HEROINES IN THE COMMUNITY

SUBJECT:        HISTORY   

CLASS:          BASIC  1 / GRADE 1 / PRIMARY 1

TERM:          SECOND TERM  (2ND TERM )

WEEK :          WEEK 4 AND 5

TOPIC :          HEROINES IN OUR COMMUNITY

• Who is a Heroines
• Notable Heroines  in our community
• The background an achievement of Heroines  in our community
• Importance of the Heroines  in the community

LEARNING OBJECTIVES :

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

• Explain the who is a Heroines
• Give examples of the Heroines  in the community
• Relate the background and achievement of Heroines  in our community
• Examine the importance of Heroines in the community

LEARNING ACTIVITIES :

All the Learning activities engaged on during this term will be revisited.

• Pupils as a class brainstorm on the meaning of a Heroine
• Pupils as individuals are guided to the gives examples of Heroines  in the community.
• Pupils, in pairs, share and relate the background and achievement of Heroines  in the community
• Pupils in small groups analyse the importance of Heroines in the the community.

EMBEDDED CORE SKILLS

• COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION
• CRITICAL THINKING AND PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS
• LEADERSHIP AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
• CITIZENSHIP
• DIGITAL LITERACY

LEARNING RESOURCES

• Textbook
• Picture charts showing Heroines es in the community
• Gallery walk
• Online Resources

CONTENT

Who is a heroine?

A heroine is a woman who is admired for her bravery, strength, and achievements. Just like heroes, heroines can come from any walk of life and can be famous or everyday people. They are role models who inspire others and make the world a better place.

For example, a mother who works hard to provide for her family and always puts their needs first, a doctor who helps sick people get better, or a teacher who helps her students learn and grow, can all be considered heroines.

Being a heroine means doing what is right, even when it is difficult, and always striving to make the world a better place. It’s important to recognize and celebrate the heroines in our own lives and in the world.

Notable Heroines in Nigeria

1. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti: She was a women’s rights activist who fought for the rights of women and children in Nigeria. She helped women get involved in politics and stood up for their rights.
2. Hajiya Gambo Sawaba: She was a political leader and a women’s rights activist who fought for the rights of women and girls in Northern Nigeria. She worked hard to make sure that girls had access to education and that women had equal rights.
3. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: She is a writer and a storyteller who uses her writing to speak out about important issues, like the experiences of women and girls in Nigeria. Her books help people understand important parts of Nigerian history and culture.
4. Hauwa Liman: She was a humanitarian worker who helped people in need, like refugees and displaced people. She was dedicated to making sure that everyone had access to basic needs like food, shelter, and medical care.
5. Dora Akunyili: She was a public servant and leader who worked to improve the health and well-being of people in Nigeria. She helped create a more effective health system and worked to fight against fake and counterfeit medicines.

These heroines have made a difference in the lives of many people in Nigeria and are a great source of inspiration for children.

Evaluation

1. Who was a women’s rights activist who fought for the rights of women and children in Nigeria? a. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti b. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie c. Dora Akunyili
2. Who fought for the rights of women and girls in Northern Nigeria? a. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti b. Hajiya Gambo Sawaba c. Dora Akunyili
3. Who used her writing to speak out about important issues, like the experiences of women and girls in Nigeria? a. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti b. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie c. Dora Akunyili
4. Who helped people in need, like refugees and displaced people? a. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti b. Hauwa Liman c. Dora Akunyili
5. Who worked to improve the health and well-being of people in Nigeria? a. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti b. Hauwa Liman c. Dora Akunyili
6. Who was a political leader and a women’s rights activist? a. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti b. Hajiya Gambo Sawaba c. Dora Akunyili
7. Who worked hard to make sure that girls had access to education and that women had equal rights? a. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti b. Hajiya Gambo Sawaba c. Dora Akunyili
8. Who helped create a more effective health system and worked to fight against fake and counterfeit medicines? a. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti b. Hauwa Liman c. Dora Akunyili
9. Who was dedicated to making sure that everyone had access to basic needs like food, shelter, and medical care? a. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti b. Hauwa Liman c. Dora Akunyili
10. Who is a writer and a storyteller who uses her writing to speak out about important issues? a. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti b. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie c. Dora Akunyili

Lesson Presentation

Introduction (10 minutes):

• Start the lesson by asking students if they know what a hero is. Write their answers on the board.
• Explain that a hero is someone who is admired for their bravery, strength, and achievements.
• Ask if they know what a heroine is. Write their answers on the board.
• Explain that a heroine is a woman who is admired for her bravery, strength, and achievements, just like heroes.

Body (30 minutes):

• Introduce the five heroines to the class, one at a time, using the charts or posters.
• Read a brief summary of each heroine and their achievements.
• Ask students to share what they learned about each heroine.
• Encourage students to ask questions about the heroines and their work.
• After introducing all five heroines, give students the multiple choice questions on the topic. Have students work in pairs to complete the questions.
• Lead a class discussion on the heroines and their impact on Nigeria.

Conclusion (10 minutes):

• Summarize what students learned about the heroines.
• Ask students to think about the ways they can be like the heroines in their own lives.
• Encourage students to continue learning about inspiring women and to look for heroines in their own communities.
• End the lesson by reminding students that everyone has the potential to be a heroine, no matter how big or small their actions may be.

Assessment: Observe students’ participation in the class discussion, their completion of the multiple choice questions, and their understanding of the impact the heroines had on Nigeria. Encourage students to share what they learned about the heroines with their families

Weekly Assessment

Answer the following questions by filling the gaps with the right answer.

1. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was a women’s rights activist who fought for the rights of ________ and children in Nigeria.
2. Hajiya Gambo Sawaba fought for the rights of women and girls in ________ Nigeria.
3. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie used her writing to speak out about important issues, like the experiences of women and girls in ________.
4. Hauwa Liman helped people in need, like ________ and displaced people.
5. Dora Akunyili worked to improve the health and well-being of people in ________.
6. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was a political leader and a _________ rights activist.
7. Hajiya Gambo Sawaba worked hard to make sure that girls had access to education and that women had equal __________.
8. Dora Akunyili helped create a more effective health system and worked to fight against fake and counterfeit ____________.
9. Hauwa Liman was dedicated to making sure that everyone had access to basic needs like ________, shelter, and medical care.
10. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a writer and a __________ who uses her writing to speak out about important issues.