Housing – Meaning (Types) and Acquisition of Houses Social Studies Primary 5 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Subject: Social Studies

Class: Primary 5

Term: Third Term

Week: Week 1

Topic: Types of Houses in Nigeria

Sub-topic: Understanding different types of houses, provisions, and means of acquisition

Duration: 45 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

1. Students will be able to identify and describe different types of houses in Nigeria.
2. Students will understand the necessary provisions of houses, such as shelter, water, and electricity.
3. Students will learn about the means of acquiring houses in Nigeria, including buying, renting, and building.

Key Vocabulary Words:

1. Bungalow
2. Duplex
3. Apartment
4. Shelter
5. Water
6. Electricity
7. Buying
8. Renting
9. Building

Learning Resources and Materials:

1. Lagos State Scheme of Work for Social Studies
2. Textbooks on Social Studies for Primary 5
3. Pictures of different types of houses in Nigeria
4. Whiteboard and markers
5. Flashcards with key vocabulary words

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Ask students if they know where they live and what type of house they live in. Show pictures of different types of houses in Nigeria and ask if they have seen any of these before.

Embedded Core Skills: Observation, Communication, Critical Thinking

Content:

1. Types of Houses in Nigeria:
   • Bungalows: One-story houses made of bricks, blocks, or wood. Example: Mr. Ade’s house 🏠
   • Duplexes: Two-story houses with separate living spaces for different families. Example: Mrs. Johnson’s duplex 🏡
   • Apartments: Buildings with many separate living spaces for different families. Example: The high-rise apartment building 🏢
2. Necessary Provisions of Houses:
   • Shelter: Protection from rain, sun, and other weather. Example: Roof over the house 🏠
   • Water: Clean water for drinking, cooking, and washing. Example: Tap or well in the compound 💧
   • Electricity: Power for lights, appliances, and charging devices. Example: Electric meter and bulbs 💡
3. Means of Acquiring Houses in Nigeria:
   • Buying: Paying money to own a house. Example: Mr. Ade bought his bungalow with savings 💰
   • Renting: Paying money to live in someone else’s house. Example: Mrs. Johnson rents her duplex from the landlord 🏠🔑
   • Building: Constructing a new house. Example: The high-rise apartment building was built by a construction company 🏗️🏢

Why Most People Do Not Own a House in Nigeria 

• High cost of building materials
• Activities of land grabbers popularly known as OMO ONILE
• Unemployment or no meaningful means of livelihood
• Poor salary
• Difficult in getting government approval or Certificate of Ownership (C of O)
• Federal Government land Acquisition scheme

What are the needs for Housing 

• Housing or accommodation is essential to life and growth
• It reduces the stress of being exposed to environmental pollutants like smoke, gases or toxin
• House protects us from rash and harsh weather conditions
• It is a measure of financial status in some ways clime
• Housing provides the necessary shelter for religious, social and business functions

Factors That Affect Housing 

• Cost of building materials
• Government policies on importation
• Availability of land for accommodation purposes
• Take home pay as salaries
• Activities of Mortgage banks and other housing schemes operators
• Interest rates
• Population explosion
• House rents
• Inflation

Evaluation :

1. What are the main types of houses people live in Nigeria? a) Cottages b) Bungalows c) Palaces d) Castles
2. Houses provide ________ from weather elements like rain and sun. a) entertainment b) shelter c) transportation d) education
3. What is one necessary provision of houses? a) Ice cream b) Clean water c) Video games d) Chocolate bars
4. Which of the following is a source of power for houses? a) Sunlight b) Wind c) Electricity d) Rain
5. Which means of acquiring houses involves paying money to own a house? a) Renting b) Building c) Buying d) Borrowing
6. Apartments are buildings with many separate living spaces for ________. a) animals b) plants c) families d) toys
7. Duplexes are houses with how many stories? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four
8. What is a common feature of bungalows? a) Swimming pool b) Garage c) Elevator d) Helicopter pad
9. What do people use clean water for in their houses? a) Swimming b) Washing clothes c) Making sandcastles d) Riding bicycles
10. Renting a house means paying money to ________. a) own the house b) build the house c) live in someone else’s house d) sell the house
11. Which means of acquiring houses involves constructing a new house? a) Buying b) Renting c) Borrowing d) Building
12. What is the purpose of a roof on a house? a) To fly kites b) To provide shade c) To play hide and seek d) To protect from weather
13. What is one source of power for lights and appliances in houses? a) Gasoline b) Wind c) Electricity d) Water
14. What do people use electricity for in their houses? a) Cooking b) Reading c) Climbing trees d) Painting pictures
15. Which of the following is not a type of house in Nigeria? a) Bungalow b) Palace c) Treehouse d) Apartment

Step 1:

The teacher revises the previous topic which was about communities and their features, such as schools, hospitals, and markets.

Step 2:

The teacher introduces the new topic by asking students if they know the different types of houses people live in Nigeria. Show pictures and briefly explain each type: bungalows, duplexes, and apartments.

Step 3:

The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions and corrects them when necessary. Encourage students to share if they have lived in or visited any of these types of houses.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Show pictures of different types of houses in Nigeria.
• Explain each type briefly.
• Ask questions to engage students.

Learners’ Activities:

• Look at the pictures and listen to the teacher’s explanation.
• Share their own experiences or knowledge about different types of houses.

Assessment:

Ask students to name one type of house they know and describe one provision necessary in a house.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What are the main types of houses people live in Nigeria?
2. What does a house provide?
3. Name one necessary provision of houses.
4. How do houses get power for lights and appliances?
5. How can people acquire a house in Nigeria?
6. What is a bungalow?
7. What is a duplex?
8. What are apartments?
9. Why is clean water important in houses?
10. Can you name one way to acquire a house in Nigeria?

Conclusion:

The teacher goes around to mark and make necessary corrections on the students’ understanding of the topic. Encourage students to ask questions if they have any doubts.

Characteristics and Features of Adequate Housing