Class: Primary 4
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 2
Age: 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Security Education
Previous Lesson: Reasons For Security Education
Topic: Ways Of Securing Our Environment
Content: Various means of security.

Performance Objectives:

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

Cognitive Domain: Identify and list at least five ways of securing the environment.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of protecting the environment.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate how to apply one of the security measures in their community.
Social Domain: Discuss how securing the environment can help improve safety in their community.

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: Nature’s Path – 5 Ways You Can Protect the Environment
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Charts showing different security measures
Pictures of community safety practices
Flashcards with security tips

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding ways to secure our environment is essential because it helps us live in safer communities. By learning how to protect our surroundings, we contribute to reducing dangers and making our environment a better place to live. This knowledge helps pupils become responsible citizens who care about their community.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils are expected to know the basic concepts of security and some common dangers in their environment, such as strangers or accidents. They should also have basic understanding of community practices.

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	Interactive discussion	The teacher asks the pupils what they understand by “security” and why it’s important to keep our environment safe. They are encouraged to give examples.	Pupils share their ideas and examples on what makes an environment safe.	Security means keeping our environment safe from harm.
Step 2: Explanation of Content	10 minutes	Lecture with examples	Visual aids & real-life examples	Teacher introduces the topic of securing the environment, showing pictures and examples of safety practices like using fences, streetlights, and securing doors and windows.	Pupils listen, observe, and ask questions based on the pictures shown.	Ways to secure the environment include simple practices like securing our homes and streets.
Step 3: Practical Application	8 minutes	Demonstration	Role-playing	Teacher demonstrates how a person should lock doors, use streetlights, and identify dangerous places.	Pupils role-play securing their own environment based on the teacher’s demonstration.	Demonstrating security measures helps us learn how to protect our homes.
Step 4: Note-taking	5 minutes	Independent work	Writing notes	Teacher asks pupils to take notes on the ways to secure the environment.	Pupils write down the points discussed.	Written notes help remember key points.
Step 5: Evaluation	5 minutes	Question & Answer	Verbal questioning	Teacher asks comprehension questions to assess understanding of the lesson.	Pupils answer the teacher’s questions based on what they have learned.	Verbal evaluation tests how much pupils have understood the topic.
Step 6: Conclusion	5 minutes	Summarization	Recap	Teacher summarizes the main points of the lesson and encourages pupils to apply what they’ve learned in their daily lives.	Pupils participate in summarizing the key points of the lesson.	Applying what we’ve learned keeps our environment safe.

Lesson Content:

Ways Of Securing Our Environment

Our environment includes everything around us, like our homes, streets, and schools. It’s important to keep our environment safe from harm so that everyone can feel secure. below are some ways to secure our environment:

Locking doors and windows – Always make sure doors and windows are securely locked when not in use to prevent unauthorized entry.
Using streetlights – Ensure that streetlights are on at night to brighten our surroundings and reduce dangers.
Not leaving valuables outside – Never leave valuable items like bikes or electronics outside where they can be stolen.
Reporting suspicious activities – If you see something unusual in your community, it’s important to tell an adult or a security officer immediately.
Avoiding unsafe areas – Stay away from places that are not well-lit or are known to be dangerous.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

What is one way to keep your home safe from thieves?

Why is it important to have streetlights at night?
What should you do if you see a suspicious person in your area?
Can you give an example of an unsafe place to avoid?
What are the benefits of securing our environment?

Note for teachers using this lesson plan:

When guiding the pupils, make sure to emphasize the importance of applying these security measures in their own homes and schools. Engage the pupils with real-life examples and encourage them to take action. Remember, security education is vital to creating a safer community.
Happy teaching!

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Ways Of Securing Our Environment (Primary 4)