Class: Primary 5
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 3
Age: 10 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Security Education
Previous Lesson: Needs For Personal Security
Topic: Duties And Responsibilities Of Personal Security
Content: Duties of personal security

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive domain: Explain what personal security means and list five duties of personal security.
Affective domain: Demonstrate a positive attitude towards taking responsibility for their own security.
Psychomotor domain: Practice simple actions for self-security, such as locking doors or keeping valuables safe.
Social domain: Discuss with peers how to protect themselves in various situations.

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: Merriam-Webster – Self-security Definition & Meaning
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

A whiteboard and marker
Flashcards with safety tips
A poster showing safe practices (e.g., locking doors, staying alert)
A whistle for demonstration

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the duties and responsibilities of personal security helps pupils to protect themselves and their belongings, fostering independence and awareness of safety in their daily lives.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils already understand the importance of personal security and can identify basic needs for safety, such as having a secure environment.

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	Questioning	Asks pupils to mention some actions that keep them safe.	Pupils respond with examples like locking doors.	The concept of personal security is introduced.
Step 2: Explanation	10 minutes	Discussion	Demonstration	Explains personal security and lists duties with examples.	Pupils listen and observe examples.	understand the meaning of personal security and its duties.
Step 3: Illustration	10 minutes	Visual aids	Practical demonstration	Uses flashcards and posters to illustrate safety practices.	Pupils interact with flashcards and posters.	Visual representation enhances understanding.
Step 4: Note Taking	5 minutes	Guided instruction	Written activity	Guides pupils to write down key points on duties of self-security.	Pupils write down notes.	summarize what they’ve learned.
Step 5: Evaluation	5 minutes	Questioning	Interactive discussion	Asks pupils to answer evaluation questions.	Pupils answer questions and share ideas.	assess their understanding.
Step 6: Conclusion	3 minutes	Recap	Reinforcement	Reviews key points and highlights importance of personal security.	Pupils summarize the lesson orally.	Reinforces the importance of personal security.

Lesson Content

Duties And Responsibilities Of Personal Security

Personal security means taking care of your safety and protecting yourself and your belongings.

Being alert to your surroundings – This means paying attention to people and activities around you.
Locking doors and windows – Always secure your home and personal spaces.
Keeping valuables safe – Do not leave money or gadgets unattended.
Avoiding dangerous areas – Stay away from places that may be unsafe.
Reporting suspicious activities – Inform trusted adults or authorities about anything unusual.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

What is personal security?

List three duties of personal security.
Why is it important to stay alert to your surroundings?
What should you do if you notice something suspicious?
How can you keep your belongings safe?

Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan

Encourage pupils to relate the duties of personal security to their daily lives and provide real-life examples where applicable. Emphasize the importance of alertness and reporting to trusted adults.
Happy teaching!

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Duties And Responsibilities Of Personal Security (Primary 5)