Reasons that we should value Nigerian goods Civic Education Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Civic Education Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 6
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 11 years
Topic: Concepts of Valuing Nigerian Goods
Sub-topic: Importance of Valuing and Supporting Locally Made Goods
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Explain the concept of valuing Nigerian goods.
2. Identify some Nigerian-made goods.
3. Analyze the worth and value of Nigerian goods.

Keywords

• Valuing
• Nigerian Goods
• Made in Nigeria
• Worth
• Quality

Set Induction

The teacher will begin by asking the pupils what items they use daily and where they think those items were made. The discussion will lead to the importance of supporting goods made in Nigeria.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have basic knowledge of the products they use at home, such as food, clothing, and household items.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Samples of Nigerian-made goods (e.g., locally produced food items, clothing, and household products)
• Posters or charts showing popular Nigerian brands
• Chalkboard and chalk

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher will build on the pupils’ existing understanding of consumer goods by introducing the concept of supporting local industries through the purchase and use of Nigerian-made products.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Citizenship education
• Economic awareness

Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Civic Education textbooks

Instructional Materials

• Visual aids showing different Nigerian-made goods
• Samples of Nigerian products for demonstration

Content

Concept of Valuing Nigerian Goods

1. Valuing Nigerian Goods
   • Valuing Nigerian goods means appreciating and supporting products made in Nigeria by buying and using them. It also means recognizing the effort, quality, and benefits of using locally made items.
2. Why Valuing Nigerian Goods is Important
   • Economic Growth: When we buy Nigerian goods, we support local businesses, which helps to create jobs and boost the economy.
   • Cultural Pride: Using goods made in Nigeria shows pride in our culture and promotes the use of local resources.
   • Quality Assurance: Many Nigerian goods are made with high-quality materials that are suited to our environment and needs.
   • Reducing Dependence on Imports: By valuing Nigerian goods, we reduce our reliance on foreign products, which strengthens the local market.

Examples of Nigerian-Made Goods

• Food Items: Nigerian rice, garri, beans, yam, palm oil, etc.
• Clothing and Textiles: Ankara fabric, Adire, Aso-oke, etc.
• Household Products: Locally made soaps, detergents, furniture, and electronics.
• Crafts and Arts: Handcrafted baskets, pottery, carvings, and traditional jewelry.

Analyzing the Worth and Value of Nigerian Goods

• Quality: Many Nigerian products are made with durable materials and are often better suited to local conditions than imported goods.
• Cost-Effectiveness: Nigerian goods are usually more affordable because they are produced locally, reducing transportation and importation costs.
• Supporting Local Innovation: Valuing Nigerian goods encourages innovation and creativity among local producers, leading to better products.

Valuing Nigerian Goods

Nigerian Goods are goods , products and services that are of Nigerian Origin. These are the products that made by  Nigerian and for Nigerians .

It is so pathetic and sad  that if a Nigerian woman is selling jollof rice at the gate of the school and another American woman is also selling the same jollof rice at the gate of our school , don’t be surprise that many students and parents will queue to buy the American woman jollof rice , WHY?

Why is it that our people prefer to buy Italian shoes rather than the ones that are made by our brothers in Aba

Why is it that our people prefer to buy fake inferior imported expensive cables rather that the durable cables that are made in Nigeria

Why is it that our people prefer to buy non nutritional par boiled rice rather than Nigerian locally grown and packaged OFADA RICE

