Class: Primary 6
Term: 1st Term
Week: 5
Age: 11 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: National Value Education
Curriculum Theme: Security Education
Previous Lesson: Personal Security On Food Intake And Health Well-Being
Topic: Personal Security – Duties Of Children
Content: Duties and responsibilities of children with respect to child security.

Performance Objectives:

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

List five duties children should perform to ensure their personal security.

Affective Domain:

Express the importance of being responsible for their own safety and the safety of others.

Psychomotor Domain:

Demonstrate basic steps to ensure personal security in their daily environment.

Social Domain:

Collaborate with peers to identify security challenges and ways to overcome them.

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 SmartAlert Limited – Security Tips to Keep Your Children Safe
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Posters showing child safety measures
A flipchart with five duties children must perform for personal security
Flashcards for group discussion
Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the duties and responsibilities of children regarding their personal security is crucial in building a safe environment. It teaches pupils to become more aware of their safety and the role they play in keeping themselves secure at home, school, and in their communities.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils are aware of the importance of personal hygiene and safety in relation to food intake and general well-being.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Learning Area: Personal Security – Duties of Children

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

Content Development	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teachers Activity	Pupils Activity	Learning Point
Step 1: Introduction (Set Induction)	5 mins	Discussion	Question and answer	Asks pupils about security challenges they face in their daily lives.	Pupils respond by sharing experiences.	Understand the concept of personal security.
Step 2: Explanation of Duties	10 mins	Lecture	Use of illustrations	Explains the duties of children in ensuring personal security using posters and examples.	Pupils listen attentively and observe illustrations.	Recognize the importance of personal security.
Step 3: Listing the Duties	10 mins	Guided practice	Demonstration	Lists and explains five duties children must perform to secure themselves (e.g., avoiding strangers, reporting suspicious activities, etc.).	Pupils copy the list and take notes.	Grasp key responsibilities for ensuring their own safety.
Step 4: Group Work	7 mins	Group activity	Group discussion	Divides class into small groups to discuss ways to apply these duties in real-life situations.	Pupils discuss within their groups and share ideas.	Apply the duties in various scenarios.
Step 5: Practical Application	5 mins	Hands-on	Role-playing	Asks pupils to role-play situations where they apply the duties (e.g., what to do when approached by a stranger).	Pupils role-play and participate actively.	Practice steps to secure themselves in real-life situations.
Step 6: Note-Taking	2 mins	Writing	Instructional	Directs pupils to copy the classroom note on duties of children for personal security.	Pupils copy the classroom note into their notebooks.	Reinforce knowledge through writing.
Step 7: Evaluation and Conclusion	1 min	Questioning	Recap	Asks questions to assess understanding, provides a summary, and concludes the lesson.	Pupils answer questions and engage with the recap.	Assess and consolidate learning.

Lesson Content

Personal Security – Duties Of Children

Personal security means keeping yourself safe from danger. As children, you have certain duties to perform to ensure your safety at home, in school, and in the community. The following are five key duties you should always remember:

Avoid Strangers: Never talk to or follow someone you don’t know without permission from a trusted adult.
Report Suspicious Activities: If you see anything unusual or someone behaving strangely, report it to an adult immediately.
Stay In Safe Areas: Always play in secure and familiar places like your home or school, and never wander off alone.
Follow Safety Rules: Whether it’s at home, school, or crossing the road, follow the safety guidelines to protect yourself.
Learn Emergency Numbers: Know how to contact emergency services or a trusted adult when needed.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

What are two duties children must perform for personal security?

Why is it important to avoid strangers?
Mention one way to report suspicious activities.
Where are some safe places for children to play?
What is one safety rule you should always follow?

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Personal Security – Duties Of Children (Primary 6)