Class: Primary 4
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 2
Age: 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: History
Curriculum Theme: History
Previous Lesson: Meaning & Names Of Heroes And Heroines
Topic: History And Contributions Of Heroes And Heroines In The Locality
Content: Life history and contribution of the heroes and heroines in the locality of the school.

Performance Objectives

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

Identify five heroes and heroines in their locality.
State the major contributions of these individuals.

Affective Domain:
3. Appreciate the efforts of the heroes and heroines in shaping the community.

Psychomotor Domain:
4. Discuss in small groups the life history of one hero or heroine.

Social Domain:
5. Demonstrate teamwork while participating in a role-play about the heroes and heroines.

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: Legit.ng – Top 20 heroes and heroines in Nigeria and their contributions
Relevant textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Pictures of local heroes and heroines
A chart displaying the timeline of contributions
A map of the locality
Flashcards with key terms related to the topic

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the contributions of local heroes and heroines helps pupils appreciate their cultural heritage and inspires them to contribute positively to their communities.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils already know the meaning and names of some heroes and heroines from the previous lesson.

Instructional Procedures

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 minutes	Set induction	Discussion & Q&A	Ask pupils to name heroes/heroines they know and what makes them famous.	Respond with names and their significance.	Pupils recall prior knowledge about heroes.
Step 2: Explanation of Topic	10 minutes	Expository	Storytelling & Visuals	Explain the life history of five heroes/heroines using pictures and a chart.	Listen attentively and ask questions.	Pupils understand life history and contributions.
Step 3: Group Activity	8 minutes	Collaborative	Role-play	Organize pupils into groups to act out the contributions of one hero/heroine.	Participate actively in role-play.	Pupils develop teamwork and creativity.
Step 4: Note-Taking	7 minutes	Guided writing	Visual aid & prompts	Dictate key points for pupils to copy.	Write down the key points.	Pupils summarize key aspects of the topic.
Step 5: Evaluation	5 minutes	Interactive	Q&A	Ask questions to test understanding.	Answer questions orally.	Pupils review and reinforce learning.
Step 6: Conclusion	5 minutes	Summarization	Recap	Recap the lesson and highlight the importance of recognizing local heroes.	Listen and ask final questions.	Pupils understand the lesson’s relevance.

Lesson Content

History And Contributions Of Heroes And Heroines In The Locality

Heroes and heroines are individuals who have made significant contributions to society. Below are five notable figures and their contributions:

Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti: Born in Abeokuta, Nigeria, Funmilayo was an educator and activist who fought for women’s rights. She led protests against unfair colonial taxes and worked for social reforms to empower women.
Mary Slessor: Born in Scotland, Mary Slessor moved to Nigeria as a missionary. She is celebrated for stopping the killing of twins in Calabar, a practice that saved many lives. She dedicated her life to helping communities and promoting education.
Nnamdi Azikiwe: Known as the “Zik of Africa,” Nnamdi Azikiwe was born in Zungeru, Nigeria. He was a nationalist who fought for Nigeria’s independence and later became its first president. His efforts shaped the country’s political future.
Queen Amina of Zazzau: Amina was a warrior queen in northern Nigeria, born in the 16th century. She expanded her kingdom, strengthened its army, and promoted trade by building walls around cities, which became trade hubs.
Obafemi Awolowo: Born in Ikenne, Nigeria, Awolowo was a politician and visionary leader. He introduced free education in Western Nigeria, which greatly increased literacy and access to schooling.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Name three heroes or heroines from their locality.

Mention one major contribution of Mary Slessor.
State two things Obafemi Awolowo did to improve education.
Discuss how Queen Amina contributed to trade.
Why should we appreciate heroes and heroines?

Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan

Encourage active participation by relating the stories of heroes/heroines to real-life scenarios. Use visuals to make the lesson engaging and relatable for pupils. Be patient with pupils who may need extra time to grasp the topic. Happy teaching!

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History And Contributions Of Heroes And Heroines In The Locality (Primary 4)