Class: Primary 4
Term: 1st Term
Week: 11
Age: 9 years
Period:
Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Subject: History
Curriculum Theme: History
Topic: Federal Capitals
Content: The Current Federal Capital Abuja.
Year it was established.
Location of the old and current federal capitals
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Name the current federal capital and the year it was created.
- Locate the old and the new current federal capital territories on the map of Nigeria.
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:
- Map of Nigeria
- Visuals of Abuja
- Historical timeline visuals
- Whiteboard and markers
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the history of federal capitals is crucial for appreciating the development and changes in the administrative landscape of the country.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have basic knowledge of Nigerian geography.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Federal Capitals
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Point/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 5 mins | Introduce the topic | Introduce the topic and ask questions to gauge prior knowledge. | Respond to questions and show interest. |
| Current Federal Capital | 10 mins | Explanation and Display | Explain Abuja as the current federal capital, its year of establishment, and display visuals. | Listen and take notes. |
| Map Exploration | 10 mins | Group Activity | Provide maps and guide pupils to locate the old and new federal capital territories. | Work in groups to locate on the map. |
| Discussion on Significance | 5 mins | Discussion | Discuss why Abuja was chosen as the federal capital and its significance. | Participate in the discussion. |
| Note Taking | 5 mins | Writing | Summarize key points for note-taking. | Take notes on the important information. |
| Evaluation | 3 mins | Question and Answer | Ask questions related to specific objectives. | Respond to questions individually. |
| Conclusion | 2 mins | Recap and Discussion | Summarize the lesson and emphasize its relevance. | Share thoughts on what they’ve learned. |
Note to Pupils:
Abuja is the current federal capital of Nigeria, established in the year 1991.
The old federal capital of Nigeria was Lagos, and the current federal capital is Abuja. On the map of Nigeria, Lagos is located in the southwestern part of the country, while Abuja is situated more centrally, in the north-central region.
Evaluation:
- What is the current federal capital of Nigeria, and in which year was it established?
- Can you locate the old and new federal capital territories on the map?
Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.