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Evaluation

1. Nigerian Goods are goods, products, and services that are of Nigerian ________. a) Flavor b) Origin c) Color d) Shape
2. Nigerian Goods are made by ________. a) People from abroad b) Nigerians c) Foreign companies d) Neighbors
3. It is sad that some people prefer to buy jollof rice from an ________ woman. a) Italian b) American c) African d) Australian
4. Many students and parents may choose to buy jollof rice from the ________ woman. a) Italian b) American c) Nigerian d) Chinese
5. Why do some people prefer to buy Italian shoes instead of shoes made by our brothers in ________? a) New York b) Paris c) Aba d) London
6. Our people sometimes opt for fake, imported, expensive cables over ________ ones made in Nigeria. a) Durable b) Fragile c) Colorful d) Transparent
7. Which type of rice is mentioned as a preference over Nigerian OFADA RICE? a) Brown rice b) Par-boiled rice c) Basmati rice d) Jasmine rice
8. People often choose non-nutritional par-boiled rice over Nigerian OFADA RICE due to ________. a) Its high cost b) Its nutritional value c) Its better taste d) Its longer shelf life
9. Valuing Nigerian Goods means appreciating products that are ________. a) Imported b) Expensive c) Locally made d) Sold by foreigners
10. Supporting Nigerian Goods helps the ________ and the nation’s economy. a) Local businesses b) Foreign markets c) International companies d) Online shopping
11. When we buy Nigerian Goods, we show ________ for our country. a) Dislike b) Disrespect c) Love and support d) Confusion
12. Supporting local products can lead to the growth of ________. a) Foreign economies b) Nigerian businesses c) International brands d) European companies
13. Which type of cables are mentioned as an alternative to imported ones? a) Fake b) Expensive c) Durable d) Colorful
14. Valuing Nigerian Goods is a way of promoting ________. a) Foreign products b) Cultural exchange c) Patriotism and self-reliance d) Globalization
15. When we choose Nigerian Goods, we contribute to building a ________ and stronger nation. a) Weaker b) Smaller c) More prosperous d) Different

The Needs For Us To Value Nigerian Products ,Goods and Services 

1. It is the right thing to do as patriotic citizens of this great country
2. It helps to protect the young local industries ,
3. When we buy made in Nigeria goods , it provides job opportunities for other Nigerians
4. Many industries and factories will be set up in Nigeria if we patronize and buy made in Nigeria goods.
5. Unemployment rate will reduce .
6. Youths will be gainfully employed .
7. Crime rate will reduce .
8. Some locally grown food are more nutritious than the imported chemically laden cancer causing  processed embalmed food
9. Nigerian superb well sewn attire brings out our diverse beauty in culture and we need to cherish ,protect and guide our culture by buying and wearing Nigerian made clothes .
10. When we buy Nigerian made goods, it strengthens our National economy

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Evaluation

1. Valuing Nigerian products is the right thing to do as ________ citizens of this country. a) Responsible b) Foreign c) Patriotic d) Global
2. Supporting Nigerian products helps to protect ________ local industries. a) Aging b) Young c) Foreign d) International
3. Buying made in Nigeria goods provides job opportunities for ________ Nigerians. a) Skilled b) Unemployed c) Foreign d) International
4. If we patronize and buy made in Nigeria goods, more industries and factories will ________ in Nigeria. a) Close down b) Expand c) Move abroad d) Shut down
5. Supporting local products can help ________ the unemployment rate. a) Increase b) Maintain c) Reduce d) Stabilize
6. When we buy Nigerian products, ________ can be gainfully employed. a) Children b) Youths c) Elderly d) Foreigners
7. Valuing Nigerian products can contribute to a ________ in crime rate. a) Rise b) Reduction c) Stability d) Change
8. Some locally grown foods are more nutritious than imported chemically laden ________ food. a) Nutritious b) Processed c) Organic d) Expensive
9. Nigerian-made attire showcases our diverse beauty in ________. a) Fashion trends b) Culture c) Imported goods d) International markets
10. Supporting Nigerian-made clothes helps to cherish, protect, and guide our ________. a) Economy b) Culture c) International relations d) Education system
11. When we buy Nigerian-made goods, it strengthens our ________. a) Global ties b) National economy c) Local communities d) Foreign relations
12. Patronizing Nigerian products is an act of ________ for our nation. a) Indifference b) Disrespect c) Patriotism d) Globalization
13. Valuing Nigerian products can lead to the ________ of our industries. a) Decline b) Neglect c) Growth d) International expansion
14. Supporting Nigerian products shows our commitment to ________ and self-reliance. a) Globalization b) Independence c) International trade d) Foreign investment
15. When we choose Nigerian products, we contribute to building a ________ and more prosperous nation. a) Weaker b) Smaller c) Stronger d) Different

