- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 9
- Age: 6 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Security Education
- Previous Lesson: Security Agency; NSCDC
- Topic: Security Agencies; Police, Army
- Content: How to identify Police and Army, the functions of Police and Army
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: List five ways to identify Police and Army Agents.
- Affective Domain: Demonstrate respect for the roles of Police and Army in society.
- Psychomotor Domain: Point to pictures or items associated with Police and Army.
- Social Domain: Discuss why it is important to obey instructions from Police and Army Agents.
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: Defence Headquarters – Army Affairs – Ministry of Defence
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures of Police and Army Agents in uniforms.
- Flashcards showing the functions of Police and Army.
- A toy police badge and toy soldier cap.
- A chart displaying the differences between Police and Army uniforms.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding how to identify Police and Army Agents helps children recognize these security agents as protectors and law enforcers, fostering respect for their roles.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils are familiar with basic community helpers like teachers and doctors and know their uniforms or tools.
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 | Storytelling and questioning | Narrate a short story about a child lost in the market helped by Police and Army. Ask pupils if they have seen Police or Army before. | Listen and answer questions. | Pupils understand the context of Police and Army as helpers and protectors. |
| Step 2: Identifying Police Agents | 8 mins | Explanation | Visual aids | Show pictures of Police Agents and their badges. Explain their uniforms and tools (baton, whistle, badge). | Observe and identify Police features. | Pupils can identify Police Agents by their uniforms and tools. |
| Step 3: Functions of Police | 5 mins | Discussion | Interactive talk | Explain the functions of Police, such as maintaining peace and arresting lawbreakers. | Participate and listen attentively. | Pupils understand the roles of Police in maintaining order. |
| Step 4: Identifying Army Agents | 8 mins | Demonstration | Use of props | Show pictures and a toy soldier cap. Discuss their camouflage uniforms and roles. | Observe and answer questions. | Pupils can identify Army Agents by their uniforms and responsibilities. |
| Step 5: Functions of Army | 5 mins | Explanation | Listing and summarizing | List Army functions like defending the country and assisting during crises. | Participate actively. | Pupils recognize the Army as national defenders and crisis responders. |
| Step 6: Note Taking | 7 mins | Guided note-taking | Writing activity | Help pupils copy concise notes into their books. | Write notes in their books. | Pupils retain key information about Police and Army. |
| Step 7: Conclusion and Evaluation | 2 mins | Recap | Question-and-answer | Summarize the lesson and ask review questions. | Answer the questions. | Pupils consolidate their learning about Police and Army Agents. |
Lesson Content
Security Agencies; Police, Army
The Police maintain law and order, while the Army protects the country from external threats.
Police Agents: Ways to Identify Police:
- They wear black uniforms.
- They carry a baton and whistle.
- They have badges on their uniforms.
- Police stations are their offices.
- They use Police vans with sirens.
Functions of Police:
- Maintain law and order.
- Help lost people find their way.
- Investigate crimes.
- Protect lives and property.
- Arrest criminals.
Army Agents: Ways to Identify Army:
- They wear camouflage uniforms.
- They carry guns.
- They have boots and helmets.
- They train in military camps.
- They ride armored vehicles.
Functions of Army:
- Defend the country from attacks.
- Assist in national emergencies.
- Secure borders.
- Fight terrorism.
- Keep peace during wars.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Mention two ways to identify Police Agents.
- List two functions of Police Agents.
- Mention two ways to identify Army Agents.
- List two functions of Army Agents.
- Why is it important to obey Police and Army?
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Encourage active participation and use real-life examples to make the lesson relatable. Visual aids and props will keep the pupils engaged. Happy teaching!
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