Class: Primary 5
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 3 & 4
Age: 10 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
Previous Lesson: Meaning and Importance of Organisation and Cooperation
Topic: Resource Preservation: Meaning
Content: Meaning of resources, Meaning of preservation, Concept of resource preservation.
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Define resources and preservation.
- Affective Domain: Explain the importance of preserving resources in daily life.
- Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate ways to preserve common resources like paper and water.
- Social Domain: Discuss with peers the benefits of preserving resources 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: Wikipedia – Resource
- Relevant textbooks.
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Charts showing different types of resources.
- Flashcards with definitions of key terms.
- Water and paper for demonstrations.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding resource preservation helps pupils learn how to manage resources effectively, ensuring they are available for future generations and reducing waste in daily life.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have basic knowledge of resources in their environment and have observed actions like recycling or saving water at home.
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 | Interactive discussion | Introduces topic using pictures of resources. | Respond to questions on the pictures. | understand the concept of resources. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Lecture | Use of visual aids | Defines “resources” and “preservation.” | Listen and take notes. | Clear understanding of key terms. |
| Step 3: Concept Development | 10 mins | Demonstration | Hands-on activity | Shows ways to preserve resources like water. | Participate in demonstration. | Learn practical resource preservation. |
| Step 4: Note Taking | 5 mins | Explanation | Guided learning | Guides pupils to copy a short note. | Copy the notes neatly. | Retain important lesson information. |
| Step 5: Evaluation | 5 mins | Questioning | Open-ended questions | Asks questions about preservation benefits. | Answer questions verbally. | Reinforce understanding of the topic. |
| Step 6: Conclusion | 5 mins | Recap | Interactive review | Summarizes the lesson and connects to real life. | Share what they learned with peers. | Grasp the practical relevance of preservation. |
Lesson Content
Resource Preservation: Meaning
Resources are materials or assets that help us meet our needs. Examples include water, paper, and land.
Preservation means taking care of resources to ensure they are not wasted or depleted.
Concept of Resource Preservation
Resource preservation means protecting and using resources wisely so they remain available for future use.
Benefits of Resource Preservation
- It prevents waste and saves money.
- It ensures resources are available for future generations.
- It protects the environment.
- It promotes sustainability.
- It fosters responsibility and care in individuals.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define resources and preservation.
- List three examples of resources in their environment.
- Mention two benefits of resource preservation.
- Suggest one way to preserve water.
- Explain why preservation is important in daily life.
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Encourage pupils to think about how they use resources at home and in school. Use relatable examples to make the lesson more engaging. Connect the topic to ongoing environmental issues to make it relevant. Happy teaching!
