Class: Primary 3
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 4
Age: 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: History
Curriculum Theme: History
Previous Lesson: Ancient Towns in Nigeria; Calabar & Gobe
Topic: Ancient Towns In Nigeria; Idah & Ife
Content: Idah & Ife

Performance Objectives:

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

Cognitive Domain: Identify the geographical locations of Idah and Ife on the map of Nigeria.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the historical significance of Idah and Ife in Nigerian history.
Psychomotor Domain: Draw the map of Nigeria and mark the locations of Idah and Ife.
Social Domain: Discuss the cultural heritage of Idah and Ife with classmates.

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 Britannica – Idah | Nigeria, Location, Map, History, & Fact
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Map of Nigeria
Pictures of Idah and Ife
Flashcards with key historical facts
Chalkboard and chalk
Projector for showing images

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the ancient towns of Idah and Ife helps pupils appreciate Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and history. This knowledge fosters a sense of identity and pride in their cultural background.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils have previously learned about ancient towns in Nigeria such as Calabar and Gobe, which provides a foundational understanding of Nigeria’s historical geography.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Learning Area: Ancient Towns In Nigeria: Idah & Ife

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

Content Development	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teacher’s Activity	Pupils’ Activity	Learning Point
Step 1: Introduction	5 mins	Discussion	Question and Answer	Ask pupils about Calabar and Gobe	Respond to questions	Recall prior knowledge
Step 2: Idah Overview	7 mins	Lecture	Use of visual aids	Show map and locate Idah, explain its significance	Observe and listen	Understand Idah’s location
Step 3: Ife Overview	7 mins	Lecture	Use of visual aids	Show map and locate Ife, explain its significance	Observe and listen	Understand Ife’s location
Step 4: Cultural Heritage	7 mins	Group discussion	Cooperative learning	Discuss the cultural heritage of Idah and Ife using pictures	Participate in discussion	Appreciate cultural heritage
Step 5: Drawing Activity	5 mins	Hands-on activity	Guided practice	Guide pupils to draw Nigeria’s map and mark Idah and Ife	Draw and mark maps	Develop mapping skills
Step 6: Note Taking	5 mins	Direct instruction	Demonstration	Write key points on the board for pupils to copy	Copy notes	Summarize lesson points
Step 7: Evaluation	4 mins	Oral questions	Formative assessment	Ask questions to assess understanding	Answer questions	Assess comprehension

Lesson Content:

Ancient Towns In Nigeria; Idah and Ife

Idah:

Located in Kogi State, central Nigeria.
Historically significant as the capital of the Igala Kingdom.
Known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional festivals.

Ife:

Located in Osun State, southwestern Nigeria.
Considered the spiritual home of the Yoruba people.
Famous for its ancient artworks and the Ife Head sculptures.

Both towns played crucial roles in the history and culture of Nigeria.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Point out the locations of Idah and Ife on the map of Nigeria.
Explain why Idah is historically significant.
Describe an important cultural aspect of Ife.
Discuss with a partner what they found most interesting about Idah or Ife.

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!

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Ancient Towns In Nigeria; Idah & Ife (Primary 3)