Evaluation

Fill in the blank with the correct option (a, b, c, or d):

1. Valuing Nigerian goods means __________. a) ignoring them
   b) appreciating and supporting them
   c) rejecting them
   d) destroying them
2. When we buy Nigerian goods, we help to __________ the local economy. a) destroy
   b) weaken
   c) support
   d) neglect
3. An example of a Nigerian-made food item is __________. a) imported rice
   b) Nigerian rice
   c) foreign pasta
   d) imported bread
4. Using Nigerian goods shows __________ in our culture. a) shame
   b) pride
   c) disrespect
   d) disregard
5. Nigerian textiles like Ankara and Adire are examples of __________. a) foreign goods
   b) locally made goods
   c) imported goods
   d) cheap products
6. By valuing Nigerian goods, we reduce our __________ on imports. a) dependence
   b) interest
   c) indifference
   d) support
7. Nigerian products are often more __________ because they are made locally. a) expensive
   b) affordable
   c) complicated
   d) unnecessary
8. Valuing Nigerian goods encourages __________ among local producers. a) laziness
   b) innovation
   c) imitation
   d) neglect
9. An example of a Nigerian-made household product is __________. a) imported soap
   b) locally made soap
   c) foreign detergent
   d) imported electronics
10. Using Nigerian goods helps to promote __________. a) foreign products
    b) cultural pride
    c) imported goods
    d) international brands
11. Valuing Nigerian goods helps to create __________ in the country. a) unemployment
    b) jobs
    c) poverty
    d) economic challenges
12. Nigerian goods are often made with __________ materials. a) poor
    b) durable
    c) foreign
    d) imported
13. Reducing the reliance on foreign products strengthens the __________. a) foreign market
    b) local market
    c) international economy
    d) global market
14. Nigerian crafts like pottery and baskets are examples of __________. a) imported goods
    b) local arts and crafts
    c) foreign crafts
    d) unnecessary items
15. Valuing Nigerian goods is important for __________. a) increasing imports
    b) boosting the foreign economy
    c) supporting the local economy
    d) ignoring local businesses

Class Activity Discussion

1. Why is it important to value goods made in Nigeria?
   • It is important because it supports local businesses, creates jobs, and promotes our culture and economy.
2. Can you name some Nigerian-made goods you use at home?
   • Examples might include Nigerian rice, locally made soap, and Ankara fabric.
3. How does using Nigerian goods show cultural pride?
   • It shows that we appreciate and are proud of the products made in our country, which reflects our culture and identity.
4. What are some benefits of buying Nigerian goods instead of imported ones?
   • Benefits include supporting the local economy, getting better quality suited to our needs, and promoting innovation in Nigeria.
5. How can we encourage more people to value Nigerian goods?
   • By educating them about the benefits, promoting Nigerian products, and setting a good example by using them ourselves.
6. Why is reducing dependence on foreign products good for Nigeria?
   • It strengthens our economy, reduces the outflow of money to other countries, and helps local businesses grow.
7. What is the difference between Nigerian and imported goods in terms of cost and quality?
   • Nigerian goods are often more affordable and better suited to our environment, while imported goods might be more expensive due to transportation costs.
8. How does valuing Nigerian goods contribute to job creation?
   • When we buy local products, we support businesses that need to hire more people to meet demand.
9. What role does innovation play in the production of Nigerian goods?
   • Innovation leads to the creation of better products, new ideas, and improved quality, making Nigerian goods more competitive.
10. In what ways can Nigerian-made goods be promoted?
    • Through advertising, government support, community initiatives, and by encouraging people to buy and use them.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Valuing Nigerian goods helps in supporting __________ businesses.
2. When we buy Nigerian products, we contribute to creating more __________ opportunities.
3. The topic of today’s lesson is “Reasons Why We Should Value __________ Goods.”
4. Supporting locally-made products can help to boost the __________ economy.
5. Our consumer choices have an impact on the __________ of our nation.
6. One reason to value Nigerian goods is to strengthen our __________.
7. In small groups, students discussed whether they would choose Nigerian-made products or __________ ones in a given scenario.
8. Our actions as consumers can influence the growth of __________ industries.
9. Supporting Nigerian goods is a way of showing __________ to our country.
10. In conclusion, valuing Nigerian goods is important for building a __________ and more prosperous nation.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic on reasons for national honor awards.
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic by explaining the concept of valuing Nigerian goods and why it is important for the economy and cultural pride.
Step 3: The teacher engages the pupils in identifying and analyzing the worth of various Nigerian-made goods, encouraging them to share their thoughts on the importance of supporting local products.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain the concept of valuing Nigerian goods.
• Provide examples of Nigerian-made goods.
• Lead a discussion on the benefits of supporting local products.

