Nigerian Child’s Right Law (2)

Subject: Security Education

Class: Primary 5

Term: Third Term

Type: Lesson Notes

Week: Week 10

Topic: Nigerian Child’s Right Law (2)

Previous Lesson

•  Child’s Right Law (1)

Learning Objectives:

The objectives of the lesson are :

1. To understand who is considered a child under the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law.
2. To learn about the various rights protected under the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law.
3. To understand the importance of the Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State.
4. To learn about the duties of parents, guardians, and the community as a whole under the Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State

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Embedded Core Skills:

1. Reading comprehension
2. Critical thinking
3. Listening skills
4. Communication skills

Learning Materials:

1. Whiteboard
2. Markers
3. Handouts with fill-in-the-blank questions and multiple-choice options
4. Slides with visual aids
5. Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State handbook
6. Videos and audio clips related to child rights

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Content

Nigerian Child’s Right Law (2)

Who is considered a child under the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law.

1. A child is any person who is under the age of 18 years.
2. This means that anyone who is 18 years old or older is considered an adult and not a child.
3. The Nigerian Child’s Rights Law defines a child as any person who has not attained the age of 18 years.
4. The law is meant to protect the rights of all children in Nigeria, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, religion, or social status.
5. Some of the rights protected under the law include the right to education, healthcare, protection from abuse and exploitation, and the right to participate in decision-making processes that affect them.
6. It is important for adults to recognize and respect the rights of children, and to ensure that they are not violated or abused in any way.

Remember, as children, you have rights that must be protected by the adults in your lives, and it is important to speak up if you ever feel like those rights are being violated.

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Evaluation

1. According to the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law, a child is anyone who is under the age of _______.
a. 16 years old
b. 17 years old
c. 18 years old
d. 19 years old

2. The law is meant to protect the rights of all children in Nigeria, regardless of their _______.
a. Gender
b. Ethnicity
c. Religion
d. All of the above

3. Some of the rights protected under the law include the right to education, healthcare, and protection from _______.
a. Abuse and exploitation
b. Hunger and poverty
c. Diseases and illnesses
d. Natural disasters

4. Children have the right to participate in decision-making processes that affect them, true or false?
a. True
b. False

5. What is the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law?
a. A law that protects the rights of all Nigerian adults
b. A law that protects the rights of Nigerian children
c. A law that prohibits Nigerian children from going to school
d. A law that promotes child labor in Nigeria

6. Does the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law protect children of all social status?
a. Yes
b. No

7. What is one of the rights protected under the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law?
a. The right to work long hours
b. The right to be subjected to child labor
c. The right to a safe and healthy environment
d. The right to be punished without trial

8. Which of the following is not a factor that determines whether someone is considered a child under the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law?
a. Gender
b. Age
c. Nationality
d. Ethnicity

9. Why is it important for adults to recognize and respect the rights of children?
a. So that children can feel superior to adults
b. So that children can become disobedient
c. So that children can grow up to be responsible adults
d. So that children can be protected from abuse and exploitation

10. What should children do if they ever feel like their rights are being violated?
a. Keep quiet and do nothing
b. Run away from home
c. Speak up and seek help from a trusted adult
d. Take matters into their own hands

Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State. 

1. The Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State is a law that is designed to protect the rights of children in Lagos State.

2. The law is meant to ensure that children are protected from abuse, exploitation, neglect, and other forms of violence.

3. The law covers a wide range of issues, including child labor, child trafficking, and child marriage.

4. The law also ensures that children have access to basic amenities such as education, healthcare, and social welfare services.

5. The Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State recognizes that children have the right to express their opinions and to participate in matters that concern them.

6. The law places a duty on parents, guardians, and the community as a whole to protect and promote the rights of children.

7. The law provides for the establishment of a Child Protection Unit to respond to cases of child abuse and neglect.

8. The law prohibits the use of corporal punishment on children in schools and other settings.

9. It is important for everyone in Lagos State to be aware of the Child’s Rights Law and to support its implementation.

Remember, as children, you have rights that must be protected by the adults in your lives, and it is important to speak up if you ever feel like those rights are being violated.

