Lesson Details:

  • Class: Primary 2
  • Term: 1st Term
  • Week: 8
  • Age: 8 years
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Date:
  • Period:
  • Subject: National Values Education
  • Curriculum Theme: Security Education
  • Topic: Safety at Home
  • Content: Safety precautions at home

Specific Objectives:

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

  1. Explain the general concept of safety at home.
  2. List safety precautions at home – kitchen, bathroom, balcony, etc.

Reference Materials:

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

Instructional Materials:

  • Picture cards of home environments
  • Safety signs
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Safety checklist

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding safety at home is crucial as it ensures the well-being of everyone in the household. It helps prevent accidents and promotes a secure living environment. This knowledge is essential for pupils to apply in their daily lives.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils should have a basic understanding of their home environment and some awareness of the concept of safety.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Safety at Home

Content (Step 1, 2, 3, etc.)TimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Points/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Introduction10 minsDiscussion– Greet the pupils.
– Explain the importance of safety at home.
– Respond to greetings.
– Listen attentively.
What is Safety at Home?10 minsDiscussion– Show pictures of home environments.
– Discuss what safety at home means.
– Identify places at home.
– Share their ideas.
Safety Precautions15 minsGroup Activity– Use safety signs and checklist to teach safety precautions in various home areas (kitchen, bathroom, balcony, etc.).
– Encourage pupils to ask questions.
– Participate in the discussion.
– Ask questions for clarification.
Evaluation5 minsQuestion and Answer– Ask questions related to safety precautions at home.– Answer questions individually.
Note copying 5 minsWriting – Summarize key points about safety at home.– Listen and take notes.

Note to Pupils:

What is Safety at home?

Safety at home means being careful to prevent accidents and keep ourselves and our family safe. 

Safety precautions at home

  1. Kitchen Safety:
  • Always ask a grown-up for help when using sharp objects like knives or scissors.
  • Never touch hot stoves, pots, or pans. They can burn you!
  • Don’t play or run in the kitchen to avoid accidents.

2. Bathroom Safety: 

  • Be careful when getting in and out of the bathtub or shower to prevent slipping.
  • Don’t touch electrical appliances like hairdryers when you’re wet.
  • Always use the toilet properly and flush it after using it.

3. Balcony Safety:

  • Stay away from the edge of the balcony to avoid falling.
  • Don’t lean over the railing or climb on it; it’s not safe.

Evaluation:

  1. What does safety at home mean?
  2. Name one place in the home where safety is important.
  3. Can you give an example of a safety precaution in the kitchen?

Note to Teachers:

Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources. Ensure that safety rules are practical and easy for pupils to understand and follow in their daily lives.