Ethnic Groups in Nigeria Social Habits Nursery 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 7

Lesson Plan: People in Our Country

Subject:

Social Habits

Class:

Nursery 2

Term:

Second Term

Week:

Week 7

Topic:

People in Our Country

Sub-Topic:

The Three Major Ethnic Groups in Nigeria

Previous Lesson:

The pupils learned about Activities in the School.

Behavioural Objectives:

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

1. Name the three major ethnic groups in Nigeria.
2. Describe the ways of life of these ethnic groups, including their languages, foods, and dressing styles.
3. Relate their cultural differences to everyday life.

Instructional Materials:

1. Wall charts showing the three major ethnic groups in Nigeria.
2. Pictures of traditional foods, clothing, and cultural activities.
3. Flashcards with ethnic group names and corresponding details.
4. Videos showcasing Nigeria’s cultural diversity.

Methods of Teaching:

1. Class Discussion
2. Group Discussion
3. Asking Questions
4. Explanation
5. Role Modelling
6. Role Delegation

Reference Materials:

1. Lagos State Scheme of Work
2. Textbooks on Social Habits
3. Online information on Nigerian culture
4. Workbooks
5. Pictures of the Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo ethnic groups

Content:

Explanation:

Nigeria is a country with over 250 ethnic groups. However, the three largest groups are:

1. Hausa:
   • Concentrated in the northern region of Nigeria.
   • Predominantly Muslim.
   • Speak the Hausa language.
   • Popular food: Tuwo shinkafa with groundnut soup or miyan kuka.
   • Traditional attire: Hijab, babban riga.
2. Yoruba:
   • Found in the western region of Nigeria.
   • Mostly Christians.
   • Speak the Yoruba language.
   • Popular food: Amala, iyan, efo riro, ewedu, and gbegiri.
   • Traditional attire: Iro and buba for women, agbada for men.
3. Igbo:
   • Concentrated in the southeastern region.
   • Rich in music, dance, and art.
   • Speak the Igbo language.
   • Popular food: Fufu with oha soup, nkwobi, and bitter leaf soup.
   • Traditional attire: George wrapper for women, isiagu for men.

Class Activity Discussion

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions (with Options):

1. The largest ethnic group in Nigeria is the ______.
   a) Yoruba b) Hausa c) Igbo d) Fulani
2. The Hausa people are mainly found in the ______ region of Nigeria.
   a) Northern b) Western c) Eastern d) Southern
3. The predominant religion of the Hausa ethnic group is ______.
   a) Christianity b) Islam c) Buddhism d) African Traditional Religion
4. Yoruba people are mostly found in ______ Nigeria.
   a) Eastern b) Northern c) Western d) Southern
5. The language spoken by the Yoruba ethnic group is ______.
   a) Hausa b) Igbo c) Yoruba d) French
6. A common food enjoyed by the Hausa people is ______.
   a) Tuwo shinkafa b) Amala c) Fufu d) Jollof rice
7. Yoruba women traditionally wear ______.
   a) Hijab b) Iro and buba c) Isiagu d) Agbada
8. The Igbo people are predominantly found in ______ Nigeria.
   a) Northern b) Western c) Eastern d) Southern
9. The language spoken by the Igbo ethnic group is ______.
   a) Hausa b) Yoruba c) Igbo d) English
10. Hausa men typically wear ______.
    a) Agbada b) Babban riga c) Isiagu d) Wrapper
11. The Igbo ethnic group is famous for its ______.
    a) Art, music, and dance b) Islamic traditions c) Farming skills d) Long robes
12. Yoruba men often wear ______ as traditional attire.
    a) Isiagu b) Babban riga c) Agbada d) George wrapper
13. The Igbo people enjoy foods like ______.
    a) Tuwo shinkafa b) Amala c) Nkwobi and fufu d) Jollof rice
14. A popular soup eaten by the Igbo people is ______.
    a) Ewedu b) Bitter leaf soup c) Groundnut soup d) Pepper soup
15. The Hausa language serves as a ______ in Nigeria.
    a) Lingua franca b) Local dialect c) Traditional song d) Historical artifact

15 FAQs (with Answers):

1. What are the three largest ethnic groups in Nigeria?
   Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo.
2. Where are the Hausa people mostly found in Nigeria?
   In the northern region.
3. What is the main religion of the Hausa people?
   Islam.
4. What is a popular food eaten by the Hausa people?
   Tuwo shinkafa with miyan kuka.
5. What type of clothes do Hausa men wear?
   Babban riga.
6. Where are the Yoruba people located in Nigeria?
   In the western region.
7. What is the predominant religion of the Yoruba people?
   Christianity.
8. What type of clothes do Yoruba women wear?
   Iro and buba.
9. What is a popular food eaten by the Yoruba people?
   Amala with ewedu and gbegiri.
10. Where are the Igbo people primarily located?
    In the southeastern region.
11. What type of clothes do Igbo men wear?
    Isiagu.
12. What is a popular food eaten by the Igbo people?
    Fufu with oha soup.
13. What language do the Hausa people speak?
    Hausa.
14. What language do the Yoruba people speak?
    Yoruba.
15. What language do the Igbo people speak?
    Igbo.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What are the three major ethnic groups in Nigeria?
2. Where is the Yoruba ethnic group predominantly located?
3. What type of food is popular among the Hausa?
4. What is the predominant religion of the Igbo?
5. What type of attire do Yoruba men wear?
6. Name a soup popular among the Igbo people.
7. What is the main language spoken by the Hausa people?
8. What region of Nigeria do the Igbo people live in?
9. Name a popular food of the Yoruba ethnic group.
10. What is the main religion of the Yoruba people?

Presentation Steps:

Step 1:

Revising the previous lesson on Activities in the School.

Step 2:

Introducing the topic by showing pictures of Nigerian ethnic groups and asking pupils what they know about their own cultures.

Step 3:

Explaining the three major ethnic groups with flashcards, videos, and examples.

Step 4:

Allowing pupils to share their own experiences or foods they like.

Conclusion:

The teacher summarizes the lesson by revising the key points. Pupils are reminded of the beauty in Nigeria’s cultural diversity. The teacher ensures all notes are correctly written and corrects any errors.

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