Some Notable Female Nigerians Nationalists History Primary 5 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 10 and 11
Subject: History
Class: Primary 5
Term: Second Term
Week: 10 and 11
Topic: Some Notable Female Nationalists in Nigeria
Duration: 2 weeks
Behavioural Objectives:
- Students will be able to identify notable female nationalists in Nigeria.
- Students will understand the background, national activities, and impacts of these female nationalists on Nigeria.
- Students will examine the challenges faced by female Nigeria nationalists.
- Students will relate the attributes of a female leader and role model.
Key Words: Female nationalists, Nigeria, background, national activities, impacts, challenges, attributes, role model.
Entry Behaviour: Students will be asked if they know any important female leaders in Nigeria and what they know about them.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work for History
- Basic History textbooks for Primary 5
- Biographies of notable female nationalists in Nigeria
- Pictures and posters of the female nationalists
- Interactive whiteboard or chalkboard
- Writing materials for note-taking
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: We will start by discussing what students already know about female leaders in Nigeria and any female nationalists they may have heard about. This will help us introduce the topic of notable female nationalists in Nigeria.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Research skills
- Critical thinking
- Communication
Learning Materials:
- Charts showing the background, national activities, and impacts of the female nationalists
- Maps showing the regions of Nigeria where the female nationalists were from
Content:
- Introduction to notable female nationalists in Nigeria.
- Discussion on their background, national activities, and impacts on Nigeria.
- Examination of the challenges faced by female Nigeria nationalists.
- Relating the attributes of a female leader and role model.
Notable Female Nationalists in Nigeria:
- Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti 🌍
- Background: She was born in Abeokuta, Nigeria, and was the first female student to attend Abeokuta Grammar School.
- National Activities: Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was a prominent leader in the Nigerian women’s suffrage movement and fought for women’s rights, education, and social justice.
- Impact: She played a significant role in the struggle for Nigeria’s independence and was a strong advocate for women’s empowerment.
- Margaret Ekpo 💪
- Background: Margaret Ekpo was born in Creek Town, Calabar, and was educated at missionary schools.
- National Activities: She was a leading figure in the Nigerian women’s movement and a member of the National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons (NCNC).
- Impact: Margaret Ekpo campaigned for women’s political participation and contributed to the advancement of women’s rights in Nigeria.
- Gambo Sawaba 🗳️
- Background: Hajiya Gambo Sawaba was born in Zaria, Nigeria, and was involved in politics from a young age.
- National Activities: She was a prominent activist and politician who fought against discrimination and injustice.
- Impact: Gambo Sawaba inspired women to participate in politics and was a symbol of resilience and courage.
Challenges Faced by Female Nigeria Nationalists:
- Gender discrimination: Female nationalists faced discrimination based on their gender, which limited their opportunities for leadership and participation in public life.
- Lack of support: Many female nationalists faced resistance and hostility from society and even from within their own communities.
- Limited resources: Female nationalists often lacked access to resources and funding for their activism and advocacy work.
Attributes of a Female Leader and Role Model:
- Courage: A female leader should be brave and willing to stand up for what is right, even in the face of adversity.
- Empathy: A female leader should show compassion and understanding towards others, especially those who are marginalized or oppressed.
- Determination: A female leader should be persistent and resilient in pursuing her goals, even in challenging circumstances.
- Integrity: A female leader should demonstrate honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in her actions and decisions.
- Inspirational: A female leader should inspire others through her words and actions, serving as a role model for future generations.
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Class Activity Discussion :
- Who are some notable female nationalists in Nigeria?
- Some notable female nationalists in Nigeria include Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Margaret Ekpo, and Gambo Sawaba.
- Where were these female nationalists from?
- Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was from Abeokuta, Margaret Ekpo from Creek Town, and Gambo Sawaba from Zaria.
- What were their national activities?
- They fought for women’s rights, education, and social justice. They were also involved in politics and advocacy for gender equality.
- How did they impact Nigeria?
- They played significant roles in the struggle for Nigeria’s independence and promoted the advancement of women’s rights and participation in politics.
- What challenges did female Nigeria nationalists face?
- They faced gender discrimination, lack of support, and limited resources for their activism and advocacy work.
