Introduction to Social Studies Social Studies Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1
Detailed Student-Centered Lesson Plan for Social Studies – Primary 2
Subject: Social Studies
Class: Primary 2
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 7 years
Topic: Introduction to Social Studies
Sub-topic: Definition and Scope of Social Studies
Duration: 60 minutes
Behavioral Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define social studies.
- Explain the scope of social studies.
- Identify the areas of focus in social studies.
Key Words:
- Social Studies
- Scope
- Areas of Focus
Set Induction:
The teacher starts by asking the pupils what they know about their community and the people around them.
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils have basic knowledge about their families and communities.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Chart showing various aspects of social studies
- Pictures of different communities and people
- Flashcards with key terms
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Discuss how they interact with their family members and friends.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Observation
Learning Materials:
- Textbooks
- Charts
- Flashcards
- Pictures
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work for Social Studies
- Approved Social Studies textbooks for Primary 2
Instructional Materials:
- Flashcards with definitions
- Charts showing the scope of social studies
- Pictures depicting different areas of social studies
Content:
- Definition of Social Studies:
- Social studies is the study of people and their relationships with each other and their environment.
- It helps us understand how people live, work, and play together.
- Scope of Social Studies:
- History: Learning about past events and people.
- Geography: Understanding our environment and places.
- Civics: Knowing our rights and responsibilities.
- Economics: Learning about how we use resources.
- Areas of Focus in Social Studies:
- Family and community
- Culture and traditions
- Government and leadership
- Environment and resources
Questions:
- Social studies is the study of _______. (a) animals (b) people (c) plants (d) machines
- The scope of social studies includes _______. (a) math (b) history (c) sports (d) cooking
- Social studies helps us understand how people _______. (a) sing (b) dance (c) live (d) sleep
- Geography is the study of _______. (a) past events (b) places (c) money (d) games
- Civics teaches us about our _______. (a) rights (b) food (c) pets (d) toys
- Economics is about how we use _______. (a) toys (b) books (c) resources (d) clothes
- Family and community are areas of focus in _______. (a) science (b) social studies (c) art (d) math
- Culture and traditions are part of _______. (a) sports (b) music (c) social studies (d) cooking
- Government and leadership are studied in _______. (a) history (b) math (c) social studies (d) PE
- Environment and resources are included in the scope of _______. (a) social studies (b) music (c) art (d) math
Class Activity Discussion :
- What is social studies? Social studies is the study of people and their relationships with each other and their environment.
- Why is social studies important? It helps us understand how people live, work, and interact.
- What are the main areas of social studies? History, geography, civics, and economics.
- What does history teach us? About past events and important people.
- What is geography? The study of our environment and different places.
- What is civics? Learning about our rights and responsibilities as citizens.
- What does economics deal with? How we use resources like money, time, and materials.
- Why do we study family and community in social studies? To understand how people live and work together.
- What do we learn about culture and traditions in social studies? The customs and practices of different people.
- How does social studies help us understand government and leadership? By learning about how leaders are chosen and how they govern.
Presentation:
Step 1: Review of Previous Lesson
The teacher reviews the previous lesson on understanding our family and friends.
Step 2: Introduction of the New Topic
The teacher introduces the new topic: Social Studies. The teacher explains the definition and scope of social studies using flashcards and charts.
Step 3: Student Contributions
The teacher asks the pupils to share what they think social studies is about. The teacher listens and corrects misconceptions.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Use flashcards to explain key terms.
- Show charts and pictures to illustrate the scope of social studies.
- Ask guiding questions to encourage pupil participation.
Learners’ Activities:
- Listen to the teacher’s explanations.
- Look at the charts and pictures.
- Participate by answering questions and sharing their ideas.
Assessment:
- Define social studies.
- List two areas of focus in social studies.
- Explain the scope of social studies.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is social studies?
- Name one thing we learn in social studies.
- What does history teach us?
- What do we study in geography?
- Why is civics important?
- What is economics about?
- Name one area of focus in social studies.
- What can we learn about family in social studies?
- How does social studies help us understand culture?
- Why do we study government in social studies?
Conclusion:
The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and gives feedback. The teacher summarizes the lesson by highlighting the key points discussed.