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Evaluation

1. The Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State is designed to protect the rights of _______ in Lagos State.
a. Adults
b. Children
c. Both adults and children
d. None of the above

2. The law is meant to ensure that children are protected from _______.
a. Fun and excitement
b. Abuse, exploitation, neglect, and other forms of violence
c. Boredom and loneliness
d. Wealth and prosperity

3. The Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State covers a wide range of issues, including child labor, child trafficking, and _______.
a. Child marriage
b. Child divorce
c. Child adoption
d. Child custody

4. The law recognizes that children have the right to express their opinions and to participate in matters that concern them, true or false?
a. True
b. False

5. The law places a duty on parents, guardians, and the community as a whole to protect and promote the rights of _______.
a. Adults
b. Children
c. Both adults and children
d. None of the above

6. The law provides for the establishment of a _______ to respond to cases of child abuse and neglect.
a. Child Punishment Unit
b. Child Protection Unit
c. Child Trafficking Unit
d. Child Marriage Unit

7. The law prohibits the use of corporal punishment on children in schools and other settings, true or false?
a. True
b. False

8. What are some of the basic amenities that the Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State ensures that children have access to?
a. Education, healthcare, and social welfare services
b. Cars, houses, and jewelry
c. Money, power, and influence
d. Food, clothing, and shelter

9. What is the responsibility of the community as a whole under the Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State?
a. To violate the rights of children
b. To protect and promote the rights of children
c. To exploit children for personal gain
d. To neglect children and leave them to their own devices

10. Why is it important for everyone in Lagos State to be aware of the Child’s Rights Law?
a. So that they can violate the rights of children
b. So that they can protect and promote the rights of children
c. So that they can use children for personal gain
d. So that they can neglect children and leave them to their own devices

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Lesson Plan Presentation

Presentation:

1. Introduction: Greet the class and introduce the topic of child rights. Ask if they know what the term “child rights” means.
2. Who is a child under the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law:

• Explain that under the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law, a child is anyone who is under the age of 18 years.
• Use examples to help them understand the concept.
• Distribute handouts with fill-in-the-blank questions and multiple-choice options to test their understanding of the topic.

3. Child’s Rights protected under the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law:

• Explain the various rights protected under the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law, such as the right to education, healthcare, and protection from abuse and exploitation.
• Show visual aids, videos, and audio clips to help them understand each right.
• Encourage the students to ask questions and clarify any doubts they may have.

4. Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State:

• Explain that the Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State is a law designed to protect the rights of children in Lagos State. [mediator_tech]
• Use the Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State handbook to help them understand the various aspects of the law.
• Show visual aids and videos to help them understand the law better.
• Encourage the students to ask questions and clarify any doubts they may have.

5. Duties of parents, guardians, and the community:

• Explain that the law places a duty on parents, guardians, and the community as a whole to protect and promote the rights of children.
• Use examples to help them understand their responsibilities under the law.
• Encourage the students to ask questions and clarify any doubts they may have.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Present the lesson using a combination of slides, visual aids, and videos.
• Facilitate discussions and answer any questions the students may have.
• Distribute handouts with fill-in-the-blank questions and multiple-choice options to test their understanding of the topics.
• Provide examples to help the students understand the concepts better.
• Use the Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State handbook to help them understand the various aspects of the law.

Learners Activities:

• Listen attentively to the teacher’s presentation.
• Ask questions and clarify any doubts they may have.
• Participate in class discussions.
• Fill in the blanks in the handouts provided.
• Watch videos and listen to audio clips related to child rights.
• Refer to the Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State handbook to better understand the various aspects of the law.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Who is considered a child under the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law?
2. What are some of the rights protected under the Nigerian Child’s Rights Law?
3. What is the Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State?
4. What are the duties of parents, guardians, and the community as a whole under the Child’s Rights Law in Lagos State?
5. Why is it important for adults to recognize and respect the rights of children
6. What is the Child Protection Unit and why is it important?
7. What is the punishment for using corporal punishment on children in schools and other settings?
8. How can children participate in decision-making processes that affect them?
9. How can children be protected from abuse and exploitation?
10. What should children do if they ever feel like their rights are being violated?

Assessment:

1. Monitor student participation during class discussions.
2. Grade the fill-in-the-blank questions and multiple-choice options handouts.
3. Observe the students’ understanding of the topics during class activities.
4. Evaluate the students’ ability to communicate effectively and express their opinions.

Conclusion:

1. Summarize the key points of the lesson.
2. Emphasize the importance of respecting and protecting the rights of children.
3. Encourage the students to speak up if they ever feel like their rights are being violated.
4. Thank the students for their participation and attention.

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