Ways through which Civic Education can be important at Home Civic Education Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3

Lagos State Primary 1 Civic Education Lesson Plan

Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 3
Age: 6 years
Topic: Ways Civic Education is Important
Sub-topic: Importance of Civic Education at Home
Duration: 40 minutes

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

1. Explain how civic education is important at home.
2. List two ways they can practice civic duties at home.
3. Describe how these practices help their family.

Key Words: Civic, education, home, family, help, respect.

Set Induction: Start the lesson by asking the pupils to share ways they help their parents or siblings at home. Discuss how these actions make their home a better place.

Entry Behaviour: Pupils are familiar with helping with chores and being kind to family members.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures of children helping at home.
• Flashcards with keywords.
• Chart paper and markers.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Discuss how pupils have responsibilities at home, such as tidying up their toys or helping set the table.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Communication
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork

Learning Materials:

• Pictures
• Flashcards
• Chart paper

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Civic Education, Primary 1.

Instructional Materials:

• Pictures of children doing chores.
• Flashcards with key words.

Content:

1. Importance of Civic Education at Home:
   • Helping with Chores:
     • Doing tasks like cleaning up, setting the table, and organizing toys.
   • Showing Respect:
     • Speaking kindly to parents and siblings, listening to them, and following house rules.
   • Being Responsible:
     • Taking care of personal belongings, such as toys and clothes.
   • Teamwork in the Family:
     • Working together on tasks and helping each other.
2. Examples of Civic Education Activities at Home:
   • Helping to clean the house.
   • Setting the table for meals.
   • Sharing toys with siblings.
   • Following parents’ instructions promptly.

10 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

1. Helping with __________ is a way to practice civic education at home.
   • a) games
   • b) chores
   • c) watching TV
   • d) sleeping
2. Speaking __________ to family members shows respect.
   • a) kindly
   • b) loudly
   • c) rudely
   • d) quietly
3. Taking care of toys and clothes is being __________.
   • a) lazy
   • b) noisy
   • c) responsible
   • d) messy
4. Setting the table for meals is an example of __________.
   • a) helping
   • b) playing
   • c) fighting
   • d) hiding
5. Following house __________ is part of civic education.
   • a) rules
   • b) games
   • c) stories
   • d) shows
6. __________ toys with siblings is a way to show kindness.
   • a) Breaking
   • b) Sharing
   • c) Hiding
   • d) Losing
7. __________ together on tasks is teamwork.
   • a) Arguing
   • b) Working
   • c) Playing
   • d) Fighting
8. Civic education helps us be __________ family members.
   • a) responsible
   • b) noisy
   • c) lazy
   • d) rude
9. Listening to parents is an example of __________.
   • a) respect
   • b) arguing
   • c) ignoring
   • d) shouting
10. __________ the house is a way to help at home.
    • a) Painting
    • b) Cleaning
    • c) Decorating
    • d) Messing

10 FAQ with Answers:

1. Why is civic education important at home?
   • It helps us learn to help, respect, and be responsible family members.
2. How can we show respect to our family members?
   • By speaking kindly and listening to them.
3. What is one way to help with chores at home?
   • By cleaning up our toys.
4. Why is being responsible important at home?
   • It helps us take care of our belongings and keep the house tidy.
5. How can we show teamwork in our family?
   • By working together on tasks like cleaning or setting the table.
6. What should we do with our toys after playing?
   • We should tidy them up.
7. Why is it important to follow house rules?
   • It keeps everyone safe and happy.
8. How can we help set the table for meals?
   • By placing plates, cups, and utensils on the table.
9. What does it mean to share toys with siblings?
   • It means letting them play with our toys too.
10. How does listening to our parents help at home?
    • It shows respect and helps us learn what to do.

Presentation:

Step 1: Revision of Previous Topic

• The teacher revises the previous topic: “Importance of Civic Education in Schools.”

Step 2: Introduction of the New Topic

• The teacher introduces the new topic: “Ways Civic Education is Important at Home.”
• Discuss how civic education can be practiced at home and why it is important.

Step 3: Pupil Contributions

• The teacher allows the pupils to share their ideas on how they help at home.
• The teacher corrects and guides pupils where necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Show pictures of children helping at home.
• Explain the importance of civic education at home.
• Use flashcards to introduce key words.

Learners’ Activities:

• Look at the pictures.
• Listen to the teacher’s explanations.
• Participate by sharing their own experiences and ideas.

Assessment:

• Ask pupils to mention how they practice civic education at home.
• Observe if pupils can explain why helping and respecting family members is important.

10 Evaluation Questions:

1. How does civic education help us at home?
2. Can you name one thing civic education teaches us about respect at home?
3. Why should we help with chores at home?
4. What is one benefit of being responsible with our toys and clothes?
5. How does civic education encourage teamwork in the family?
6. Why is it important to follow house rules?
7. Can you give an example of a civic education activity at home?
8. How does helping with meals show civic education?
9. What should you do if a sibling needs help with their chores?
10. Why is sharing important in the family?

Conclusion:

• The teacher goes around to check pupils’ work.
• The teacher gives praise and corrects any mistakes.
• The teacher summarizes the lesson, emphasizing the importance of civic education at home.

More Useful Links

• Meaning of Civic Education Civic Education Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1
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