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:

1. Define what rights are.
2. Identify basic rights of citizens.
3. 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:

1. Meaning of Rights:
   • Rights are things we are allowed to have or do.
   • Rights make sure we are treated fairly and safely.
2. 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.
3. 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:

1. Every child has the right to go to __________.
   • a) school
   • b) work
   • c) market
   • d) bank
2. The right to play means children should have time to __________.
   • a) sleep
   • b) play
   • c) eat
   • d) work
3. Children should be __________ at home and school.
   • a) lazy
   • b) ignored
   • c) safe
   • d) rude
4. Visiting a doctor when sick is a right to __________.
   • a) play
   • b) health
   • c) food
   • d) clothes
5. Rights make sure we are treated __________.
   • a) unfairly
   • b) badly
   • c) rudely
   • d) fairly
6. Every child should be __________ to express themselves.
   • a) free
   • b) afraid
   • c) quiet
   • d) hidden
7. Going to __________ every day is enjoying the right to education.
   • a) market
   • b) school
   • c) park
   • d) beach
8. Playing in the __________ is enjoying the right to play.
   • a) park
   • b) office
   • c) shop
   • d) car
9. Being __________ at home and school is enjoying the right to safety.
   • a) loud
   • b) safe
   • c) ignored
   • d) rude
10. Rights are things we are allowed to __________.
    • a) hide
    • b) have or do
    • c) ignore
    • d) lose

10 FAQ with Answers:

1. What are rights?
   • Rights are things we are allowed to have or do.
2. Why is the right to education important?
   • It ensures every child can go to school and learn.
3. What does the right to play mean?
   • Every child should have time to play and rest.
4. Why should children be safe at home and school?
   • It is their right to be protected and feel secure.
5. What is the right to health?
   • Every child should have access to healthcare and visit a doctor when sick.
6. Why is freedom of expression important?
   • It allows children to express themselves respectfully.
7. Can you give an example of enjoying the right to play?
   • Playing in the park.
8. How do we enjoy the right to education?
   • By going to school every day.
9. What should children do if they feel unsafe?
   • Tell a trusted adult, like a parent or teacher.
10. 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:

1. What are rights?
2. Can you name one right you enjoy as a child?
3. Why is the right to play important?
4. How does going to school relate to rights?
5. Why is it important to feel safe at home and school?
6. What does the right to health mean?
7. Can you give an example of expressing yourself respectfully?
8. Why should we respect everyone’s rights?
9. How do rights help us in our daily lives?
10. 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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