- Why did they face challenges?
- Because of their gender, society often limited their opportunities for leadership and participation in public life.
- What attributes make a female leader and role model?
- Courage, empathy, determination, integrity, and the ability to inspire others through their actions and words.
- How did Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti inspire others?
- She bravely fought against injustice and advocated for women’s rights, education, and social justice.
- What did Margaret Ekpo campaign for?
- She campaigned for women’s political participation and contributed to the advancement of women’s rights in Nigeria.
- Why is Gambo Sawaba remembered?
- She inspired women to participate in politics and stood up against discrimination, serving as a symbol of resilience and courage
Evaluation :
- __________ were some notable female nationalists in Nigeria.
- a) Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Margaret Ekpo, and Gambo Sawaba
- b) Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton, and Thomas Edison
- c) Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, and Beyoncé
- d) Barack Obama, Nelson Mandela, and Mahatma Gandhi
- Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was from __________.
- a) Lagos
- b) Abeokuta
- c) Abuja
- d) Calabar
- Margaret Ekpo was involved in __________.
- a) farming
- b) politics
- c) sports
- d) cooking
- Gambo Sawaba fought against __________.
- a) gender discrimination
- b) racial discrimination
- c) age discrimination
- d) religious discrimination
- Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti advocated for __________.
- a) men’s rights
- b) women’s rights
- c) children’s rights
- d) animals’ rights
- Margaret Ekpo campaigned for women’s __________.
- a) political participation
- b) exclusion from politics
- c) right to vote
- d) right to drive
- The impacts of these female nationalists were on __________.
- a) China
- b) Nigeria
- c) Australia
- d) Brazil
- Challenges faced by female Nigeria nationalists included __________.
- a) lack of support
- b) unlimited resources
- c) equal opportunities
- d) societal acceptance
- Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was known for her __________.
- a) cowardice
- b) bravery
- c) shyness
- d) laziness
- Margaret Ekpo contributed to the advancement of __________.
- a) men’s rights
- b) women’s rights
- c) children’s rights
- d) animals’ rights
- Gambo Sawaba served as a __________.
- a) soldier
- b) politician
- c) doctor
- d) teacher
- The attributes of a female leader include __________.
- a) courage
- b) fear
- c) sadness
- d) laziness
- Margaret Ekpo fought for __________.
- a) women’s rights
- b) men’s rights
- c) children’s rights
- d) animals’ rights
- Challenges faced by female Nigeria nationalists included __________.
- a) gender discrimination
- b) equal opportunities
- c) unlimited resources
- d) societal acceptance
- The impacts of Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Margaret Ekpo, and Gambo Sawaba were on __________.
- a) Nigeria
- b) France
- c) India
- d) Japan
Presentation:
- Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topics on Nigeria’s history and leaders.
- Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic of notable female nationalists in Nigeria, showing pictures and giving brief biographies of each.
- Step 3: The teacher allows students to give their own contributions about what they have learned and corrects any misconceptions.
- Step 4: The teacher discusses the background, national activities, and impacts of the notable female nationalists in Nigeria.
- Step 5: The teacher examines the challenges faced by female Nigeria nationalists.
- Step 6: The teacher relates the attributes of a female leader and role model.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Facilitate discussions
- Present information clearly
- Provide examples and illustrations
- Correct misconceptions
Learners’ Activities:
- Listen attentively
- Take notes
- Ask questions
- Engage in group discussions and role-plays
Assessment:
- Observation of participation in discussions and activities
- Quizzes on key concepts
- Group presentations on the background, national activities, and impacts of the notable female nationalists in Nigeria
Evaluation Questions:
- Who are some notable female nationalists in Nigeria?
- What are their backgrounds?
- What were their national activities?
- What impacts did they have on Nigeria?
- What challenges did female Nigeria nationalists face?
- How did they overcome these challenges?
- What attributes make a female leader and role model?
- How did these female nationalists inspire others?
- Why is it important to study the contributions of female leaders in Nigeria?
- How can students apply the lessons learned from these female nationalists in their own lives?
Conclusion: The teacher will go around to assess students’ understanding by reviewing their notes and answering any remaining questions.
