Avoiding Criminal Behaviours

Subject : Security Education

Class : Primary 3

Term : Third Term

Type : Lesson Notes

Week : Week 2

Topic : Avoiding Criminal Behaviours

Previous Lesson

• AVOIDING CRIMINAL BAHAVIOURS

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Behavioural Objectives :

Objectives:

1. Students will be able to understand what constitutes criminal behaviors.
2. Students will be able to identify different types of criminal behaviors.
3. Students will be able to identify the consequences of engaging in criminal behaviors.
4. Students will be able to understand how to avoid engaging in criminal behaviors.

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Embedded Core Skills

1. Communication and Collaboration
2. Leadership and Personal Development
3. Citizenship

Learning Resource

Materials:

1. Whiteboard and markers
2. Handouts with examples of criminal behaviors
3. Classroom Rules poster

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Content

Avoiding Criminal Behaviours

1. Always obey the law: The law is there to protect you and others, so it’s important to follow it. For example, you should not steal, damage property, or hurt other people.
2. Say no to peer pressure: Sometimes, other kids might try to get you to do things that you know are wrong. It’s important to stand up for what’s right and say no if someone is pressuring you to do something that goes against your values.
3. Avoid dangerous situations: If you find yourself in a place where you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, it’s best to leave as soon as possible. For example, if you’re walking home from school and notice a group of people who look like they might be up to no good, you should take a different route or ask an adult for help.
4. Be careful about what you share online: The internet can be a fun and useful tool, but it can also be a place where people can take advantage of you. It’s important to be careful about what you share online and never give out personal information to strangers.
5. Treat others with respect: Respecting other people’s property, feelings, and rights is important for building good relationships and avoiding conflicts that could lead to criminal behavior.
6. Report any suspicious activity: If you see something that doesn’t seem right, it’s important to tell a trusted adult about it. This could be anything from someone stealing something to a stranger acting in a suspicious manner.

Remember, it’s never too early to start learning how to avoid criminal behaviors. By following these tips, you can help keep yourself and others safe.

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Examples of Criminal Behaviours

1. Theft: This is when someone takes something that doesn’t belong to them without permission. For example, if someone steals a pencil or toy from another student’s bag, that is considered theft.
2. Vandalism: This is when someone intentionally damages or destroys property that belongs to someone else. For example, if someone spray paints graffiti on a wall or breaks a school window, that is considered vandalism.
3. Assault: This is when someone hurts or tries to hurt another person on purpose. For example, if someone hits, kicks, or pushes another student, that is considered assault.
4. Bullying: This is when someone repeatedly and intentionally targets another person with harmful behavior, such as teasing, name-calling, or physical aggression.
5. Cyberbullying: This is when someone uses technology, such as social media or texting, to bully or harass another person. For example, if someone sends mean messages or spreads rumors about another student online, that is considered cyberbullying.
6. Drug use: This is when someone uses illegal drugs or misuses prescription drugs. This can be dangerous and harmful to the person using the drugs, as well as to those around them [mediator_tech]

Common Criminal Behaviours in Kids 

1. Shoplifting
2. Vandalism
3. Fighting
4. Bullying
5. Cyberbullying
6. Drug use
7. Trespassing
8. Underage drinking
9. Joyriding or car theft
10. Breaking and entering
11. Assault
12. Harassment
13. Sexual misconduct
14. Weapon possession
15. Gang involvement
16. Arson
17. Graffiti
18. Property damage
19. Theft from a vehicle
20. Skipping school without permission.

It’s important to remember that these behaviors are not acceptable and can have serious consequences. As responsible adults, we should strive to educate children on how to make good choices and to understand the importance of treating others with respect and kindness

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Ways to help children avoid engaging in criminal behaviors:

1. Teach them about the law and consequences of breaking it
2. Encourage them to speak up if they see something wrong or suspicious
3. Teach them to resolve conflicts without resorting to violence
4. Provide positive role models and encourage them to emulate them
5. Teach them empathy and kindness towards others
6. Promote self-control and encourage them to regulate their emotions
7. Encourage them to join positive peer groups or clubs
8. Teach them to manage their time and avoid idle activities
9. Encourage them to participate in extracurricular activities
10. Teach them to communicate their feelings and concerns
11. Provide support and encourage open communication at home
12. Teach them to respect other people’s property and belongings
13. Teach them the importance of accountability and responsibility
14. Teach them to think critically and make good choices
15. Encourage them to think about the consequences of their actions
16. Monitor their media intake and exposure to violence or negative influences
17. Promote positive mental health practices such as meditation, exercise, and proper sleep
18. Provide a supportive and nurturing environment at home and school
19. Teach them how to resolve conflicts in a peaceful and respectful manner
20. Encourage them to seek help and support if they are struggling or have problems.

By following these tips, we can help children avoid engaging in criminal behaviors and promote positive values and behaviors

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Lesson plan presentation for teaching primary 3 pupils in Lagos about avoiding criminal behaviors:

Topic: Avoiding Criminal Behaviors

Introduction (10 minutes):

1. Greet the students and introduce the topic of the lesson.
2. Ask the students if they know what criminal behaviors are and what types of behaviors are considered criminal.
3. Write down the students’ responses on the whiteboard.
4. Explain to the students that criminal behaviors are actions that go against the law and can lead to serious consequences

Instruction (20 minutes):

1. Show the handouts with examples of criminal behaviors and explain each one in simple terms.
2. Ask the students if they have ever seen or heard of anyone engaging in any of these behaviors.
3. Explain the consequences of engaging in criminal behaviors, such as getting in trouble with the law or being punished by parents or teachers.
4. Emphasize the importance of making good choices and avoiding behaviors that could lead to trouble.

