Class: Primary 6
Term: 1st Term
Week: 7
Age: 11 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: National Value Education
Curriculum Theme: Civic Education
Previous Lesson: People For National Awards
Topic: Reason For National Honours Awards: Hard Work & Obedience
Content: Hard work and obedience

Performance Objectives:

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

Cognitive Domain: Define and explain the concepts of hard work and obedience.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of hard work and obedience in achieving national recognition.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate examples of hard work and obedience through role-play or discussion.
Social Domain: Encourage peers to practice hard work and obedience in school and at home.

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 Punch Newspapers – National honours: Rewarding patriots or patronage?
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Flashcards with definitions of “hard work” and “obedience”
Chart showing past recipients of National Honours Awards
Role-play cards for group activities
Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the importance of hard work and obedience helps pupils appreciate the value of effort and discipline in achieving success. It also highlights how these qualities are recognized through national awards, encouraging students to adopt them in their own lives.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils have previously learned about people who have been honored with National Awards, which prepares them to understand the values behind such recognition.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Learning Area: Reason For National Awards: Hard Work & Obedience

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 (Set Induction)	5 mins	Discussion & Q&A	Brainstorming	Ask pupils what they know about National Honours Awards and what qualities people must show to earn these awards.	Pupils share their thoughts on hard work and obedience.	Build pupils’ prior knowledge on the topic.
Step 2: Explanation of Hard Work	10 mins	Lecture & Discussion	Direct instruction	Define hard work and explain why it is important. Use examples of famous individuals recognized for their efforts.	Pupils listen and ask questions. Some pupils contribute examples they know.	Pupils understand the meaning of hard work.
Step 3: Explanation of Obedience	10 mins	Storytelling & Role-Playing	Group activity	Define obedience and explain its relevance. Share stories of individuals who were obedient to laws or authority and were recognized for it.	Pupils listen to the story and role-play obedience in groups.	Pupils understand the meaning and value of obedience.
Step 4: Discussion on National Awards	5 mins	Interactive Discussion	Class discussion	Discuss how hard work and obedience lead to national awards. Show a chart of past award recipients.	Pupils observe the chart and ask questions about awardees.	Pupils relate hard work and obedience to awards.
Step 5: Note-taking	5 mins	Written Exercise	Writing	Provide classroom notes on hard work and obedience.	Pupils copy notes into their exercise books.	Pupils retain the key points of the lesson.
Step 6: Evaluation	3 mins	Q&A	Recall and Application	Ask pupils evaluation questions to assess their understanding.	Pupils respond orally to the evaluation questions.	Pupils can express understanding of the lesson.
Step 7: Conclusion	2 mins	Summarization & Encouragement	Summary of learning	Summarize the lesson by reinforcing the value of hard work and obedience. Encourage pupils to practice these values.	Pupils listen attentively and participate in the closing remarks.	Pupils leave with a strong understanding of the topic.

Lesson Content

Reason For National Honours Awards: Hard Work and Obedience

National Honours Awards are given to individuals who have contributed significantly to society through their efforts and discipline. Two key qualities that are recognized through these awards are hard work and obedience.

Hard work means putting in your best effort and working diligently towards your goals. People who work hard are often rewarded with success. For example, individuals who dedicate time and energy to solving problems in their communities are often recognized through national awards.

Obedience means following rules, respecting authority, and doing what is right. People who are obedient and respectful of the laws of the land are often honored for their discipline and good character. Obedience helps maintain peace and order in society, and this is why it is valued in national awards.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Define hard work and obedience.
Mention two reasons why people are awarded National Honours.
Give an example of someone who received a national award for hard work.
Explain how obedience can lead to national recognition.

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Reason For National Honours Awards: Hard work & Obedience (Primary 6)