Towns and Settlements in Nigeria
Primary 3 Third Term Lesson Notes
History
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SUBJECT:
HISTORY
CLASS:
PRIMARY 3
TERM:
THIRD TERM
WEEK:
Week 2 & 3
TOPIC:
Towns and Settlements in Nigeria
- Compound
- Community
- Village
- Town
- City
PREVIOUS LESSON
BEHAVIOURAL OBJECTIVES:
By the end of the lesson, pupils be able to:
- Give the meaning of compound
- Explain the meaning of community
- Describe a village
- Explain what is a town
- Examine what is a city
- Relate the features of these concepts
LEARNING ACTIVITIES
- Pupils as a class,
brainstorm on the meaning of
compound - Pupils, in small groups,
explain the meaning of a
community. - Pupils in pairs, describe a
village - Pupils as a class disuss
what a town means - Pupils as a class locate and
identify these settlements on the map of Nigeria - Individual pupil to research on the city
- Pupils in small groups relate the features of these settlements
EMBEDDED CORE SKILLS
- Critical thinking and Problem Solving
- Leadership and personal Development
- Communication and Collaboration
- Citizenship
- Digital Literacy
LEARNING RESOURCES
- Audio Visual Resources
- Charts showing the concepts of the topic
- Pictures showing different settlements in Nigeria
- Visual aids (pictures, diagrams, or posters) of different types of settlements in Nigeria.
- Whiteboard/Chalkboard and markers/chalk.
- Fill in the gaps worksheet on the topic “Relate the features of these concepts”.
- Chart paper and markers.
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CONTENT
Towns and Settlements in Nigeria
- Compound
- Community
- Village
- Town
- City
- Compound: A compound is a small group of houses or buildings that are usually enclosed within a fence or wall. It typically consists of several extended families who are related by blood or marriage and live in close proximity to each other. Compounds are usually found in rural areas and serve as the basic unit of traditional African societies.
- Community: A community is a group of people who live in the same area and share common interests, customs, and traditions. In Nigeria, communities can refer to small clusters of houses or settlements where people live and work together. These communities often have a strong sense of kinship and community spirit.
- Village: A village is a small settlement that typically consists of a collection of houses and other buildings, usually located in rural areas. Villages in Nigeria are often made up of families or clans that live in close proximity to each other and engage in agricultural activities for their livelihood.
- Town: A town is a larger settlement that has a more developed infrastructure and usually serves as a commercial and administrative center for the surrounding areas. Towns in Nigeria are characterized by a larger population, more amenities such as schools, markets, and healthcare facilities, and a more organized system of governance.
- City: A city is a large and densely populated settlement that is typically characterized by a high level of economic and social development. Cities in Nigeria are major urban centers with a high concentration of population, extensive infrastructure, and diverse economic activities. Cities are usually the hubs of commerce, industry, and administration, and offer a wide range of services and opportunities for residents.
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Evaluation
- The term used to describe a small group of houses or buildings that are usually enclosed within a fence or wall is _______. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A group of people who live in the same area and share common interests, customs, and traditions is known as a _______. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) City
- A small settlement that typically consists of a collection of houses and other buildings, usually located in rural areas, is called a _______. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) City
- A larger settlement that has a more developed infrastructure and serves as a commercial and administrative center for the surrounding areas is known as a _______. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A large and densely populated settlement that is typically characterized by a high level of economic and social development is called a _______. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) City
- In Nigeria, a compound typically consists of several extended families who are related by blood or marriage and live in close proximity to each other. (True/False) a) True b) False c) Not mentioned d) Not applicable
- Which type of settlement is often found in rural areas and serves as the basic unit of traditional African societies? a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) City
- Which type of settlement is characterized by a larger population, more amenities such as schools, markets, and healthcare facilities, and a more organized system of governance? a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- Which type of settlement is a major urban center with a high concentration of population, extensive infrastructure, and diverse economic activities? a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) City
- Which type of settlement is typically made up of families or clans that live in close proximity to each other and engage in agricultural activities for their livelihood? a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
The features of these concepts
- Size:
- Compound: Generally small and enclosed within a fence or wall, consisting of a few houses or buildings.
- Community: Can vary in size, ranging from small clusters of houses to larger areas encompassing multiple settlements.
- Village: Typically smaller than a town or city, consisting of a collection of houses and other buildings.
- Town: Larger than a village, with a more developed infrastructure and amenities.
- City: The largest and most densely populated, characterized by extensive infrastructure and diverse economic activities.
- Location:
- Compound: Often found in rural areas.
- Community: Can be found in both rural and urban areas.
- Village: Typically located in rural areas.
- Town: Located in various regions, serving as commercial and administrative centers for surrounding areas.
- City: Major urban centers with a high concentration of population.
