Class: Primary 4

Term: 1st Term

Week: 2

Age: 9 years

Period:

Duration: 40 minutes

Date:

Subject: National Values Education

Curriculum Theme: Civic Education

Topic: Meaning Of Government

Content: Define Government

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

  • Define Government.

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:

  • Whiteboard or chalkboard
  • Markers or chalk
  • Pictures or diagrams related to government
  • Simple definitions of government

Rationale for the Lesson:


Understanding the meaning of government is essential for students to grasp the structure and role of government in society and how it affects their daily lives.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:


Students should have a basic understanding of community and rules.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Meaning Of Government

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Point/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Introduction 5 minsIntroduce the topic Start with a question: “What is government?” Encourage students to share their ideas.Respond to the question and express their thoughts.
Defining Government 10 minsDiscussionDiscuss the role of government and its importance. Provide a simple definition.Listen and participate in the discussion. Attempt to define government.
Examples and Pictures 5 minsVisual AidsShow pictures or diagrams of government structures and give examples of government functions.Observe pictures and examples. Discuss and ask questions.
Defining Government 10 minsGroup ActivityDivide students into groups. Each group creates their own definition of government.Work in groups, create a definition, and present it to the class.
Evaluation 5 minsQuestion and AnswerAsk students to answer: “What is government?”Provide their definitions of government.
Conclusion 5 minsRecapSummarize the lesson and emphasize the importance of understanding government in society.Share what they’ve learned in the lesson.

Note to Pupils:

Meaning Of Government


Government Is a group of people who make rules, decisions, and help keep things in order. They work to make sure people are safe and things run smoothly in our community or country.

Evaluation:

  1. What is government?

Note to Teachers:


Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.