Tourism in Nigeria English Grammar Primary 6 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 6
Third Term Lesson Notes English Grammar Primary 6 Weekly Plan Presentation
The Heartbeat of Nigeria: A Comprehensive Travel Guide to Lagos
Subject : English Grammar
Class : Primary 6 / Basic 6 / Grade 6
Term :Third Term
Week :Week 6
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Topic : Top Tourist Attractions in Nigeria You Must Visit
Previous Lesson
Learning Objectives: At the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Understand what tourism is and its importance in Nigeria.
- Identify key tourist attractions in Nigeria.
- Use new vocabulary words related to tourism.
- Apply knowledge gained to write a short composition on a tourist location in Nigeria.
Embedded Core Skills: Reading comprehension, vocabulary expansion, descriptive writing, verbal communication, and critical thinking.
Learning Materials: Textbooks, interactive whiteboard (for digital presentation), pictures of various Nigerian tourist attractions, flashcards with new vocabulary words
Online Resources
- Nigeria Tourism Development Corporation – www.tournigeria.gov.ng
- Come to Nigeria – www.cometonigeria.com
Content
The Heartbeat of Nigeria: A Comprehensive Travel Guide on Tourism In Nigeria
Nigeria, affectionately known as the “Giant of Africa,” has an abundance of tourist attractions that provide insight into the country’s diverse culture, history, and awe-inspiring natural beauty. From the captivating Obudu Mountain Resort in Cross River State, with its picturesque landscapes and idyllic climate, to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Sukur Cultural Landscape in Adamawa State, Nigeria’s tourism sector is burgeoning.
The city of Lagos, often referred to as Nigeria’s heartbeat, is a metropolis bustling with vibrant life and commerce. The city boasts a myriad of museums, such as the Nigerian National Museum, that house extensive collections of Nigerian artifacts. These museums also exhibit paintings depicting Nigeria’s historical epochs, which serve to enlighten visitors about the country’s rich past.
Arikok National Park in the north brims with diverse wildlife, offering a glimpse into the country’s abundant fauna. The park’s unique ecosystem presents opportunities for eco-tourism, where tourists can connect with nature while promoting environmental sustainability.
The coastal city of Calabar, known for the annual Calabar Festival, attracts countless tourists with its colorful, traditional carnival. This spectacle embodies Nigeria’s ethos of unity in diversity.
Moreover, the Nigerian culinary scene, with dishes like jollof rice and egusi soup, offers an exploration of flavorful and exotic gastronomy. Nigerian cuisine reflects the diverse ethnic groups in the country, each with their unique culinary traditions. The hospitality of Nigerians, known as “Nigerian Ubuntu,” further enhances the overall tourist experience.
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Highlighted Words:
1. Affectionately (Adverb): with fondness; [uh-fek-shuh-nit-lee]
2. Burgeoning (Verb): begin to grow or increase rapidly; [bur-juh-ning]
3. Metropolis (Noun): a very large and densely populated industrial and commercial city; [meh-trop-uh-lis]
4. Epochs (Noun): periods of time in history or a person’s life, typically one marked by notable events or particular characteristics; [ee-poks]
5. Fauna (Noun): the animals of a particular region, habitat, or geological period; [faw-nuh]
6. Ecosystem (Noun): a biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment; [ee-koh-sis-tuhm]
7. Sustainability (Noun): avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance; [suh-steyn-uh-bil-uh-tee]
8. Gastronomy (Noun): the art of choosing, cooking, and eating good food; [gas-tron-uh-mee]
9. Ethos (Noun): the characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its beliefs and aspirations; [ee-thos]
10. Ubuntu (Noun): a quality that includes the essential human virtues; compassion and humanity; [oo-boon-too]
Comprehension Questions:
