- Class: Primary 5
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 7
- Age: 10 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Pre-Vocational Studies
- Curriculum Theme: Home Economics
- Previous Lesson: Meaning of Family Life Cycle
- Topic: Family
- Content: Family Values
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Define family values and list different types of family values.
- Affective Domain: Express personal feelings about the importance of family values.
- Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate understanding of family values through role-play activities.
- Social Domain: Work in groups to discuss and present their views on different family values.
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 Vedantu – Family Values – Summary
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Chart papers with family values written on them
- Markers
- Family values flashcards
- A projector for showing relevant videos
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding family values is crucial as it helps pupils appreciate and uphold the important principles that guide family relationships and interactions. This knowledge supports the development of strong, positive family bonds and enhances their social skills.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils should be familiar with the concept of family and its roles, as covered in the previous lesson on the family life cycle.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Family Values
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 | Discussion | Interactive discussion | Introduce the topic of family values and why they are important. Use examples to illustrate. | Listen and respond to questions about family values. | Understanding what family values are and why they matter. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Lecture | Visual aids and examples | Explain different types of family values (e.g., respect, love, responsibility). Use chart papers and flashcards for illustration. | Take notes and ask questions for clarification. | Identifying various family values and their meanings. |
| Step 3: Role-Play Activity | 10 mins | Role-Play | Group activity | Organize pupils into groups and assign each group a family value to act out. | Participate in role-play, demonstrating the assigned family value. | Applying family values through role-play to understand their practical importance. |
| Step 4: Group Discussion | 5 mins | Group Discussion | Collaborative learning | Facilitate a group discussion where pupils share their experiences related to family values. | Share personal experiences and listen to peers. | Understanding personal connections to family values. |
| Step 5: Note-Taking | 5 mins | Individual Work | Structured notes | Guide pupils to summarize key points about family values in their notebooks. | Write down the summarized points about family values. | Consolidating knowledge about family values. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 mins | Question and Answer | Interactive questioning | Ask questions to assess pupils’ understanding of the lesson content. | Respond to evaluation questions. | Checking understanding and retention of family values. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Summary | Recap and reinforcement | Summarize the lesson and highlight the importance of family values in daily life. | Listen and reflect on the summary provided. | Reinforcing the lesson’s key points. |
Lesson Content
Family Values
Family values are the core principles and standards that guide how family members interact and relate to one another. These values shape our behavior and help build strong, supportive family relationships. Some important family values include:
- Respect: Treating each other with kindness and understanding.
- Love: Showing affection and care for each other.
- Responsibility: Taking care of duties and contributing to the family.
- Honesty: Being truthful and transparent with one another.
- Support: Providing encouragement and help to family members.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define what family values are.
- List three different family values discussed in the lesson.
- Describe a personal experience where a family value was important.
- Demonstrate one family value through a brief role-play.
- Discuss why family values are important in maintaining good family relationships.
