Term: 1st Term

Week: 1

Class: Basic 2

Age: 8 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Curriculum Theme: Civic Education 

Subject: National Value Education 

Topic: Meaning Of Civic Education 

Content: Definition Of Civic Education

Instructional Materials:

  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Chart paper with markers
  • Pictures or flashcards depicting community helpers, rules, and responsibilities
  • Printed handouts with key points
  • Timer or clock

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

  • Define civic education
  • Mention 2 things civic education teaches about

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have a basic understanding of communities and people around them.

Rationale for the Lesson:
Civic education is important because it teaches children about their roles and responsibilities as active members of a community. It helps them understand how societies work, the importance of rules, and how to contribute positively to their community.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Meaning of Civic Education

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Points/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Step 1: Introduction and Discussion5 minDiscussion– Greet the students
-Ask if they know about “civic education”
-Explain that civic education is about learning to be responsible citizens
– Greet the teacher
-Respond to the greeting
-Listen attentively
-Ask questions if needed
Step 2: Key Points about Civic Education10 minExplanation– Present key points on chart paper (rules, responsibilities, community helpers, cooperation) Explain each -point briefly– Look at the chart paper
-Listen carefully to the explanation -Participate in discussions
Step 3: Discussion on Rules and Responsibilities10 minGroup Discussion– Discuss the concept of rules
-Give examples of rules at home, school and in the community -Discuss the importance of following rules and being responsible
– Share their ideas and experiences
-Listen to others’ experiences
-Contribute to the discussion
Step 4: Activity: Matching Game5 minGroup Activity– Provide pictures of community helpers and responsibilities
-Have students match pictures to the correct responsibilities
– Participate in the matching activity
-Match the pictures and descriptions correctly
-Discuss their choices with peers
Step 5: Summary and Recall5 minRecap– Review key points briefly
-Ask students to recall the two things they learned about civic education
– Listen to the recap
-Recall and repeat the two things
Step 6: Evaluation5 minQuestion and Answer– Ask questions related to the lesson
-Allow students to answer individually
– Respond to the questions
-Raise hands to answer questions
Step 7: Note Copying5 minIndividual Activity– Provide printed handouts with key points– Copy key points into notebooks

Note:

Definition Of Civic Education 

Civic education is the learning process that helps us understand our roles and responsibilities as members of a community.

It teaches us about the rules, values, and behaviors that make our community a better place to live. 

Evaluation Questions:

  1. What is civic education?
  2. Can you give an example of a community helper?
  3. Why is it important to follow rules in our community?

Teaching Aids:

  • Chart paper with key points
  • Pictures or flashcards of community helpers and responsibilities

NOTE TO TEACHERS:
Please note that the actual content of the lesson, teaching methods, and pupil activities may vary based on your specific teaching style, curriculum, or available resources. Feel free to customize the lesson plan to fit your needs.