- Population:
- Compound: Usually consists of several extended families.
- Community: Comprises a group of people living in the same area with common interests.
- Village: Made up of families or clans living in close proximity to each other.
- Town: Larger population compared to villages, with more diverse demographics.
- City: The most populous, with a high concentration of people from diverse backgrounds.
- Infrastructure:
- Compound: Limited amenities, usually basic.
- Community: Can vary depending on the size and location, but may have basic amenities.
- Village: Basic amenities such as schools, healthcare facilities, and markets may be available.
- Town: More developed infrastructure, including schools, markets, healthcare facilities, and administrative offices.
- City: Extensive infrastructure, including modern amenities such as hospitals, schools, transportation networks, and commercial centers.
- Economic Activities:
- Compound: Primarily subsistence agriculture and traditional crafts.
- Community: Can vary depending on the location and demographics, but may involve subsistence agriculture, trading, and small-scale businesses.
- Village: Predominantly agricultural activities for livelihood, with some trading and small-scale businesses.
- Town: Diverse economic activities such as trade, commerce, and services.
- City: Major economic activities such as trade, commerce, industry, services, and other urban-related jobs.
- Governance:
- Compound: Typically has a simple system of governance within the extended family structure.
- Community: May have informal leadership structures.
- Village: Often governed by traditional or customary institutions.
- Town: May have a more organized system of local government, with elected officials and administrative offices.
- City: Governed by local government authorities with more complex systems of governance, including elected officials and administrative offices.
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Evaluation
- A _______ is usually small, enclosed within a fence or wall, and consists of a few houses or buildings. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A _______ can vary in size, ranging from small clusters of houses to larger areas encompassing multiple settlements. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A _______ is typically smaller than a town or city, consisting of a collection of houses and other buildings. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A _______ is larger than a village, with a more developed infrastructure and amenities. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A _______ is the largest and most densely populated, characterized by extensive infrastructure and diverse economic activities. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) City
- A _______ is often found in rural areas and usually consists of several extended families. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A _______ can be found in both rural and urban areas, and comprises a group of people living in the same area with common interests. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A _______ is typically located in rural areas and is made up of families or clans living in close proximity to each other. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) City
- A _______ has more developed infrastructure compared to villages, including schools, markets, healthcare facilities, and administrative offices. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A _______ is the most populous, with a high concentration of people from diverse backgrounds, and major economic activities such as trade, commerce, industry, and services. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) City
Note: The correct answers for these questions are: 1) a, 2) b, 3) c, 4) d, 5) d, 6) a, 7) b, 8) c, 9) d, 10) d.
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Lesson Plan: Towns and Settlements in Nigeria
Procedure:
- Warm-up Activity (5 minutes):
- Begin the lesson by engaging students in a brief discussion about their own communities or towns. Ask questions such as:
- “What is the name of your community/town/city?”
- “What are some features of your community/town/city?”
- “Do you know of any other communities/towns/cities in Nigeria?”
- Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences.
- Introduction to Towns and Settlements in Nigeria (10 minutes):
- Show visual aids of different types of settlements in Nigeria, including compound, community, village, town, and city.
- Discuss each type of settlement briefly, explaining their characteristics, size, and location.
- Emphasize that these settlements are an important part of Nigerian history and culture, and have unique features that distinguish them from one another.
- Features of Different Types of Settlements (15 minutes):
- Use the visual aids to guide a discussion on the features of each type of settlement:
- Compound: Small, enclosed within a fence or wall, consisting of a few houses or buildings, typically found in rural areas and owned by a single family or clan.
- Community: Group of people living in the same area with common interests, can be found in both rural and urban areas, may have shared resources and social cohesion.
- Village: Collection of houses and other buildings, usually smaller than a town, often found in rural areas, may have extended families or clans living in close proximity to each other.
- Town: Larger than a village, more developed infrastructure and amenities such as schools, markets, healthcare facilities, and administrative offices, typically located in rural or semi-urban areas.
- City: Largest and most densely populated, extensive infrastructure and diverse economic activities such as trade, commerce, industry, and services, high concentration of people from diverse backgrounds.
- Discuss the significance of each type of settlement in Nigerian history and culture, such as how they contribute to the socio-economic development of the country and preserve traditional values and practices. [mediator_tech]
- Fill in the Gaps Activity (10 minutes):
- Distribute the fill in the gaps worksheet on the topic “Relate the features of these concepts”.
- Instruct students to read the sentences and choose the correct option (a, b, c, or d) to complete each sentence.
- Allow students to work individually or in pairs to complete the worksheet.
- Review the answers as a class, discussing the correct options and explaining the reasons behind them.
- Summary and Closure (5 minutes):
- Summarize the main points covered in the lesson, highlighting the different types of settlements in Nigeria and their features.
