Lesson Note On Security Agencies For Primary 2

• Class: Primary 2
• Term: 3rd Term
• Week: 1
• Age: 7 years
• Duration: 40 minutes
• Subject: National Value Education
• Curriculum Theme: Security Education
• Previous Lesson: Obedience to security agencies
• Topic: Security Agencies

• Content/Learning Area: Definition of security agencies, examples of security agencies

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

• Cognitive Domain: Define security agencies and name three examples.
• Affective Domain: Show appreciation for the role of security agencies in maintaining law and order.
• Psychomotor Domain: Create a simple drawing of a security agency symbol (like a police badge).
• Social Domain: Discuss with peers the importance of different security agencies.

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 Wikipedia – Security Agencies
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Flashcards of security agency symbols
• Diagrams of security agency roles
• Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the role and importance of security agencies is crucial for young learners to appreciate the mechanisms that protect their community and uphold the law. It fosters a sense of security and civic responsibility from an early age.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge of community helpers and the concept of safety, as discussed in the previous lessons.

Instructional Procedures:

Learning Area: Security Agencies

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Classroom Note:

Definition Of Security Agencies

Security agencies are organizations responsible for the enforcement of laws, protection of property, and the safety of people. These agencies play a important role in maintaining public order and security.

Examples of security agencies include:

1. Police Force – They maintain law and order.
2. Fire Service – They deal with fire and rescue operations.
3. Medical Emergency Services (Red Cross) – They provide immediate medical help during emergencies.
4. Coast Guard – They ensure the safety of our waters.
5. Nigerian Armed Forces – They defend the country from external threats and ensure internal security.
6. Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) – They provide emergency response and public safety services.
7. Nigerian Immigration Service – They regulate and monitor immigration into and out of Nigeria.
8. Nigerian Customs Service – They oversee the regulation and taxation of goods entering and exiting the country, and combat smuggling and other illegal activities.

Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. What is a security agency?
2. Can you name three types of security agencies?
3. Describe a symbol of any one security agency.
4. Why are security agencies important in our community?

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!