Class: Primary 2

Term: 2nd Term

Week: 2

Age: 6 years

Period:

Duration: 40 minutes

Date:

Subject: Basic Science And Technology

Curriculum Theme: Basic Science

Topic: Dangers Of Taking Harmful Substances

Content: Effects Of Abusing Drugs And Using Harmful Substances

Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Identify the effects of abusing drugs.
Explain the effects of using harmful substances.

Reference Materials:

9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Course Book
Online Information
Textbooks (List your relevant textbook here)

Instructional Materials:

Images or illustrations depicting the effects of drug abuse
Examples of harmful substances (non-consumable, for demonstration purposes)
Large paper and markers for brainstorming

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the dangers of taking harmful substances is crucial for the well-being of individuals. This knowledge empowers pupils to make informed decisions regarding their health.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils should have basic knowledge of health and safety.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Dangers Of Taking Harmful Substances

Content	Time	Teaching Method	Teacher’s Point/Activities	Pupils’ Activities
Introduction	5 mins	Introduce the topic	Ask pupils if they know what harmful substances are and why they are dangerous.	Respond to questions and participate in the discussion.
Effects of Abusing Drugs	10 mins	Storytelling/Discussion	Share stories illustrating the effects of abusing drugs. Facilitate a discussion on the stories.	Listen to stories and discuss the effects as a group.
Effects of Using Harmful Substances	10 mins	Demonstration	Show examples of harmful substances and discuss their potential effects.	Observe and ask questions about the harmful substances.
Brainstorming	5 mins	Group Activity	Engage pupils in brainstorming about why it’s important to avoid harmful substances.	Share ideas on why avoiding harmful substances is important.
Note taking	2 mins	Writing	Provide brief notes summarizing the key points of the lesson.	Copy the notes into their notebooks.
Evaluation	3 mins	Question and Answer	Ask questions about the effects of abusing drugs and using harmful substances.	Respond to questions individually.
Conclusion	5 mins	Recap and Discussion	Summarize the lesson and emphasize the importance of making healthy choices.	Share what they’ve learned and discuss the importance of health.

Note to Pupils:

Dangers Of Taking Harmful Substances And Abusing Drugs

Sickness: Abusing drugs and harmful substances can make people very sick, causing various health problems.
Hurt the Body: Using harmful substances can hurt the body and make it weak.
Not Thinking Clearly: Abusing drugs can make it hard for people to think clearly or make good decisions.
Bad Behavior: Taking harmful substances may lead to bad behavior and actions that can get people into trouble.

Can Be Dangerous: Abusing drugs and harmful substances can be dangerous and might even cause death.

Evaluation:

Why is it important to avoid abusing drugs?
Can you name one harmful substance and its potential effects?
What did you learn about the dangers of taking harmful substances?

Note to Teachers:

Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.

Comments

myeshajellingsmail-com on November 17, 2023

This lesson on the dangers of taking harmful substances will teach you about the effects of drug abuse and using harmful substances. It is important to understand these risks so that you can make informed decisions about your health.

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Lesson Plan On Dangers Of Taking Harmful Substances (Basic 2)