Class: Primary 2
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 2
Age: 7 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: History
Curriculum Theme: History
Previous Lesson: Heroes And Heroines In The State
Topic: Heroes And Heroines In The State – 2
Content: Description of heroes and heroines
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: Identify and describe two heroes and heroines from their state.
- Affective domain: Show appreciation for the contributions of these figures to their state.
- Psychomotor domain: Create simple drawings to represent each hero or heroine discussed.
- Social Domain: Discuss in groups the virtues of these heroes and heroines and how they can emulate these virtues.
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 Local Heroes and Their Impact
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures of local heroes and heroines
- Short biographical videos
- Whiteboard and markers
- Worksheets for drawing
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the lives and contributions of local heroes and heroines helps pupils develop a sense of pride and belonging to their community. It also inspires them to think about how they can contribute positively to society.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are expected to remember basic facts about heroes and heroines discussed in the previous lesson.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Heroes And Heroines In The State – 2
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | Set Induction | Teacher greets pupils and asks what they remember about heroes. | Pupils share their memories of previous lessons. | Engaging pupils and recalling prior knowledge |
| Step 2: Describe the first hero | 10 mins | Lecture | Storytelling | Teacher describes the first hero using pictures and stories. | Pupils listen and view pictures. | Learning about specific heroes and their contributions |
| Step 3: Describe the second hero | 10 mins | Lecture | Storytelling | Teacher describes the second hero using pictures and stories. | Pupils listen and view pictures. | Learning about specific heroes and their contributions |
| Step 4: Group discussion | 5 mins | Group Work | Discussion | Teacher organizes pupils into groups to discuss what they learned. | Pupils discuss in groups. | Enhancing social skills and reinforcing knowledge |
| Step 5: Drawing activity | 5 mins | Hands-on | Art creation | Teacher hands out worksheets for pupils to draw the heroes. | Pupils draw the heroes based on their descriptions. | Using art to express understanding of the topic |
| Step 6: Note taking | 2 mins | Writing | Note Taking | Teacher summarizes the key points for pupils to write down. | Pupils write down notes in their books. | Solidifying knowledge through written records |
| Step 7: Conclusion and Evaluation | 3 mins | Q&A | Assessment | Teacher asks review questions and gives feedback. | Pupils answer questions to demonstrate understanding. | Assessing understanding and retention of knowledge |
Classroom Note:
Heroes And Heroines In The State – Description
- Chief Obafemi Awolowo
Chief Awolowo was a very important leader who helped our state and the whole country by making sure that children can go to school for free. - Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe
Dr. Azikiwe was one of the first Presidents of our country, and he worked very hard to make Nigeria a peaceful place where all people can live happily together. - Queen Amina of Zaria: Queen Amina was a strong and brave queen who lived a long time ago. She was known for being a great warrior and leader. She helped to make her kingdom bigger and protected her people with smart strategies and courage.
- Mary Slessor
Mary Slessor came from far away to help people in our state. She was very kind and worked to stop bad traditions and to save the lives of twins. - Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti
Mrs. Ransome-Kuti was a fearless woman who fought for the rights of women in Nigeria. She wanted to make sure that women could vote, go to school, and have the same opportunities as men.
These heroes and heroines have done important things to help our state and country be a better place. They teach us to be brave, kind, and to work hard for what is right.
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Name one hero we learned about today.
- What did Chief Adebayo do for our state?
- Why is Doctor Amaka considered a heroine?
- Draw a picture of one hero and write one sentence about their contribution.
Note for teachers using my lesson plan:
Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, timing and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!
