- Class: Primary 3
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 7
- Age: 9 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: National Value Education
- Curriculum Theme: Security Education
- Previous Lesson: Avoiding Theft
- Topic: Avoiding Peer Pressure
- Content: Meaning and rewards of avoiding peer pressure
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: Define peer pressure and identify five rewards of avoiding peer pressure.
- Affective domain: Express feelings about the importance of making independent choices.
- Psychomotor domain: Role-play scenarios of avoiding peer pressure.
- Social Domain: Demonstrate respect for peers’ decisions to avoid peer pressure.
Reference Materials:
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from Study.com – Peer Pressure | Definition, Prevention & Examples
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Flashcards
- Charts showing different scenarios of peer pressure
- Markers and whiteboard
- Storybooks illustrating peer pressure scenarios
Rationale for the Lesson:
To understand avoiding peer pressure is essential for pupils to make independent and healthy choices. It helps build self-confidence and encourages positive decision-making, which is vital in daily life.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils have previously learned about avoiding theft and understand the importance of making honest and safe choices.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Avoiding Peer Pressure
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | Question and answer | Ask pupils if they have ever felt pressured by friends to do something. | Share experiences about peer pressure. | Understanding the concept of peer pressure |
| Step 2: Definition and Explanation | 7 mins | Direct Instruction | Explanation and examples | Define peer pressure and give examples. | Listen and ask questions for clarity. | Clear understanding of peer pressure |
| Step 3: Rewards of Avoiding Peer Pressure | 7 mins | Storytelling | Use of relevant stories | Tell a story where a character avoids peer pressure and succeeds. | Listen to the story and discuss the character’s actions. | Learning rewards of avoiding peer pressure |
| Step 4: Role-Playing Scenarios | 10 mins | Interactive | Role-play | Organize pupils into groups to role-play different scenarios. | Act out the given scenarios and discuss their roles. | Practical application of avoiding peer pressure |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 3 mins | Direct Instruction | Writing | Instruct pupils to copy notes from the board. | Copy notes into their exercise books. | Reinforcement of the lesson content |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 5 mins | Discussion | Question and answer | Ask questions to evaluate understanding. | Answer questions and participate in discussion. | Assessing comprehension of the topic |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 3 mins | Summary | Recap and reinforcement | Summarize the key points of the lesson. | Listen and ask any final questions. | Consolidation of knowledge |
Classroom Note:
Avoiding Peer Pressure
Peer pressure is when friends or people around your age try to influence you to do something, whether good or bad. This means that sometimes, friends might try to make you do things you might not want to do.
Rewards of Avoiding Peer Pressure:
- Increased Self-Confidence: You feel more confident in making your own decisions.
- Better Decision Making: You learn to make choices that are good for you.
- Respect from Others: People respect you for standing up for what you believe in.
- Safety and Well-being: You avoid dangerous situations and stay safe.
- Personal Growth: You develop strong personal values and become more independent.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define peer pressure.
- List two rewards of avoiding peer pressure.
- Describe a situation where they might face peer pressure.
- Role-play a scenario of avoiding peer pressure.
Note for teachers using my lesson plan:
Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, timing and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!
