Meaning and Examples of Rights of Citizens Civic Education Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 7
Lagos State Primary 1 Civic Education Lesson Plan
Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 7
Age: 6 years
Topic: Rights of Citizens
Sub-topic: Meaning and Examples of Rights of Citizens
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define what rights are.
- Identify basic rights of citizens.
- Mention examples of rights they enjoy as children.
Key Words: Rights, citizens, freedom, respect, safety, education.
Set Induction: Start the lesson by asking the pupils if they know what it means to have a right. Discuss their answers and guide them to the topic.
Entry Behaviour: Pupils are familiar with rules and fairness at home and school.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Pictures depicting various rights (e.g., right to play, right to education).
- Flashcards with keywords.
- Chart paper and markers.
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Discuss how pupils feel when they are treated fairly and allowed to play and learn.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Rights awareness
Learning Materials:
- Pictures
- Flashcards
- Chart paper
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work for Civic Education, Primary 1.
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures showing children enjoying their rights.
- Flashcards with key words.
Content:
- Meaning of Rights:
- Rights are things we are allowed to have or do.
- Rights make sure we are treated fairly and safely.
- Examples of Rights of Citizens:
- Right to Education:
- Every child should go to school and learn.
- Right to Play:
- Every child should have time to play and rest.
- Right to Safety:
- Every child should be safe and protected.
- Right to Health:
- Every child should have access to healthcare.
- Right to Freedom:
- Every child should be free to express themselves respectfully.
- Right to Education:
- Examples in Everyday Life:
- Going to school every day is enjoying the right to education.
- Playing in the park is enjoying the right to play.
- Being safe at home and school is enjoying the right to safety.
- Visiting a doctor when sick is enjoying the right to health.
10 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:
- Every child has the right to go to __________.
- a) school
- b) work
- c) market
- d) bank
- The right to play means children should have time to __________.
- a) sleep
- b) play
- c) eat
- d) work
- Children should be __________ at home and school.
- a) lazy
- b) ignored
- c) safe
- d) rude
- Visiting a doctor when sick is a right to __________.
- a) play
- b) health
- c) food
- d) clothes
- Rights make sure we are treated __________.
- a) unfairly
- b) badly
- c) rudely
- d) fairly
- Every child should be __________ to express themselves.
- a) free
- b) afraid
- c) quiet
- d) hidden
- Going to __________ every day is enjoying the right to education.
- a) market
- b) school
- c) park
- d) beach
- Playing in the __________ is enjoying the right to play.
- a) park
- b) office
- c) shop
- d) car
- Being __________ at home and school is enjoying the right to safety.
- a) loud
- b) safe
- c) ignored
- d) rude
- Rights are things we are allowed to __________.
- a) hide
- b) have or do
- c) ignore
- d) lose
10 FAQ with Answers:
- What are rights?
- Rights are things we are allowed to have or do.
- Why is the right to education important?
- It ensures every child can go to school and learn.
- What does the right to play mean?
- Every child should have time to play and rest.
- Why should children be safe at home and school?
- It is their right to be protected and feel secure.
- What is the right to health?
- Every child should have access to healthcare and visit a doctor when sick.
- Why is freedom of expression important?
- It allows children to express themselves respectfully.
- Can you give an example of enjoying the right to play?
- Playing in the park.
- How do we enjoy the right to education?
- By going to school every day.
- What should children do if they feel unsafe?
- Tell a trusted adult, like a parent or teacher.
- Why are rights important?
- They ensure we are treated fairly and can live safely and happily.
Presentation:
Step 1: Revision of Previous Topic
- The teacher revises the previous topic: “Other Ways Civic Education is Important.”
Step 2: Introduction of the New Topic
- The teacher introduces the new topic: “Meaning and Examples of Rights of Citizens.”
- Explain what rights are and why they are important.
Step 3: Pupil Contributions
- The teacher allows the pupils to share their ideas on what rights they think they have.
- The teacher corrects and guides pupils where necessary.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Show pictures of children enjoying their rights.
- Explain the meaning of rights and give examples.
- 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 some of their rights.
- Observe if pupils can explain why these rights are important.
10 Evaluation Questions:
- What are rights?
- Can you name one right you enjoy as a child?
- Why is the right to play important?
- How does going to school relate to rights?
- Why is it important to feel safe at home and school?
- What does the right to health mean?
- Can you give an example of expressing yourself respectfully?
- Why should we respect everyone’s rights?
- How do rights help us in our daily lives?
- What should you do if your rights are not respected?
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 understanding and enjoying our rights.
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