1. What are some of the tourist attractions in Nigeria mentioned in the passage?
2. What does the term “Giant of Africa” refer to in the context of this passage?
3. How is Lagos described in the text?
4. What can be found in the Nigerian National Museum?
5. What is the significance of Arikok National Park according to the passage?
6. What does the Calabar Festival represent for Nigeria?
7. How is Nigerian cuisine characterized in the text?
Sure, here are the continuation of the questions and the corresponding answers:
8. What is meant by “Nigerian Ubuntu” according to the passage?
9. How is the term “eco-tourism” used in the context of this passage?
10. What are some characteristics of the Sukur Cultural Landscape?
Inferred Answers:
1. Some of the tourist attractions in Nigeria mentioned in the passage include the Obudu Mountain Resort, the Sukur Cultural Landscape, the Nigerian National Museum, Arikok National Park, and the Calabar Festival.
2. The term “Giant of Africa” refers to Nigeria, indicating its cultural, economic, and demographic dominance in Africa.
3. Lagos is described as Nigeria’s heartbeat, a metropolis bustling with vibrant life and commerce. It also boasts a myriad of museums.
4. The Nigerian National Museum houses extensive collections of Nigerian artifacts and paintings depicting Nigeria’s historical epochs.
5. Arikok National Park, with its diverse wildlife and unique ecosystem, offers opportunities for eco-tourism, where tourists can connect with nature while promoting environmental sustainability.
6. The Calabar Festival represents Nigeria’s ethos of unity in diversity, attracting countless tourists with its colorful, traditional carnival.
7. Nigerian cuisine is characterized as flavorful and exotic, reflecting the diverse ethnic groups in the country, each with their unique culinary traditions.
8. “Nigerian Ubuntu” is described as the hospitality of Nigerians, a quality that includes essential human virtues like compassion and humanity.
9. “Eco-tourism” in the passage is the practice of touring natural habitats in a manner that promotes conservation, has a low visitor impact, and provides beneficially active socio-economic involvement of the local population.
10. The Sukur Cultural Landscape is mentioned as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, although the passage does not detail its specific characteristics.
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Lesson Plan Presentation
Subject: English Grammar
Class: Primary 6
Topic: Tourism in Nigeria
Presentation:
- Introduction (5 minutes) – The teacher will start by asking the students if they have ever visited a place for fun or vacation. Several responses will be allowed. The teacher will then introduce the term “tourism” and relate it to their experiences.
- Teacher’s Activities (15 minutes) – The teacher will present a brief, interactive digital presentation on tourism in Nigeria. The teacher will discuss key tourist locations like the Obudu Mountain Resort, the Sukur Cultural Landscape, the Nigerian National Museum, Arikok National Park, and the Calabar Festival. The teacher will also introduce and define new vocabulary words related to tourism.
- Learners’ Activities (15 minutes) – Students will be grouped and given pictures of various Nigerian tourist attractions. They are to identify the locations and use the new vocabulary words to describe them. Afterward, each group will present their findings to the class
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Assessment: (5 minutes) – Students will write a short composition on a tourist location in Nigeria using the new vocabulary words learned. This will assess their understanding of the topic and application of the new vocabulary.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is tourism?
- Name three tourist attractions in Nigeria.
- What is the importance of tourism in Nigeria?
- Define “sustainability” in the context of tourism.
- What is the “ethos” of a place?
- What is “Ubuntu” and how is it significant to tourism in Nigeria?
- What do you understand by “eco-tourism”?
- Why is Lagos often referred to as Nigeria’s heartbeat?
- What can be found at the Nigerian National Museum?
- Describe the Calabar Festival.
Conclusion: Tourism in Nigeria is an important part of our culture and economy. By appreciating our tourist attractions, we learn more about our history, culture, and the beauty of our nation. As we grow, let us strive to be ambassadors of our beautiful country, promoting our tourism sector.
Homework: Students will research one tourist attraction not mentioned in class, write a brief report about it, and share their findings in the next class.
Notes for the Next Lesson: The next English lesson will be based on “Promoting Tourism in Nigeria”. The students’ homework will be used as a starting point for this discussion. This will further their understanding of tourism and its significance in Nigeria
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