DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A CHILD IN RESPECT TO PERSONAL SECURITY
Subject : Security Education
Class : Primary 5
Term : Second Term
Week : Week 6
Topic :
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A CHILD IN RESPECT TO PERSONAL SECURITY
Behavioural Objectives : By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to
- Explain the word “responsibility”
- Classify the duties of a child in respect to personal security
Previous Topic : REASONS FOR PERSONAL SECURITY
Entry Behaviour : The pupils can relate to different chores that they do at home
Instructional Materials :
- Wall charts
- Pictures
- Related Online Video
- Flash Cards
Methods of Teaching :
- Class Discussion
- Group Discussion
- Asking Questions
- Explanation
- Role Modelling
- Role Delegation
Reference Materials :
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
Content :
WHAT ARE RESPONSIBILITIES ?
Responsibilities are duties or tasks that someone is expected to do. Examples of responsibilities can be:
- Cleaning up your room every day.
- Doing your homework before watching TV.
- Taking care of a pet by feeding and walking it.
- Telling the truth when talking to others.
- Being polite and respectful to everyone.
When we have responsibilities, it means we are in charge of something and we are expected to do it well. It’s important to take our responsibilities seriously and do our best to fulfill them.
WHAT ARE THE DUTIES OF A CHILD IN RESPECT TOPICS PERSONAL SECURITY?
- Learning about safe and unsafe touch: Children should know what is appropriate and inappropriate touching, and how to say “no” if they feel uncomfortable.
- Keeping personal information private: Children should understand the importance of not sharing personal information, such as their name, address, or phone number, with strangers online or in person.
- Knowing their full name, address, and phone number: Children should be able to clearly communicate their personal information in case of emergency.
- Being aware of their surroundings: Children should be aware of their surroundings and the people around them, and be able to identify potential dangers and escape routes.
- Knowing what to do in an emergency: Children should be taught what to do in case of an emergency, such as calling 911 or finding a trusted adult to help them. They should also know how to use emergency devices like fire alarms or first-aid kits
- Understanding and following safety rules and regulations.
- Being aware of warning signs and symbols.
- Knowing their home address.
- Memorizing the phone numbers of family and friends.
- Avoiding seeking help from strangers.
- Knowing the neighborhood security personnel and vigilante groups.
- Following traffic laws and regulations.
- Staying away from drugs and substance abuse.
- Staying clear of dangerous locations.
- Being prepared to call emergency services (e.g. 112) in case of an emergency.
Evaluation
- What is the first step a child should take to ensure their personal security? A. Follow safety rules and regulations B. Ask for help from strangers C. Stay away from drugs D. Avoid dangerous zones
- What should a child know to ensure their personal security? A. Their home address B. Their friends’ phone numbers C. How to contact emergency services D. All of the above
- What is a child’s responsibility when it comes to personal information? A. Share it with anyone B. Keep it private C. Post it on social media D. None of the above
- What should a child be aware of to ensure their personal security? A. The warning signs and symbols B. The people around them C. Potential dangers D. All of the above
- What is a child’s duty when it comes to seeking help? A. Ask for help from strangers B. Avoid asking for help C. Seek help from trusted adults D. None of the above
- What should a child be familiar with to ensure their personal security in their community? A. Neighborhood security personnel B. Traffic signals and laws C. Vigilante groups D. All of the above
- What should a child stay away from to ensure their personal security? A. Drugs and substance abuse B. Dangerous locations C. Traffic laws D. All of the above
- What is a child’s responsibility when it comes to traffic rules and regulations? A. Ignore them B. Follow them C. Break them D. None of the above
- What is a child’s duty in case of an emergency? A. Call 911 B. Avoid calling for help C. Call 112 D. None of the above
- What is a child’s responsibility in terms of their personal security? A. Leave it up to others B. Take it seriously C. Ignore it D. None of the above
CLASSIFICATION OF THE DUTIES OF A CHILD IN RESPECT TO PERSONAL SECURITY
The duties of a child in respect to personal security can be classified into the following categories:
- Knowledge and Awareness: a. Understanding safety rules and regulations b. Recognizing warning signs or symbols c. Knowing the address of their home d. Memorizing phone numbers of family and friends
- Interaction with Strangers: a. Not asking for help from strangers b. Knowing the security personnel in the neighborhood
- Safety on the Road: a. Following traffic signs, rules and regulations b. Staying away from drugs c. Avoiding dangerous zones
- Emergency Response: a. Knowing when and how to call 112 in case of an emergency b. Taking personal security seriously
Evaluation
