Right and Duties Meaning of Human Rights Civic Education Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5 

Term: First Term

 

Week: Week 5

 

Class: Primary 3

 

Subject: Civic Education

 

Topic: Rights and Duties: Meaning of Human Rights

 

Duration: 45 minutes

 

Previous Knowledge: In previous lessons, students learned about the importance of rules and laws in society.

 

WEEK 2

Topic: Rights and duties to the nation

Subtitle: The rights and duties of a person

Learning Objectives: At the end of this this lesson, pupils should be able to:

• State the duties of a person to his/her nation

• Mention human rights in Nigeria

Resources and materials:

Scheme of work

Online information

Instructional material: Picture chart

Building Background/connection to prior knowledge: pupils are familiar with the topic in their previous classes.

CONTENT

Definition of Rights

Rights are fundamental rules that governor the life of an individual. Rights naturally free to all human beings regardless of whether male or female, nationality or language.

Rights of citizens in Nigeria

• Right to life

• Right to freedom of speech

• Right to fair and public trial

• The right to vote and be voted for.

• Right to freedom of worship.

• Right to education.

• Right to a private life.

• Right to freedom of movement.

Duty is defined as the responsibility of person to others and the nation he or she lives in.

Duties of a person to the nation

• Support and defend the constitutions.

• Participate in democracy process.

• Participate in community services.

• Respect and obey federal and local laws.

• Respect the right and beliefs of others.

PRIMARY 4 FIRST TERM LESSON NOTES CIVIC EDUCATION

1. Every Nigerian has the right to ________ and expression.
a) Speak
b) Sing
c) Dance
d) Sleep

2. It’s the duty of every Nigerian to respect the ________ of others.
a) Rights
b) Games
c) Food
d) Weather

3. Nigerians have the right to a ________ and public trial.
a) Fast
b) Fair
c) Funny
d) Fish

4. It’s important to ________ and follow the laws of Nigeria.
a) Ignore
b) Break
c) Respect
d) Forget

5. Every Nigerian has the right to access ________ and education.
a) Music
b) Water
c) Games
d) Toys

6. Voting in elections is both a right and a ________ for Nigerians.
a) Responsibility
b) Reward
c) Toy
d) Song

7. Nigerians have the right to live in a ________ environment.
a) Messy
b) Polluted
c) Clean
d) Noisy

8. It’s our ________ to help those in need and be kind to others.
a) Duty
b) Right
c) Reward
d) Game

9. Every Nigerian has the right to own ________ and property.
a) Friends
b) Cars
c) Books
d) Clothes

10. Respecting the ________ of others is a fundamental duty.
a) Weather
b) Rights
c) Food
d) Toys

11. Nigerians have the right to seek employment and work in a ________ job.
a) Boring
b) Dangerous
c) Safe
d) Old

12. It’s our ________ to protect the environment and keep it clean.
a) Right
b) Duty
c) Game
d) Food

13. The right to a standard of ________ is a basic right for Nigerians.
a) Living
b) Dancing
c) Sleeping
d) Singing

14. It’s a duty to report ________ or wrongdoing to the authorities.
a) News
b) Crimes
c) Music
d) Laughter

15. Every Nigerian has the right to participate in the ________ of their country.
a) Cleaning
b) Eating
c) Governance
d) Sleeping

Duties: Duties are the responsibilities or obligations that individuals have toward others and society as a whole. These responsibilities are often based on principles of cooperation, respect, and social order. Duties are what we must do to ensure that the rights of others are respected and that society functions smoothly.

For example, some common duties include:

• Respecting the rights of others: It is our duty not to harm or infringe upon the rights of others.
• Following laws and rules: Duties include obeying laws and rules set by society for everyone’s benefit.
• Helping those in need: We have a duty to assist people who require help, especially when their rights are at risk

 

 

Rights: Rights are a set of entitlements or privileges that individuals have. These entitlements are typically based on principles of fairness, justice, and equality. In simpler terms, rights are things that you are allowed to do, have, or be, simply because you are a human being. They are considered fundamental to human dignity and are protected by laws and regulations.

For example, some common human rights include:

• The right to life: Everyone has the right to live and not be harmed.
• The right to education: Everyone has the right to access education and learn.
• Freedom of speech: Everyone has the right to express their opinions and ideas

 

Conclusion (5 minutes):

• Summarize the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of human rights and responsibilities.
• Encourage students to respect the rights of others and fulfill their duties as responsible citizens.

Assignment:

• Assign students to write a short essay or draw a picture illustrating a human right and the duties associated with it. This will be shared and discussed in the next class.