughout the academic year. The new scheme is driven by technology and has
equally enhanced the active participation of learners, improving standards in
schools across the state and tilting the students to internationally acceptable learn-
ing standards.

JSS1 is a class where learners start adjusting to life after primary education, and
the difference between basic and secondary education learning methods. Tutors
need to take note of this and be quick to identify learners who are struggling to ad-
just.

In 2023, the state governments unveiled the reviewed unified scheme of work, mo-
bile learning devices, and e-books for secondary school students, designed to make
learning more engaging and student-centred. The scheme of work is aimed at help-
ing the teachers develop lesson plans and notes that will reflect 21st-century learn-
ing, enabling students to study and research on their own. It is also aimed at en-
hancing the quality of education and ensuring consistency in teaching and learning
across schools in the state.

The unified scheme of work contains syllabi of various subjects required for the Ba-
sic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). It also contains lesson plans, assess-
ment methods, and teaching methodologies which are strategic for effective teach-
ing and learning.
 Introduction
Agriculture is fundamental to human survival. By studying agricultural science in Ju-
nior Secondary Schools, students learn about the importance of agriculture in pro-
viding food and other essential resources to sustain life.

Agricultural Science for Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1) introduces students to

concepts such as soil forms of agriculture, livestock, and sustainable farming prac-
tices. It explains the diverse types of crops and livestock, their growth cycles, and
the factors that influence their productivity. This fosters an understanding of the
importance of preserving natural resources.

By understanding the principles of agricultural science, students will gain valuable

insights into the vital role agriculture plays in providing food security, sustaining
livelihoods, and contributing to the economy.
2 Chapter Two
Scheme of Work
First Term

LAGOS STATE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION: UNIFIED SCHEMES OF

WORK FOR JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL
Agricultural Science Scheme of Work for Junior Secondary
School 1(JSS1)
Class J.S.S.1
Subject Agricultural Science
Term First Term
Week Topic Breakdown
1 IMPORTANCE AND I. Meaning of Agriculture
FORMS OF II. State the various Stages of Evolution
AGRICULTURE of Agriculture
2 IMPORTANCE OF I. To the Individual Farmer
AGRICULTURE II. To the Nation
III. To the Community
3 IMPORTANCE OF Emphasis should be laid on Importance
AGRICULTURE to the Nation Economy
(CONTINUATION)
4 FORMS OF Types of Agricultural Practices in
AGRICULTURE Localities, Pastoral, Arable, etc.
5 FORMS OF I. Define each term – Crop Farming,
AGRICULTURE Horticulture, Livestock Farming,
Apiculture, Fishery and
Heliciculture
II. Explain the Advantages and
Disadvantages of Each Practice
III. Economic Importance of Rearing
Farm Animals
6 FORMS OF I. Fishery and Heliculture (Snailry),
AGRICULTURE Apiculture (Bee Farming)
(CONTINUATION) II. Preparation of Hone
7 CROP PLANT FORMS I. The Different Parts of Plants
II. Draw the Diagram of a Plant
III. State the Functions of the Shoot,
Leaves, Roots, Flowers.
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 8 PLANT FORMS I. Types of Aquatic Plants
II. Terrestrial Plants
III. State their Adaptive Features
IV. Draw Samples of these Plants
9 CLASSIFICATION OF I. Based on their Life Span
CROPS II. Annual biannual Perennial and
Ephemeral
III. Based on their Uses – oil crops, etc.
10 REVISION
11 - 12 EXAMINATION 7
 Second Term

Term Second Term

Week Topic Breakdown
1 GENERAL CLEANING Based on their classes i.e. Oil Crops,
OF THE Vegetables, Fruits, Spices, Latex, etc.
ENVIRONMENT AND
REVISION ON
CLASSIFICATION OF
CROPS
2 CLASSES AND USES I. Work Animals – Carmel etc.
OF FARM ANIMALS II. Dairy Animals – cattle etc
III. Guard Animals – Dogs
3 CLASSES AND USES A. Classes of Farm Animals
OF FARM ANIMALS I. Poultry Birds – Chicken, Turkey, Duck,
etc.
II. Aquatic Animals
III. Pet Animals
B. Uses of farm Animals
4 CHARACTERISTICS Higher Animals – Cattle, Sheep and
OF SELECTED FARM Goat
ANIMALS
5 CHARACTERISTICS OF Rabbits and Poultry
FARM ANIMALS
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 6 IMPORTANCE OF I. Foods
KEEPING FARM II. Protection
ANIMALS III. Pet
IV. Revenue, etc
7 METHODS OF WEED I. Definition of Weeds
AND PEST CONTROL II. Common farm Weeds
III. Characteristics of weeds
IV. Methods of weed control
8 METHODS OF WEEDS I. Meaning of Pests
AND PEST CONTROL II. Classification of Pests – Insects,
Pests and Non – Insects and Non Pests
III. Classification of Insect Pests
IV. Based on mouth part with examples
- Biting and Chewing, Piercing, Sucking
and Boring
V. Name and Description of Important
Insects and Pests
9 WEEDS AND PESTS I. Physical Control
CONTROL II. Chemical control
III. Biological Control
IV. State and Discuss the possible side
effects of various Preventive and
Control Methods on
Man and the Environment
V. State General Effects/economic
importance of pests
10 REVISION
11 -12 EXAMINATION 9
 Third Term
Term Third Term
Week Topic Breakdown
1 GENERAL CLEANING
OF THE
ENVIRONMENT AND
REVISION ON WEEDS
AND PESTS CONTROL
2 FACTORS OF I. Definition of Land
PRODUCTION - LAND II. State the Characteristics of Land
III. Rewards
IV. List Methods of Land Improvement
3 FACTORS OF I. Definition of Labour
PRODUCTION - II. State the Types of Labour
LABOUR III. Reward of labour
4 FACTORS OF I. Definition of Capital
PRODUCTION - II. Types of Capital
CAPITAL III. Importance of Capital
IV. Sources of capital
5 FACTORS OF I. Definition of Farm Manager
PRODUCTION - FARM II. Functions of Farm Manager
MANAGER III. Problems of Farm Managers
6 MID TERM TEST
7 FIELD TRIP Field practice
EXCURSION TO AN
ESTABLISHED FARM
8 PROBLEMS AND I. Inadequate Farm
FUNCTIONS OF FARM II. Government Policies
MANAGER III. Information about Sources of Inputs
9 PROBLEMS AND I. State the Functions of Farm Manager
FUNCTIONS OF FARM II. State the Problems of Farm Manager
MANAGER
(CONTINUATION)
10 REVISION
11 -12 EXAMINATION
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3 Chapter Three
Recommended Textbooks
The recommended Agricultural Science textbooks for J.S.S.1 include:

 Basic Agricultural Science for Junior Secondary Schools Book 1 By

Olayinka Samson Arowolo, Bola Olusola Arowolo- Daystar Press
Limited

 Agriculture for junior/senior secondary schools By Dairo S.D et al

- Spectrum Books Ltd

 New Agricultural Science for Junior Secondary Schools By A.A

Adebisi et al - Learn Africa Plc JSS 1

 Fundamental Agricultural Science By Nnoka C.N et al - Noble

Publishers JSS1

 New millennium Agricultural science By Ngozi Asika. - Elochukwu

Akaolisah Printing Press

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