- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 3
- Age: 6 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Civic Education
- Previous Lesson: Do’s And Don’ts That Guides Social Behaviour
- Topic: Gains Of Obeying Rules And Regulations
- Content: Love and gifts from elders and friends.
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: List at least three gains of obeying rules and regulations.
- Affective Domain: Show appreciation for the benefits of obedience.
- Psychomotor Domain: Role-play a scenario where they obey rules and receive a reward.
- Social Domain: Work in groups to discuss how obedience fosters good relationships.
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: Acadlly – School Rules and Regulation
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures of children receiving gifts.
- Short video clips showing children obeying rules.
- A chart displaying the gains of obedience.
- A reward box with tokens or stickers.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding the gains of obeying rules helps pupils appreciate why rules exist and how obedience leads to love, respect, and rewards in their social relationships.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have basic knowledge of rules and social behaviours from the previous lesson and their daily interactions at home and school.
Instructional Procedures
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 | Set Induction | Use relatable questions | Shows pictures of children receiving gifts and asks, “Why do you think they received these gifts?” | Respond to the teacher’s questions. | Rules guide behaviour and bring rewards. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Direct Teaching | Use visuals and storytelling | Explains the gains of obeying rules using the chart and tells a story about a child who got a reward for obedience. | Listen attentively to the story and observe visuals. | Obedience brings love, respect, and rewards. |
| Step 3: Demonstration | 8 mins | Role-playing | Encourage participation | Guides pupils in role-playing obedience scenarios (e.g., helping a friend, following a classroom rule). | Act out the scenarios. | Obedience builds good relationships. |
| Step 4: Group Discussion | 7 mins | Collaborative Learning | Group work and sharing | Divides the class into groups to discuss and list ways obedience has helped them in real life. | Participate in group discussion and present their ideas. | Sharing ideas enhances understanding. |
| Step 5: Note-taking | 5 mins | Writing | Reinforcement | Dictates key points for pupils to write in their notebooks. | Write down notes. | Writing reinforces learning. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 mins | Questioning | Recap and assessment | Asks pupils questions based on the lesson. | Answer questions. | Pupils recall and apply what they learned. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Summary | Emphasize key points | Summarizes the gains of obeying rules and motivates pupils to practice obedience. | Listen to the teacher’s conclusion. | Pupils understand why rules are important. |
Lesson Content
Gains Of Obeying Rules And Regulations
Obeying rules at home, in school, or in the community makes life better for everyone. For example, when you follow classroom rules, like keeping quiet when the teacher is speaking, it helps everyone learn better. Similarly, at home, obeying your parents makes them happy and shows you are responsible. These gains can include;
- Love from elders: When we obey, adults trust and care for us more.
- Gifts and rewards: Good behaviour often leads to tangible rewards.
- Respect from friends: Friends admire and respect obedient behaviour.
- Peaceful relationships: Obedience reduces conflicts with others.
- Safety: Following rules ensures personal and group safety.
- Opportunities: Obedient pupils are given more chances to lead and participate.
- Happiness: Obedience makes everyone around us happier.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- List three gains of obeying rules.
- Explain why love is a reward for obedience.
- Mention one way obedience can lead to respect among friends.
- Role-play how to follow a classroom rule.
- Discuss in a group how obedience fosters good relationships.
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Encourage active participation by using engaging materials like pictures and storytelling. Reinforce key points with examples from the pupils’ daily lives. Reward pupils for their engagement to demonstrate the value of obedience. Happy teaching!