Learners’ Activities

• Participate in the discussion on the importance of valuing Nigerian goods.
• Identify Nigerian-made goods they use at home.
• Analyze the value and worth of Nigerian products.

Assessment

• Have pupils list reasons why it is important to value Nigerian goods.
• Ask pupils to identify Nigerian-made goods they know or use.
• Test pupils’ understanding with the fill-in-the-blank questions provided earlier.

Evaluation Questions

1. What does it mean to value Nigerian goods?
2. Why is it important to support goods made in Nigeria?
3. Can you name three examples of Nigerian-made goods?
4. How does buying Nigerian goods help the local economy?
5. What are the benefits of using Nigerian goods over imported ones?
6. How does valuing Nigerian goods show cultural pride?
7. Why is it important to reduce reliance on foreign products?
8. How can innovation improve the quality of Nigerian goods?
9. In what ways does using Nigerian products create jobs?
10. How can we encourage more people to buy Nigerian goods?

Conclusion

The teacher goes around to check the pupils’ work and provides feedback. The teacher emphasizes the importance of supporting Nigerian-made goods for the betterment of the local economy and cultural pride.

Valuing Nigerian Goods

Nigerian Goods are goods , products and services that are of Nigerian Origin. These are the products that made by  Nigerian and for Nigerians .

It is so pathetic and sad  that if a Nigerian woman is selling jollof rice at the gate of the school and another American woman is also selling the same jollof rice at the gate of our school , don’t be surprise that many students and parents will queue to buy the American woman jollof rice , WHY?

Why is it that our people prefer to buy Italian shoes rather than the ones that are made by our brothers in Aba

Why is it that our people prefer to buy fake inferior imported expensive cables rather that the durable cables that are made in Nigeria

Why is it that our people prefer to buy non nutritional par boiled rice rather than Nigerian locally grown and packaged OFADA RICE

[mediator_tech]

