Personal Security Tips Security Education Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 6 and 8

Lesson Plan: Personal Security Tips for Primary 1

Subject: Security Education
Class: Basic 1 / Primary 1
Term: Second Term
Week: 6 and 8
Age: 5–6 years
Topic: Personal Security
Sub-topic:

  1. Meaning of Personal Security
  2. Personal Security Tips at Home, School, and on the Road

Duration: 40 minutes


Behavioural Objectives

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

  1. Explain the meaning of personal security.
  2. List at least three personal security tips at home.
  3. Mention three personal security tips at school.
  4. State three personal security tips on the road.

Keywords: Security, Strangers, Safety, Pedestrian, Emergency


Set Induction

The teacher shows a picture of a child crossing the road safely and asks:

  • “What do you see in this picture?”
  • “Why is the child using the pedestrian bridge?”

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have prior knowledge of basic school rules and home safety measures.


Learning Resources and Materials

  • Wall charts with images of safety tips (e.g., crossing roads, avoiding strangers).
  • Flashcards with safety tips written on them.
  • Videos or animations showing personal security practices.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Ask pupils:

  • “What do you do when someone knocks on your door at home?”
  • “What should you do if a stranger gives you something on the road?”

Embedded Core Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Listening and speaking skills
  • Problem-solving skills

Learning Materials

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work
  • Textbooks on Security Education
  • Online resources for illustrations

Instructional Materials

  • Charts and flashcards
  • Videos or online visuals

Content

Meaning of Personal Security

Personal security means being careful to keep yourself safe from harm.

Personal Security Tips

At Home

  1. Do not open the door for strangers.
  2. Do not play with matches or fire.
  3. Do not touch electrical gadgets.
  4. Obey your parents’ instructions.
  5. Call for help during emergencies.

At School

  1. Obey your teachers and school safety rules.
  2. Play only in safe areas like the school playground.
  3. Go home straight after school.
  4. Do not give strangers your parent’s contact number.

On the Road

  1. Always use the pedestrian bridge to cross.
  2. Do not accept gifts from strangers.
  3. Walk on the footpath if available.
  4. Use zebra crossings where applicable.

Examples of Personal Security

  1. A child refuses to take sweets from a stranger.
  2. A pupil waits for the teacher’s permission before leaving the school.
  3. A child avoids playing near the fire in the kitchen.
  4. A pupil uses a pedestrian bridge to cross the road.
  5. A child stays away from electrical sockets.

Presentation Structure

Teacher’s Activities

  1. Revise the previous topic (e.g., Office Security).
  2. Introduce the meaning of personal security.
  3. Discuss safety tips at home, in school, and on the road using charts.
  4. Encourage pupils to ask questions or share experiences.
  5. Invite a guest speaker (e.g., PTA Chairman or head teacher) to reinforce the topic.

Learners’ Activities

  1. Answer questions during the revision.
  2. Listen attentively and participate in group discussions.
  3. Analyze pictures or flashcards shown by the teacher.
  4. Practice role-playing safety tips in school and on the road.

Evaluation Questions

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

  1. __________ means taking extra caution to stay safe.
    a) Personal security
    b) Playing games
    c) Walking fast
    d) Talking loud
  2. Do not __________ with fire.
    a) play
    b) eat
    c) sit
    d) wash
  3. Always use the __________ to cross the road.
    a) pedestrian bridge
    b) car
    c) market
    d) door
  4. A __________ is someone you do not know.
    a) parent
    b) stranger
    c) friend
    d) teacher
  5. Obey your __________ in school.
    a) teachers
    b) strangers
    c) cars
    d) gates

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs)

  1. What is personal security?
    It is being careful to stay safe.
  2. Why should we not open doors for strangers?
    Strangers can be dangerous.
  3. What is a pedestrian bridge?
    A special bridge for people to cross roads safely.
  4. Why should we not play with fire?
    Fire can cause burns and accidents.
  5. What should you do in an emergency?
    Call for help immediately.

Assessment

  1. Define personal security.
  2. List two examples of personal security at home.
  3. Mention two personal security tips on the road.
  4. What should you do if a stranger offers you a gift?

Conclusion

The teacher revises the lesson and asks pupils to recap personal security tips. Pupils receive feedback on their activities and homework.


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