- Ask students to reflect on what they have learned and how it relates to their own communities or towns.
- Conclude the lesson by reiterating the significance of towns and settlements in Nigerian history and culture.
Assessment:
- Informal assessment through class discussions, questions, and student participation during the lesson
- Formative assessment through the fill in the gaps worksheet, checking for the correct understanding of the features of different types of settlements.
- Observations of students’ engagement and participation in class activities and discussions.
Differentiation:
- Provide additional support to students who may struggle with the concepts by offering simplified explanations, using visual aids, and providing opportunities for peer collaboration.
- Challenge advanced learners by encouraging them to make connections between the features of settlements and their historical and cultural significance in Nigeria. [mediator_tech]
Extension:
- Encourage students to conduct further research on towns and settlements in Nigeria, exploring their history, culture, and evolution over time.
- Have students create posters or presentations on a specific type of settlement, highlighting its features, significance, and contributions to Nigerian society.
Homework:
- Assign students to write a short paragraph or draw a picture describing their own community, highlighting its features and significance.
Note: Lesson timings are approximate and may be adjusted based on the pace and needs of the class.
Weekly Assessment / Test
- A __________ is a group of houses that are surrounded by walls or fences and belong to one family or extended family. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- In Nigeria, a __________ is a small settlement with a few houses and a small population. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A __________ is a group of people living in the same area and sharing common interests and resources. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A __________ is a larger settlement that has more houses, people, and services than a village. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A __________ is a large and densely populated settlement with many houses, buildings, and facilities. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- In Nigeria, a __________ is a major urban settlement that serves as a center for trade, commerce, and administration. a) Compound b) Community c) Village d) Town
- A compound is usually enclosed by __________ or fences for security and privacy. a) Walls b) Gates c) Fences d) Doors
- A community is characterized by a sense of __________ and cooperation among its members. a) Unity b) Division c) Conflict d) Isolation
- A village typically has a __________ structure, with houses and facilities clustered closely together. a) Sparse b) Scattered c) Compact d) Dispersed
- In a town, there are often more __________ and commercial activities compared to a village. a) Houses b) People c) Schools d) Markets [mediator_tech]
- A city is typically characterized by its __________ population, tall buildings, and advanced infrastructure. a) Small b) Moderate c) Large d) Sparse
- A compound is typically inhabited by __________. a) A single family b) Multiple families c) A large community d) Government officials
- In a village, people usually engage in __________ activities such as farming, fishing, or handicrafts. a) Industrial b) Commercial c) Agricultural d) Educational
- A town often has __________ and public services such as hospitals, schools, and government offices. a) Basic amenities b) Agricultural fields c) Religious institutions d) Traditional practices
- A city is a hub of __________ and economic activities, with a diverse population and modern amenities. a) Cultural traditions b) Industrial production c) Agricultural practices d) Subsistence farming
- A compound is usually made up of several __________. a) Houses b) Communities c) Villages d) Cities
- A community is a group of people who live and interact __________. a) Together b) Separately c) Individually d) Haphazardly
- In a village, people often have strong __________ and social ties with their neighbors. a) Economic relations b) Cultural practices c) Political affiliations d) Language skills
- A town usually has a well-defined __________ system and local government administration. a) Social structure b) Economic system c) Political system d) Education system
- In a city, there are often __________ opportunities for employment and business activities.
a) Limited
b) Moderate
c) Abundant
d) Scarce [mediator_tech] - A compound is typically located in a __________ area, away from the main town or city. a) Rural b) Urban c) Suburban d) Industrial
- A community is characterized by its shared __________, beliefs, and values. a) Culture b) Language c) Religion d) Customs
- In a village, people usually have a __________ lifestyle, relying on farming or other traditional occupations. a) Rural b) Urban c) Modern d) Industrial
- A town is usually connected to other towns and cities through __________ networks of roads, railways, and communication systems. a) Complex b) Simple c) Basic d) Nonexistent
- A city is a center of __________, with a diverse population comprising people from different cultural backgrounds. a) Commerce b) Agriculture c) Industry d) Tourism
- A compound typically has __________ facilities such as a courtyard, kitchen, and living quarters. a) Basic b) Luxurious c) Limited d) Dilapidated
- In a community, people often work together for the __________ of all members. a) Benefit b) Loss c) Advantage d) Disadvantage
- A village is usually self-sufficient in terms of __________, with its own sources of food, water, and other resources. a) Agriculture b) Technology c) Trade d) Transportation
- In a town, people have access to __________ services such as education, healthcare, and sanitation. a) Public b) Private c) Limited d) Expensive
- A city is often characterized by its __________ and diverse population, with people from different cultural backgrounds living together. a) Dense b) Homogeneous c) Sparse d) Heterogeneous
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