Class: Primary 1

Term: 3rd Term

Week: 3

Age: 6 years

Period:

Duration: 40 minutes

Date:

Subject: Cultural And Creative Arts

Curriculum Theme: Cultural And Creative Arts

Topic: Story Telling

Content: Stories on environment or in the media

Specific Objectives:

Cognitive domain: Pupils should be able to recall stories related to the environment.
Affective domain: Pupils should develop an interest in environmental conservation through storytelling.
Psychomotor domain: Pupils should be able to create simple hand-drawn pictures related to the stories they learn.
Social Domain: Pupils should be able to share stories in small groups.

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:

Storybooks with environmental themes
Picture cards depicting various environmental elements
Audio recordings of environmental stories

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding storytelling about the environment helps pupils appreciate their surroundings and understand the importance of protecting and conserving it. It also enhances their listening, speaking, and creative skills.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils are familiar with basic environmental elements (trees, animals, water) and have listened to simple stories before.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Story Telling

Content	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teacher’s Activity	Pupil’s Activity	Learning Point
Step 1: Introduction	5 mins	Discussion	Storytelling	Introduce the concept of environment and storytelling.	Listen and respond to questions.	Understanding of environment.
Step 2: Storytelling	10 mins	Storytelling	Interactive storytelling	Narrate a story with an environmental theme.	Listen attentively and ask questions.	Importance of environment conservation.
Step 3: Group Activity	10 mins	Group work	Creative expression	Guide pupils in creating their own short stories in groups.	Work in groups to create stories.	Collaboration and creativity in storytelling.
Step 4: Presentation	5 mins	Presentation	Show and tell	Invite groups to present their stories.	Present stories to the class.	Confidence in public speaking.
Step 5: Drawing Activity	5 mins	Hands-on	Artistic expression	Instruct pupils to draw a scene from any story shared.	Draw scenes from stories.	Connection between art and storytelling.
Step 6: Conclusion	5 mins	Recap	Question and Answer	Summarize the lesson and reinforce the importance of environmental conservation.	Participate in Q&A.	Reinforcement of the lesson’s objectives.

Classroom Note:

Meaning of environment

The environment includes everything around us, like plants, animals, water, and air. It is important because it is our home and provides us everything we need to live.

Story Tittle: Leafy

Once upon a time, a young tree named Leafy learned the importance of water conservation to help the forest grow strong and healthy. Leafy and his friends worked together to save water and keep their home beautiful.

Evaluation Questions:

What is the environment?
Can you name three things that are part of our environment?
Draw a picture of your favorite scene from the story we learned today.
Tell me one thing you can do to help protect our environment.

Note to Teachers:

Adjust the storytelling and activities based on the resources available and the specific interests of your pupils. Encourage creativity and ensure every pupil participates in the group activities for a holistic learning experience.

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Lesson Note On Story Telling – II (Basic 1)