Class: Primary 2
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 1
Age: 6 years
Period:
Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Subject: History
Curriculum Theme: History
Topic: Geography And Environment
Content: Major towns in the state

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

Cognitive Domain: List and name three major towns in the state.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of knowing major towns in their state.
Psychomotor Domain: Point out the locations of major towns on a simple map.
Social Domain: Engage in discussions about the towns and their significance.

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 or flashcards of major towns
Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding major towns in the state is crucial for pupils to connect with their local geography, fostering a sense of identity and community.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Students should have basic knowledge of their local environment and surroundings.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Geography And Environment

Content	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teacher’s Activity	Pupils’ Activity	Learning Point
Introduction	5 mins	Discussion	Question and Answer	Ask students if they know any towns in the state.	Respond to questions and share what they know.	Awareness of prior knowledge about towns.
Major Towns	10 mins	Explanation	Guided Discovery	Guide pupils to name three major towns in the state.	Attempt to name three major towns.	Identification of major towns.
Map Activity	10 mins	Group Activity	Cooperative Learning	Divide the class into groups. Show the map.	Point out locations of major towns on the map.	Psychomotor skill of pointing on the map.
Teaching Strategy	5 mins	Interactive Lecture	Question and Answer	Share interesting facts about each town.	Ask questions about the towns to engage discussion.	Enhanced understanding of town significance.
Note taking	2 mins	Writing	Note Taking	Summarize key points about the major towns.	Copy important information into their notebooks.	Documentation of key information.
Evaluation	5 mins	Question and Answer	Critical Thinking	Ask questions about the towns’ importance.	Discuss and answer questions about the towns’ significance.	Comprehension of the importance of major towns.
Conclusion	3 mins	Recap	Recap and Discussion	Summarize the lesson and its importance.	Share one interesting thing they learned about the towns.	Reinforcement of the lesson’s key points.

Classroom Note:

Major towns in the state.

Lagos (Lagos State): Recognize Lagos as a major economic and commercial hub in Nigeria.
Kano (Kano State): Identify Kano for its historical and cultural significance in Northern Nigeria.
Port Harcourt (Rivers State): Mention Port Harcourt as an important industrial and oil-producing city.
Ibadan (Oyo State): Recognize Ibadan as a major city with rich historical and cultural heritage.

Enugu (Enugu State): Identify Enugu for its role as a major coal-mining and trade center in the southeast.

Evaluation:

Why is it important to know major towns in our state?
Can you point out the locations of the major towns on the map?
What interesting fact did you learn about one of the towns?

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

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Lesson Plan On Geography And Environment – Major Towns In The State (Basic 2)

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Rationale for the Lesson:

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Geography And Environment

Major towns in the state.

Evaluation:

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