- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 3
- Age: 6 years
- Period:
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Date:
- Subject: History
- Curriculum Theme: History
- Topic: Qualities Of Heroes And Heroines
- Content: Men and women of courage – Integrity – Honesty
- Social activities: Heroes And Heroines In Nigeria
Specific Objectives:
- Cognitive domain: Pupils should be able to list two qualities of heroes and heroines.
- Affective domain: Pupils should show appreciation for the virtues of integrity, discipline, and honesty.
- Psychomotor domain: Pupils should be able to illustrate the qualities of heroes and heroines through drawing.
- Social Domain: Pupils should be able to discuss the importance of these qualities in their daily lives.
Reference Materials:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures of Nigerian heroes and heroines
- Whiteboard and markers
- Storybooks about heroes and heroines
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the qualities of heroes and heroines such as integrity, discipline, and honesty helps pupils to develop moral values and aspire to be better individuals in society.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are familiar with simple stories of good vs bad characters.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Qualities Of Heroes And Heroines
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Interactive Lecture | Question and Answer | Introduce the topic and ask pupils to name any heroes or heroines they know. | Pupils name heroes or heroines they know. | Introduction to heroes and heroines. |
| Step 2: Qualities Of Heroes And Heroines | 10 mins | Storytelling | Real-life examples | Explain the qualities of heroes and heroines using storybooks. | Listen and identify the qualities in the story. | Understanding integrity, discipline, and honesty. |
| Step 3: Group Activity | 10 mins | Group Work | Role Play | Divide pupils into groups and assign them to role-play scenarios demonstrating the qualities. | Participate in role-playing. | Applying the qualities in real-life scenarios. |
| Step 4: Art Activity | 10 mins | Art & Craft | Drawing | Instruct pupils to draw a picture of their favorite hero or heroine and a symbol representing one of the qualities. | Draw and explain their artwork. | Expressing qualities through art. |
| Step 5: Conclusion | 5 mins | Interactive Lecture | Recap & Summary | Recap the lesson and reinforce the importance of the qualities discussed. | Listen and ask questions if any. | Reinforcing the lesson’s content. |
Classroom Note:
Qualities Of Heroes And Heroines
- Courage: Heroes and heroines are brave and face challenges head-on.
- Integrity: They are truthful and uphold strong moral principles.
- Honesty: They are sincere and truthful in their actions and words.
- Compassion: They care for others and work to make the world a better place.
Evaluation Questions:
- Can you list two qualities of heroes and heroines?
- Why is honesty important for a hero or heroine?
- Draw a hero and write one quality next to it.
Note to Teachers:
This lesson is flexible and can be adapted based on available resources and the cultural context of the pupils. The stories and examples used should be relatable and encourage pupils to aspire to embody these qualities in their own lives.
