- Class: Primary 3
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 4
- Age: 8 years
- Period:
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Date:
- Subject: National Values Education
- Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
- Topic: Road Accident
- Content: Prevention of Road Accident
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify two ways of preventing road accidents.
- Affective Domain: Express the importance of road safety in personal and community well-being.
- Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate basic road safety rules through role-playing.
- Social Domain: Collaborate with classmates to discuss and share ideas on preventing road accidents.
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:
- Pictures/videos depicting road safety
- Chart/Posters on road safety rules
- Markers and whiteboard
- Role-play props (optional)
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding how to prevent road accidents is crucial for personal safety and community well-being. It instills a sense of responsibility and contributes to building a safer society.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have basic knowledge of road safety signs and rules.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Road Accident – Prevention Of Road Accident
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | Question and Answer | Introduce the topic and ask students to share what they know about preventing road accidents. | Respond to questions and discuss their knowledge. | Importance of understanding road safety. |
| Importance of Road Safety | 5 mins | Explanation | Storytelling | Share a short story or scenario emphasizing the importance of road safety. | Listen attentively and discuss the importance. | Understand the significance of preventing road accidents. |
| Two Ways of Prevention | 10 mins | Group Activity | Brainstorming | Divide students into groups. Guide them to mention two ways of preventing road accidents. | Discuss and list two ways as a group. | Identify key measures for preventing road accidents. |
| Role-Playing | 5 mins | Role-Playing | Simulation | Demonstrate basic road safety rules through role-playing. Encourage students to participate. | Act out road safety scenarios in groups. | Apply road safety rules through practical scenarios. |
| Class Discussion | 5 mins | Discussion | Open Discussion | Facilitate a class discussion on the role-playing scenarios and lessons learned. | Share thoughts and reflections on road safety. | Reinforce understanding through shared insights. |
| Note Taking | 5 mins | Writing | Note-Taking | Summarize key points on preventing road accidents. | Take notes on the importance and ways to prevent road accidents. | Summarize essential information for reference. |
| Evaluation | 3 mins | Question and Answer | Quiz | Ask questions related to road safety and prevention. | Answer quiz questions individually. | Assess comprehension of road safety principles. |
| Conclusion | 2 mins | Recap | Reflection | Recap the lesson and encourage students to reflect on their responsibility in preventing road accidents. | Share reflections and thoughts on road safety. | Emphasize personal responsibility for road safety. |
Classroom Note:
Ways Of Preventing Road Accidents:
- Always use pedestrian crossings.
- Look left and right before crossing the road.
- Obey traffic signals and road signs.
- Avoid distractions while walking near roads.
- Use helmets and seat belts when riding or in a vehicle.
Evaluation:
- What are two ways to prevent road accidents?
- Why is it important to follow road safety rules?
Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.
