The Benefits of obeying Rules And Regulations Civic Education Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 3

Lesson Plan

Subject:

Civic Education

Class:

Primary 1

Term:

Second Term

Week:

3

Age:

6 – 7 years

Topic:

Gains of Obeying Rules and Regulations

Sub-topic:

Meaning and Examples of the Gains of Obeying Rules and Regulations

Duration:

40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. Define what is meant by “gains.”
2. State at least six gains of obeying rules and regulations.
3. Relate these gains to their daily experiences at home, school, and in the community.

Keywords:

Gains, Obey, Rules, Regulations, Praise, Rewards

Set Induction:

The teacher will share a short story of a child who followed school rules and received a gift from the teacher. Pupils will respond by sharing how they felt when they followed rules and were praised.

Entry Behavior:

Pupils are familiar with the meaning and examples of rules and regulations.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures showing children being rewarded for good behavior
• Flashcards with examples of rewards (e.g., gifts, praise)
• Charts with gains of obeying rules written on them

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Pupils have experienced being praised or rewarded when they followed instructions at home or school.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Communication
• Critical thinking
• Self-awareness

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Civic Education Textbooks for Primary 1

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Civic Education for Primary Schools

Instructional Materials:

• Whiteboard and marker
• Flashcards
• Reward charts

Content

Definition of Gains:

1. Gains: These are benefits or good things we receive when we do the right thing or follow the rules.

Examples of Gains of Obeying Rules and Regulations:

1. Love by elders: Elders like children who follow rules.
2. Gifts from elders and friends: Gifts are given as rewards for good behavior.
3. Praise: People say good things about you when you obey rules.
4. Rewards from family: Parents and relatives may give rewards.
5. Respect from others: People respect those who follow rules.
6. Opportunities to lead: Those who follow rules may be chosen as class leaders.

Evaluation Questions

(Fill-in-the-blank, with options)

1. Gains are ________ we receive when we obey rules.
   (a) benefits (b) punishments (c) mistakes
2. One gain of obeying rules is ________ by elders.
   (a) love (b) anger (c) punishment
3. When we obey rules, we may receive ________ from friends.
   (a) gifts (b) warnings (c) complaints
4. Elders ________ children who obey rules.
   (a) praise (b) scold (c) punish
5. Parents may give ________ for good behavior.
   (a) rewards (b) warnings (c) nothing
6. Obeying rules earns us ________ from others.
   (a) respect (b) noise (c) trouble
7. People ________ about those who follow rules.
   (a) say good things (b) complain (c) ignore
8. Children who follow rules may become ________ leaders.
   (a) class (b) bad (c) noisy
9. When we break rules, we lose ________.
   (a) respect (b) gifts (c) love
10. Obeying rules keeps us ________.
    (a) safe (b) tired (c) punished
11. Elders ________ children who break rules.
    (a) scold (b) reward (c) ignore
12. Gifts are a ________ of obeying rules.
    (a) gain (b) punishment (c) complaint
13. Respect is given to those who ________ rules.
    (a) obey (b) break (c) ignore
14. Class leaders are chosen from pupils who ________.
    (a) follow rules (b) complain (c) fight
15. Praise is a form of ________ for good behavior.
    (a) reward (b) punishment (c) trouble

Class Activity Discussion

(FAQs with Answers)

1. What are gains?
   Gains are benefits or good things we get.
2. Why should we obey rules?
   To get rewards and respect.
3. What is one gain of obeying rules?
   Love by elders.
4. What does praise mean?
   Saying good things about someone.
5. Who gives rewards for obeying rules?
   Parents, teachers, and friends.
6. What is one example of a reward?
   Receiving a gift.
7. How do elders show love?
   By praising and giving rewards.
8. Why do people respect those who follow rules?
   Because they are good examples.
9. What happens if we don’t obey rules?
   We lose respect and rewards.
10. Can following rules make us leaders?
    Yes, because it shows good behavior.
11. What does it mean to be rewarded?
    To be given something good for our actions.
12. Why do parents reward children?
    To encourage them to follow rules.
13. How does obeying rules bring love?
    Elders love children who behave well.
14. What is an example of praise?
    Saying, “Well done!”
15. What gain can we get from friends?
    Gifts and respect.

Presentation Structure

1. Teacher’s Activities:
   • Greet the pupils and introduce the topic.
   • Explain the meaning of gains.
   • List the six gains of obeying rules and regulations.
   • Show flashcards and charts with examples of gains.
   • Engage pupils in sharing their experiences of being rewarded.
2. Learners’ Activities:
   • Listen and participate in discussions.
   • Identify examples of gains in pictures.
   • Share examples of rewards they have received.
   • Create a list of gains from obeying rules.

Assessment (Evaluation Questions)

(Short Answer)

1. What are gains?
2. Name one gain of obeying rules.
3. Who rewards children for good behavior?
4. Why do people praise others?
5. What is one example of a reward?
6. How does obeying rules bring respect?
7. Name one gain from friends.
8. What does “praise” mean?
9. Who gives gifts to children?
10. How can following rules make you a leader?

Conclusion:

The teacher will go around to review pupils’ work, correct mistakes, and provide feedback.