- Class: Primary 2
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 9
- Age: 6 years
- Period:
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Date:
- Subject: National Values Education
- Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
- Topic: Drugs
- Content: Categories Of Drugs
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Mention the different categories of drugs.
Reference Materials:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Course Book
- Online Information
- Textbooks (List your relevant textbook here)
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures or illustrations of various drugs
- Whiteboard and markers
- Flashcards with drug categories
- Interactive charts
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding drug categories is crucial for promoting awareness and making informed choices in daily life.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Basic awareness of medicines and substances.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Categories Of Drugs
Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Point/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduction | 10 mins | Introduce the lesson | Engage pupils with a question: “What are medicines or substances we use?” | Respond to the question and share ideas. |
Categories of Drugs | 10 mins | Discussion | Discuss various categories of drugs: medicinal drugs, recreational drugs, and harmful drugs. | Listen and participate in the discussion. |
Examples | 10 mins | Visual Aid | Show pictures or flashcards representing each drug category. Discuss examples. | Identify and discuss examples of each category. |
Note Taking | 5 mins | Writing | Provide a brief summary of the key points on the board. | Take notes in their notebooks. |
Evaluation | 3 mins | Question and Answer | Ask questions like: “Can you name a medicinal drug?” “What are harmful drugs?” | Answer questions individually. |
Conclusion | 2 mins | Recap and Summary | Summarize the lesson and emphasize the importance of making healthy choices. | Share thoughts on what they learned. |
Note to Pupils:
Categories Of Drugs
- Medicinal Drugs:
- These are medicines prescribed by doctors to make us feel better when we are sick.
2. Recreational Drugs:
- These are substances used for fun and enjoyment, like candies and treats.
3. Harmful Drugs:
- These are substances that can be dangerous or unhealthy for our bodies. Examples include some strong medicines not taken under a doctor’s guidance.
Evaluation:
- Name one example of a medicinal drug.
- What is the purpose of recreational drugs?
- Why should we avoid harmful drugs?
Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.