Evaluation

1. Nigerian Goods are goods, products, and services that are of Nigerian ________. a) Flavor b) Origin c) Color d) Shape
2. Nigerian Goods are made by ________. a) People from abroad b) Nigerians c) Foreign companies d) Neighbors
3. It is sad that some people prefer to buy jollof rice from an ________ woman. a) Italian b) American c) African d) Australian
4. Many students and parents may choose to buy jollof rice from the ________ woman. a) Italian b) American c) Nigerian d) Chinese
5. Why do some people prefer to buy Italian shoes instead of shoes made by our brothers in ________? a) New York b) Paris c) Aba d) London
6. Our people sometimes opt for fake, imported, expensive cables over ________ ones made in Nigeria. a) Durable b) Fragile c) Colorful d) Transparent
7. Which type of rice is mentioned as a preference over Nigerian OFADA RICE? a) Brown rice b) Par-boiled rice c) Basmati rice d) Jasmine rice
8. People often choose non-nutritional par-boiled rice over Nigerian OFADA RICE due to ________. a) Its high cost b) Its nutritional value c) Its better taste d) Its longer shelf life
9. Valuing Nigerian Goods means appreciating products that are ________. a) Imported b) Expensive c) Locally made d) Sold by foreigners
10. Supporting Nigerian Goods helps the ________ and the nation’s economy. a) Local businesses b) Foreign markets c) International companies d) Online shopping
11. When we buy Nigerian Goods, we show ________ for our country. a) Dislike b) Disrespect c) Love and support d) Confusion
12. Supporting local products can lead to the growth of ________. a) Foreign economies b) Nigerian businesses c) International brands d) European companies
13. Which type of cables are mentioned as an alternative to imported ones? a) Fake b) Expensive c) Durable d) Colorful
14. Valuing Nigerian Goods is a way of promoting ________. a) Foreign products b) Cultural exchange c) Patriotism and self-reliance d) Globalization
15. When we choose Nigerian Goods, we contribute to building a ________ and stronger nation. a) Weaker b) Smaller c) More prosperous d) Different

The Needs For Us To Value Nigerian Products ,Goods and Services 

1. It is the right thing to do as patriotic citizens of this great country
2. It helps to protect the young local industries ,
3. When we buy made in Nigeria goods , it provides job opportunities for other Nigerians
4. Many industries and factories will be set up in Nigeria if we patronize and buy made in Nigeria goods.
5. Unemployment rate will reduce .
6. Youths will be gainfully employed .
7. Crime rate will reduce .
8. Some locally grown food are more nutritious than the imported chemically laden cancer causing  processed embalmed food
9. Nigerian superb well sewn attire brings out our diverse beauty in culture and we need to cherish ,protect and guide our culture by buying and wearing Nigerian made clothes .
10. When we buy Nigerian made goods, it strengthens our National economy

[mediator_tech]

Evaluation

1. Valuing Nigerian products is the right thing to do as ________ citizens of this country. a) Responsible b) Foreign c) Patriotic d) Global
2. Supporting Nigerian products helps to protect ________ local industries. a) Aging b) Young c) Foreign d) International
3. Buying made in Nigeria goods provides job opportunities for ________ Nigerians. a) Skilled b) Unemployed c) Foreign d) International
4. If we patronize and buy made in Nigeria goods, more industries and factories will ________ in Nigeria. a) Close down b) Expand c) Move abroad d) Shut down
5. Supporting local products can help ________ the unemployment rate. a) Increase b) Maintain c) Reduce d) Stabilize
6. When we buy Nigerian products, ________ can be gainfully employed. a) Children b) Youths c) Elderly d) Foreigners
7. Valuing Nigerian products can contribute to a ________ in crime rate. a) Rise b) Reduction c) Stability d) Change
8. Some locally grown foods are more nutritious than imported chemically laden ________ food. a) Nutritious b) Processed c) Organic d) Expensive
9. Nigerian-made attire showcases our diverse beauty in ________. a) Fashion trends b) Culture c) Imported goods d) International markets
10. Supporting Nigerian-made clothes helps to cherish, protect, and guide our ________. a) Economy b) Culture c) International relations d) Education system
11. When we buy Nigerian-made goods, it strengthens our ________. a) Global ties b) National economy c) Local communities d) Foreign relations
12. Patronizing Nigerian products is an act of ________ for our nation. a) Indifference b) Disrespect c) Patriotism d) Globalization
13. Valuing Nigerian products can lead to the ________ of our industries. a) Decline b) Neglect c) Growth d) International expansion
14. Supporting Nigerian products shows our commitment to ________ and self-reliance. a) Globalization b) Independence c) International trade d) Foreign investment
15. When we choose Nigerian products, we contribute to building a ________ and more prosperous nation. a) Weaker b) Smaller c) Stronger d) Different