- What is the first step a child should take to ensure their personal security? a. Understanding safety rules and regulations b. Asking for help from strangers c. Ignoring warning signs and symbols
- Which of the following is NOT a way a child can stay aware and informed about their personal security? a. Knowing the address of their home b. Not memorizing phone numbers of family and friends c. Understanding warning signs and symbols
- What should a child do if they encounter a stranger in an emergency situation? a. Ask for help b. Call 112 c. Ignore the stranger
- What is a child’s duty when it comes to their community security? a. Avoiding the neighborhood security personnel b. Not being familiar with neighborhood security personnel and vigilante groups c. Knowing the neighborhood security personnel and vigilante groups
- What should a child do to ensure their personal security on the road? a. Ignore traffic signs, rules and regulations b. Use drugs c. Follow traffic signs, rules and regulations
- Why is it important for a child to stay away from drugs? a. To ensure their community security b. To ensure their personal security c. To ensure their health and well-being
- What should a child do to avoid dangerous zones? a. Enter dangerous zones b. Ignore dangerous zones c. Stay away from dangerous zones
- What number should a child call in case of an emergency? a. 111 b. 911 c. 112
- How serious should a child take their personal security? a. Not at all serious b. Somewhat serious c. Very serious
- What is the overall goal of a child’s duties and responsibilities in respect to their personal security? a. To ignore their personal security b. To ensure their personal safety and well-being c. To compromise their personal security.
Lesson Presentation
Introduction (10 minutes):
- Explain to the students that today’s lesson will focus on personal security and the duties and responsibilities they have in ensuring their own safety.
- Ask the students to think about what they consider important for their personal security and write them down on a piece of paper.
Body (30 minutes):
- Explain to the students that personal security is the steps we take to protect ourselves from danger and harm.
- Write down the duties and responsibilities of a child in respect to personal security on the whiteboard.
- Explain and classify each duty, such as following safety rules and regulations, understanding warning signs and symbols, and knowing their house’s address.
- Distribute the handouts and have the students read and discuss each duty and responsibility.
- Have the students share their thoughts and questions about the duties and responsibilities listed.
- Use examples and real-life scenarios to help students understand the importance of each duty and responsibility.
Conclusion (10 minutes):
- Summarize the key points from the lesson and emphasize the importance of personal security.
- Encourage the students to take their duties and responsibilities in respect to personal security seriously and to always be aware of their surroundings and potential dangers.
- Have the students share their thoughts on what they learned from the lesson and how they can apply it to their daily lives.
Evaluation:
- Observe students’ engagement and participation during the lesson.
- Collect and assess the handouts for understanding and completion.
- Have a class discussion to assess the students’ understanding of the duties and responsibilities of a child in respect to personal security.
Weekly Assessment Answer all the questions.
- A child’s first duty in ensuring their personal security is to __________ safety rules and regulations.
- It is important for a child to know their __________ address in case of an emergency.
- To ensure their personal security, a child should memorize important phone numbers, such as their __________’s.
- A child should __________ from seeking help from strangers.
- To ensure their personal security in their community, a child should be familiar with neighborhood security personnel and __________ groups.
- A child’s duty in ensuring their personal security is to __________ away from drugs and substance abuse.
- A child should avoid __________ zones to ensure their personal security.
- To ensure their personal security, a child should __________ traffic laws and regulations.
- In case of an emergency, a child should __________ 112.
- A child’s overall responsibility in terms of their personal security is to __________ it seriously
- A child’s duty in ensuring their personal security begins with __________.
- Knowing the address of their home is an important part of a child’s __________.
- In an emergency situation, a child should __________ for help from a stranger.
- A child should be familiar with __________ and vigilante groups in their neighborhood for their security.
- To ensure their safety on the road, a child should __________ traffic signs, rules, and regulations.
- Staying away from drugs is important for a child’s __________ and well-being.
- To avoid dangerous zones, a child should __________ away from them.
- In case of an emergency, a child should call __________.
- The personal security of a child should be taken __________.
- The ultimate goal of a child’s duties and responsibilities in respect to personal security is to __________ their safety and well-being.