• Class: Primary 2
  • Term: 2nd Term
  • Week: 3
  • Age: 6 years
  • Period:
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Date:
  • Subject: History
  • Curriculum Theme: History
  • Topic: Geography And Environment
  • Content: Location Of Major Towns in the State

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

  • Cognitive Domain:
  • Identify three major towns in the state on a map.
  • Affective Domain:
  • Develop an appreciation for the significance of knowing the location of major towns in their state.
  • Psychomotor Domain:
  • Point to and name major towns correctly on a map.
  • Social Domain:
  • Collaborate with classmates in identifying and discussing the location of major towns.

Reference Materials:

  • 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
  • Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
  • NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
  • Online Information
  • Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

  • Map of the state
  • Pictures of major towns
  • Marker board and markers
  • Colored pencils
  • Learning charts

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the location of major towns in the state is crucial for developing a sense of place and connecting history to geographical context.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have basic knowledge of their local environment.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Location Of Major Towns In The State

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeachers ActivityPupils ActivityLearning Point
Introduction 5 minsDiscussionQuestioningAsk students if they know the names of major towns in the state.Share what they know about major towns.Understand prior knowledge.
Map Exploration 10 minsDemonstrationVisual Aid (Map)Show a map and identify major towns. Discuss their locations.Observe and listen to the teacher.Learn major towns on the map.
Group Activity 10 minsGroup WorkCollaborative LearningDivide students into groups. Provide pictures of major towns.Identify and discuss the locations in groups.Enhance collaboration skills.
Class Discussion 5 minsDiscussionQuestioningEngage the class in a discussion about what they discovered.Participate actively in the discussion.Reinforce learning through discussion.
Note Taking5 minsWriting Note-TakingProvide key points on major towns. Encourage note-taking.Take notes in their notebooks.Document information learned.
Evaluation3 minsQuestion and AnswerCritical ThinkingAsk questions related to the location of major towns.Answer questions individually.Assess understanding.
Conclusion 2 minsRecapSummarizationSummarize the importance of knowing the location of major towns.Share one thing they’ve learned.Reinforce the lesson’s importance.

Classroom Note:

Location of Major Towns in the State

  1. Lagos:
    • Located in Lagos State, it is the most populous city and the economic hub of Nigeria.
  2. Abuja:
    • The capital city of Nigeria, situated in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
  3. Kano:
    • Found in Kano State, it is a major commercial and industrial center in northern Nigeria.
  4. Port Harcourt:
    • Located in Rivers State, it is a major port city and the center of the oil industry in Nigeria.
  5. Ibadan:
    • Situated in Oyo State, it is one of the largest cities in Nigeria and a significant cultural and historical center.

Evaluation:

  1. Can you name three major towns in our state?
  2. Point to the location of the capital city on the map.
  3. Why is it important to know the location of major towns in our state?

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