Class: Primary 4
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 4
Age: 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: National Values Education
Previous Lesson: Concept of Local Government
Topic: Concept of State Government
Content: State Government as the second level of government.

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain: Explain the concept of state government and list at least five duties of state government.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of the state government’s role in their daily lives.
Psychomotor Domain: Create a chart showing the structure of the state government.
Social Domain: Discuss how the state government impacts their local communities.

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 Wikipedia – State government
Relevant textbooks.

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

A chart showing the structure of the state government.
Flashcards with duties and problems of state government.
Whiteboard and marker.
Pictures of state government officials at work.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the concept of state government helps pupils recognize its importance in governance and service delivery. It fosters a sense of responsibility and appreciation for their role as active citizens.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils are familiar with the concept of local government from the previous lesson and can relate to the role of leadership in their communities.

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 mins	Set Induction	Questioning	Asks pupils to recall what they learned about local government in the previous lesson.	Respond to teacher’s questions.	Pupils connect prior knowledge of local government.
Step 2: Explanation of Concept	8 mins	Direct Instruction	Storytelling	Explains the meaning of state government as the second level of government.	Listen attentively and ask questions.	Pupils understand the concept of state government.
Step 3: Duties of State Government	7 mins	Direct Instruction	Discussion	Lists and explains five duties of the state government.	Contribute by sharing their understanding.	Pupils identify the state government’s duties.
Step 4: Problems and Solutions	8 mins	Group Work	Brainstorming	Divides pupils into groups to identify problems of the state government and suggest solutions.	Work in groups and present their findings.	Pupils understand challenges and solutions.
Step 5: Note Taking	5 mins	Demonstration	Writing	Guides pupils to copy notes on state government.	Copy the notes into their books.	Pupils have a written reference on the topic.
Step 6: Evaluation	5 mins	Oral Testing	Interactive Questioning	Asks questions to test understanding of the topic.	Answer the teacher’s questions.	Pupils demonstrate understanding of the topic.
Step 7: Conclusion	2 mins	Summarization	Review	Summarizes key points and encourages pupils to observe the roles of state government in their environment.	Listen and ask clarifying questions.	Pupils reflect on how the state government impacts them.

Lesson Content

Concept of State Government

State government is the second level of government in Nigeria. It is responsible for governing the affairs of a state and is led by the governor. The state government works with various ministries to provide services to the people.

Duties of State Government:

Provide education through state schools.
Maintain state roads and infrastructure.
Manage healthcare services through state hospitals.
Enforce state laws and maintain security.
Promote economic development within the state.

Problems of State Government:

Lack of funds to complete projects.
Corruption among officials.
Poor infrastructure management.
High unemployment rates.
Inadequate healthcare facilities.

Solutions to the Problems:

Increase transparency and accountability.
Improve revenue generation methods.
Ensure proper maintenance of infrastructure.
Provide job creation initiatives.
Allocate more funds to healthcare.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Define the concept of state government.

Mention three duties of the state government.
List two problems of state government.
Suggest one solution to each problem.
Discuss how the state government affects their local area.

Note for Teachers Using this Lesson Plan

Ensure pupils understand the relationship between local and state government. Encourage active participation through group discussions and brainstorming. Use relatable examples to explain duties and challenges of state government.
Happy teaching!

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Concept Of State Government (Primary 4)