- Class: Primary 1
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 2
- Age: 6 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Social Studies
- Previous Lesson: Reasons For Taking Substance Into The Body: Definition
- Topic: Reasons For Taking Substance Into The Body: Imitation, curiosity, availability
- Content: Imitation, curiosity, availability
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: Explain imitation, curiosity, and availability as reasons for taking substances into the body.
- Affective domain: Express an understanding of the dangers of imitating harmful actions.
- Psychomotor domain: Demonstrate actions to avoid harmful substances.
- Social domain: Discuss with peers why some substances can be harmful if taken unnecessarily.
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: Desert Hope – Understand the Methods of Drug Administration
- Relevant textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- A chart with pictures showing imitation, curiosity, and availability scenarios
- A short video clip demonstrating safe and unsafe behaviors
- Flashcards with key terms (Imitation, Curiosity, Availability)
- A whiteboard and markers
Rationale for the Lesson:
This lesson is important because it helps pupils understand why people may take substances and encourages them to make safe and healthy choices. It builds awareness of external influences and promotes critical thinking about personal decisions.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils have seen or heard of people taking substances like medicine or soft drinks and can recognize some of these items around them.
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 | Questioning and discussion | Introduce the lesson by asking pupils why they think people take certain substances (like food or medicine). | Respond to questions and share their thoughts. | Pupils understand that substances are part of daily life. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Direct instruction | Visual aids | Explain “imitation, curiosity, availability” using examples and flashcards. | Listen, observe the flashcards, and ask questions. | Pupils understand reasons for taking substances. |
| Step 3: Demonstration | 10 mins | Demonstration | Storytelling and role-play | Share a story about a child imitating harmful behavior and ask pupils to act out safer choices. | Participate in role-play and answer questions. | Pupils understand consequences of harmful actions. |
| Step 4: Note-taking | 5 mins | Guided note-taking | Explanation and writing | Guide pupils to write short notes about the topic on the board. | Copy the notes in their exercise books. | Pupils record information for future reference. |
| Step 5: Evaluation | 5 mins | Assessment | Oral questioning | Ask comprehension questions based on the lesson objectives. | Answer the questions orally. | Pupils review and reinforce what they learned. |
| Step 6: Conclusion | 3 mins | Summarization | Recap and reinforcement | Summarize the lesson and remind pupils to make healthy choices. | Listen and ask final questions if any. | Pupils consolidate their understanding of the topic. |
Lesson Content:
Reasons For Taking Substances Into The Body: Imitation, Curiosity, Availability
- Imitation:
Some people take substances because they see others doing it. For example, a child might drink soda because an adult is drinking it. - Curiosity:
People sometimes take substances to find out what they taste like or how they feel after taking them. This could lead to harmful effects. - Availability:
When substances are easy to find, like sweets or drinks in the fridge, people may take them without thinking.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- What does it mean to take a substance due to imitation?
- Give an example of curiosity leading someone to take a substance.
- How can availability make someone take a substance?
- Why is it important to think before taking a substance?
- What should you do when you see someone doing something unsafe?
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan:
This lesson encourages pupils to think critically about their actions and decisions. Make the examples relatable and engage pupils with questions to ensure understanding. Happy teaching!
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