South – South Geographical Zone (Ancient) Cont. History Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5
Detailed Lesson Plan Presentation
Subject: History
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 5
Age: 8 years
Topic: South-South Geopolitical Zone (Ancient) Continued
Sub-topic: Natural Resources, Occupations, Transport, Socialization, and Origin
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Discuss the natural resources in the South-South geopolitical zone of Nigeria.
- Mention the main pre-colonial occupations in the South-South geopolitical zone.
- Describe the main mode of transport in the South-South zone.
- Discuss the levels of socialization in the South-South.
- Research the origin of the people of the South-South.
Keywords
- Natural resources
- Pre-colonial occupations
- Mode of transport
- Socialization
- Origin
Set Induction
- Show pictures of different natural resources found in Nigeria.
- Ask pupils if they can identify any resources from the South-South zone.
Entry Behavior
- Pupils have some knowledge of Nigerian natural resources and occupations.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Map of Nigeria showing the South-South geopolitical zone
- Charts showing basic concepts of the topic
- Pictures showing the people of the South-South geopolitical zone
- Reference Book: Lagos State Scheme of Work
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
- Connect the lesson to previous knowledge about Nigerian natural resources and traditional occupations.
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication and collaboration
- Citizenship
Learning Materials
- Maps, charts, pictures, and worksheets
Instructional Materials
- Maps, charts, pictures, and digital resources
Content
- Natural Resources in the South-South Geopolitical Zone:
- Oil
- Natural gas
- Rubber
- Palm oil
- Timber
- Main Pre-Colonial Occupations in the South-South Geopolitical Zone:
- Fishing
- Farming
- Hunting
- Trading
- Main Modes of Transport in the South-South Geopolitical Zone:
- Canoes
- Boats
- Walking
- Levels of Socialization in the South-South Geopolitical Zone:
- Food: Yam, fish, plantain
- Dress: Traditional attires
- Culture: Festivals, dances
- Marriage: Traditional ceremonies
- Languages: Ijaw, Urhobo, Itsekiri, etc.
- Origin of the People of the South-South Geopolitical Zone:
- Various ethnic groups with unique histories and traditions
Evaluation
- The South-South zone is rich in ______. (a) Gold (b) Oil (c) Diamonds (d) Coal
- The main occupation in the South-South before colonial times was ______. (a) Mining (b) Fishing (c) Weaving (d) Pottery
- ______ is a natural resource found in the South-South. (a) Gold (b) Cocoa (c) Rubber (d) Salt
- In pre-colonial times, people in the South-South traveled mainly by ______. (a) Cars (b) Boats (c) Trains (d) Bicycles
- ______ is a traditional food in the South-South zone. (a) Bread (b) Yam (c) Rice (d) Pasta
- The people of the South-South often wear ______. (a) Jeans (b) Traditional attires (c) Suits (d) Skirts
- One of the languages spoken in the South-South is ______. (a) Yoruba (b) Ijaw (c) Igbo (d) Hausa
- The South-South zone is known for its ______ industry. (a) Textile (b) Oil (c) Cocoa (d) Cotton
- People in the South-South also engage in ______ as a pre-colonial occupation. (a) Hunting (b) Banking (c) Teaching (d) Law
- The main mode of transport in the South-South zone is ______. (a) Planes (b) Boats (c) Trains (d) Cars
- ______ is a key social activity in the South-South zone. (a) Shopping (b) Festivals (c) Banking (d) Construction
- The South-South people celebrate their culture through ______. (a) Sports (b) Dances (c) Cooking (d) Driving
- One of the main resources found in the South-South is ______. (a) Timber (b) Wheat (c) Cotton (d) Gold
- The traditional marriage in the South-South zone often includes ______. (a) Singing (b) Dancing (c) Speeches (d) All of the above
- The people of the South-South zone have a unique ______. (a) Language (b) Tradition (c) Culture (d) All of the above
Class Activity Discussion
- Q: What are the natural resources in the South-South zone? A: Oil, natural gas, rubber, palm oil, and timber.
- Q: Name one pre-colonial occupation in the South-South. A: Fishing.
- Q: How did people in the South-South travel in pre-colonial times? A: By canoes and boats.
- Q: What is a traditional food in the South-South? A: Yam and fish.
- Q: What do people in the South-South wear? A: Traditional attires.
- Q: Name a language spoken in the South-South. A: Ijaw.
- Q: What is the South-South zone known for? A: Its oil industry.
- Q: Name another pre-colonial occupation in the South-South. A: Farming.
- Q: What is the main mode of transport in the South-South? A: Boats.
- Q: What is a key social activity in the South-South? A: Festivals.
- Q: How do South-South people celebrate their culture? A: Through dances.
- Q: What is a main resource found in the South-South? A: Timber.
- Q: What does traditional marriage in the South-South include? A: Singing, dancing, and speeches.
- Q: What is unique about the South-South people? A: Their language, tradition, and culture.
- Q: How do South-South people dress traditionally? A: In traditional attires.
Presentation
Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic which was South-South Geopolitical Zone (Modern).
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, discussing natural resources, occupations, transport, socialization, and origin.
Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions and corrects the pupils when and where necessary.
Teacher’s Activities
- Display a map of Nigeria showing the South-South zone.
- Explain the natural resources, occupations, transport, socialization, and origin in the South-South zone.
- Guide pupils in discussing and researching these topics.
Learners’ Activities
- Participate in class discussions.
- Work in small groups and pairs to discuss and research the topics.
- Write and present their findings.
Assessment
- Ask pupils to name the natural resources in the South-South zone.
- Have pupils mention the main pre-colonial occupations in the South-South zone.
- Ask pupils to describe the main mode of transport in the South-South zone.
- Have pupils discuss the levels of socialization in the South-South zone.
- Guide pupils to research and present the origin of the South-South people.
Evaluation Questions
- Name two natural resources found in the South-South zone.
- What was the main pre-colonial occupation in the South-South zone?
- How did people in the South-South travel in pre-colonial times?
- Name a traditional food in the South-South zone.
- What is a key social activity in the South-South zone?
- Name a language spoken in the South-South zone.
- What is the South-South zone known for?
- How do South-South people celebrate their culture?
- What is a main resource found in the South-South?
- What does traditional marriage in the South-South include?
Conclusion
- The teacher goes round to mark and does the necessary corrections.
- Summarize the key points of the lesson.