Class: Primary 5
Term: 1st Term
Week: 6
Age: 10 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Security Education
Previous Lesson: Consequences Of Failure To Report Danger
Topic: Ways Of Securing Our Neighborhood
Content: Various Ways Of Securing Our Neighborhood

Performance Objectives:

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

Cognitive Domain: List and describe different ways to secure the Neighborhood.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of environmental security and show a positive attitude towards safeguarding it.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate practical steps to secure their surroundings, such as locking doors or reporting suspicious activities.
Social Domain: Collaborate with peers to discuss and plan ways to enhance environmental security 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 Guard911 – 7 Simple Neighborhood Safety Tips
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Posters illustrating security measures
A whiteboard for writing and drawing
Security-related pamphlets or brochures

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding how to secure our Neighborhood is crucial for ensuring safety and preventing potential dangers. This lesson equips students with practical knowledge and skills to protect their surroundings, contributing to a safer community.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Students should have an understanding of basic safety rules and have previously discussed the importance of reporting dangers.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Learning Area: Ways Of Securing Our Neighborhood

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Content Development	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teacher’s Activity	Pupil’s Activity	Learning Point
Step 1: Introduction	5 mins	Lecture & Discussion	Engaging questions	Ask students if they know why securing our environment is important. Introduce the topic and outline what will be covered.	Listen and respond to questions.	Understanding the importance of environmental security.
Step 2: Explanation	10 mins	Interactive Lecture	Examples & illustrations	Explain different ways to secure the environment (e.g., locking doors, reporting suspicious activities). Use posters for visual aid.	Take notes and ask questions.	Learning various methods to secure the environment.
Step 3: Demonstration	10 mins	Practical Demonstration	Step-by-step process	Demonstrate how to lock doors properly and how to report suspicious behavior.	Practice locking doors in a mock setup.	Practicing security measures.
Step 4: Group Activity	8 mins	Group Work	Collaborative discussion	Divide the class into groups. Each group discusses and lists additional ways to secure their environment.	Work in groups to brainstorm and share ideas.	Collaborating to identify more security measures.
Step 5: Note Taking	3 mins	Note-Taking	Writing Key Points	Summarize the key points on the board.	Copy the notes into their notebooks.	Recording important information about security.
Step 6: Evaluation	2 mins	Q&A	Quick Assessment	Ask a few questions to review what was learned.	Answer questions about securing the environment.	Assessing understanding of the topic.
Step 7: Conclusion	2 mins	Recap & Summary	Reinforcement	Recap the main points and emphasize the importance of applying these measures.	Reflect on the lesson and ask final questions.	Reinforcing key security measures.

Lesson Content

Ways Of Securing Our Neighborhood

Securing our neighborhood means taking steps to protect ourselves and our surroundings from potential dangers. This includes:

Locking doors and windows: Always ensure that doors and windows are locked when not in use.
Reporting suspicious activities: Inform authorities about any unusual behavior or potential threats.
Keeping the environment clean: A tidy environment helps in avoiding hazards and making it easier to spot problems.
Using security devices: Employing alarms and cameras can help in monitoring and protecting premises.
Educating others: Share safety tips with friends and family to enhance community security.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

List at least three ways to secure the neighborhood.
Explain why it is important to report suspicious activities.
Demonstrate how to lock a door properly.
Describe one method to keep their surroundings clean and safe.

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Ways Of Securing Our Neighborhood (Primary 5)