Instruction (20 minutes):

1. Show the handouts with examples of criminal behaviors and explain each one in simple terms.
2. Ask the students if they have ever seen or heard of anyone engaging in any of these behaviors.
3. Explain the consequences of engaging in criminal behaviors, such as getting in trouble with the law or being punished by parents or teachers.
4. Emphasize the importance of making good choices and avoiding behaviors that could lead to trouble.

Activity (15 minutes):

1. Divide the students into small groups and provide each group with a scenario involving a criminal behavior.
2. Ask the students to discuss what they would do in that situation to avoid engaging in criminal behavior.
3. After the groups have discussed their scenarios, ask them to share their ideas with the class. [mediator_tech]

Closure (10 minutes):

1. Review the different types of criminal behaviors and consequences of engaging in them.
2. Emphasize the importance of making good choices and avoiding negative behaviors.
3. Remind the students that they can always talk to a trusted adult if they feel pressured or unsure about a situation.
4. Reinforce classroom rules and expectations for appropriate behavior.

Assessment:

1. Observe the students during the group activity to assess their understanding of avoiding criminal behaviors.
2. Review student responses during the discussion to assess their knowledge of the topic.

By following this lesson plan presentation, primary 3 pupils in Lagos can gain a better understanding of what criminal behaviors are, identify different types of criminal behaviors, understand the consequences of engaging in them, and learn how to avoid them.

Evaluation

1. ______ the law and consequences of breaking it.
2. Teach kids to ______ without resorting to violence.
3. Provide ______ role models and encourage them to emulate them.
4. Teach kids ______ and kindness towards others.
5. Encourage kids to join ______ peer groups or clubs. [mediator_tech]
6. Encourage kids to participate in ______ activities.
7. Teach kids to ______ their emotions.
8. Encourage kids to ______ their time and avoid idle activities.
9. Encourage kids to think about the ______ of their actions.
10. Teach kids to communicate their ______ and concerns.
11. Provide support and encourage open ______ at home.
12. Teach kids to respect other people’s ______ and belongings.
13. Teach kids the importance of ______ and responsibility.
14. Teach kids to think critically and make good ______.
15. Monitor their media intake and exposure to violence or ______ influences.
16. Promote positive mental health practices such as meditation, exercise, and proper ______.
17. Provide a supportive and nurturing environment at home and ______.
18. Teach kids how to resolve conflicts in a peaceful and respectful ______.
19. Encourage kids to seek help and support if they are struggling or have ______.
20. Teach kids to ______ conflicts and find positive solutions.

Answers:
1. Teach children about
2. resolve conflicts
3. positive
4. empathy
5. positive
6. extracurricular
7. regulate
8. manage
9. consequences
10. feelings
11. communication
12. property
13. accountability
14. choices
15. negative
16. sleep
17. school
18. manner
19. problems
20. identify

By filling in these blanks, students can review and solidify their understanding of how to avoid engaging in criminal behaviors.

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Objective Questions

1. ______ the law and consequences of breaking it.
a. Break
b. Ignore
c. Follow

2. Teach kids to resolve conflicts ______ resorting to violence.
a. Without
b. By
c. With

3. Provide ______ role models and encourage them to emulate them.
a. Negative
b. Positive
c. Indifferent

4. Teach kids empathy and kindness ______ others.
a. Against
b. Towards
c. Away from

5. Encourage kids to join ______ peer groups or clubs.
a. Negative
b. Positive
c. Neutral

6. Encourage kids to participate in ______ activities.
a. Negative
b. Positive
c. Neutral

7. Teach kids to regulate their ______.
a. Sleep
b. Emotions
c. Appetite

8. Encourage kids to manage their time and avoid ______ activities.
a. Negative
b. Positive
c. Neutral

9. Encourage kids to think about the ______ of their actions.
a. Benefits
b. Consequences
c. Rewards

10. Teach kids to communicate their feelings and ______.
a. Ideas
b. Thoughts
c. Concerns [mediator_tech]

11. Provide support and encourage ______ communication at home.
a. Closed
b. Open
c. Limited

12. Teach kids to respect other people’s property and ______.
a. Ideas
b. Beliefs
c. Belongings

13. Teach kids the importance of accountability and ______.
a. Responsibility
b. Blame
c. Excuses

14. Teach kids to think critically and make good ______.
a. Decisions
b. Mistakes
c. Choices

15. Monitor their media intake and exposure to violence or ______ influences.
a. Positive
b. Neutral
c. Negative

16. Promote positive mental health practices such as meditation, exercise, and proper ______.
a. Sleep
b. Nutrition
c. Hygiene

17. Provide a supportive and nurturing environment at home and ______.
a. School
b. Playground
c. Mall

18. Teach kids how to resolve conflicts in a peaceful and respectful ______.
a. Way
b. Manner
c. Style

19. Encourage kids to seek help and support if they are struggling or have ______.
a. Challenges
b. Solutions
c. Problems

20. Teach kids to identify conflicts and find positive ______.
a. Conclusions
b. Solutions
c. Arguments

Answers:
1. c. Follow
2. a. Without
3. b. Positive
4. b. Towards
5. b. Positive
6. b. Positive
7. b. Emotions
8. a. Negative
9. b. Consequences
10. c. Concerns
11. b. Open
12. c. Belongings
13. a. Responsibility
14. c. Choices
15. c. Negative
16. a. Sleep
17. a. School
18. b. Manner
19. c. Problems
20. b. Solutions

By choosing the correct option, students can review and reinforce their understanding of how to avoid engaging in criminal behaviors.

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