• 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

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeacher’s ActivityPupils’ ActivityLearning Point
Introduction 5 minsDiscussionQuestion and AnswerIntroduce 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 minsExplanationStorytellingShare 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 minsGroup ActivityBrainstormingDivide 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 minsRole-PlayingSimulationDemonstrate 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 minsDiscussionOpen DiscussionFacilitate 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 minsWriting Note-TakingSummarize key points on preventing road accidents.Take notes on the importance and ways to prevent road accidents.Summarize essential information for reference.
Evaluation 3 minsQuestion and AnswerQuizAsk questions related to road safety and prevention.Answer quiz questions individually.Assess comprehension of road safety principles.
Conclusion 2 minsRecapReflectionRecap 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:

  1. Always use pedestrian crossings.
  2. Look left and right before crossing the road.
  3. Obey traffic signals and road signs.
  4. Avoid distractions while walking near roads.
  5. Use helmets and seat belts when riding or in a vehicle.

Evaluation:

  1. What are two ways to prevent road accidents?
  2. 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.