Community Values Civic Education Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Civic Education Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Subject: Civic Education

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 10

Age: 8 years

Topic: Community Values

Sub-topic: Types of Values (Honesty, Cooperation, Self-Reliance)

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:
Pupils should be able to:

1. Explain the meaning of values.
2. Identify various types of values.
3. Discuss the different types of values and their importance.

Keywords: Values, Honesty, Cooperation, Self-Reliance, Importance, Community

Set Induction:
Start by discussing what values are and why they are important in everyday life. Ask pupils to think about values they see in their community.

Entry Behaviour:
Pupils should have some understanding of what is important in their lives and how these values affect their behavior.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Chart or poster displaying the values of honesty, cooperation, and self-reliance
• Examples of each value in everyday situations
• Whiteboard and markers

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Connect the concept of values to previous discussions on civic duties and democratic practices, emphasizing how values influence behavior in a community.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Understanding and explaining concepts
• Identifying and discussing values
• Relating values to real-life examples

Learning Materials:

• Visual aids illustrating different values
• Real-life scenarios and examples

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Primary Civic Education Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

• Charts or posters
• Whiteboard

Content:

1. Meaning of Values:
   • Values are principles or standards of behavior that are considered important by individuals or society. They guide how people act and interact with others.
2. Types of Values:
   • Honesty: Being truthful and transparent in actions and words. It means not lying or cheating and being trustworthy.
     • Example: Telling the truth about a mistake you made.
   • Cooperation: Working together with others towards a common goal. It involves helping and supporting each other.
     • Example: Teamwork in group activities or projects.
   • Self-Reliance: Being able to depend on oneself to solve problems and handle responsibilities without relying too much on others.
     • Example: Completing homework independently and managing personal tasks.
3. Importance of Each Value:
   • Honesty: Builds trust and strong relationships. It ensures that people can rely on each other.
   • Cooperation: Fosters teamwork and helps achieve common goals more effectively.
   • Self-Reliance: Encourages independence and personal responsibility.

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

1. Values are principles or standards of _____.
   a) beauty
   b) behavior
   c) fashion
   d) color
2. Being truthful and not lying is an example of _____.
   a) cooperation
   b) self-reliance
   c) honesty
   d) bravery
3. Working together towards a common goal is called _____.
   a) self-reliance
   b) honesty
   c) cooperation
   d) independence
4. Completing tasks on your own without relying on others shows _____.
   a) cooperation
   b) self-reliance
   c) honesty
   d) teamwork
5. Helping and supporting others in group activities is an example of _____.
   a) self-reliance
   b) honesty
   c) cooperation
   d) respect
6. A person who always tells the truth practices _____.
   a) self-reliance
   b) cooperation
   c) honesty
   d) independence
7. Working together to finish a project is an example of _____.
   a) self-reliance
   b) honesty
   c) cooperation
   d) courage
8. Being able to solve your own problems is known as _____.
   a) cooperation
   b) honesty
   c) self-reliance
   d) teamwork
9. The value that helps build trust in relationships is _____.
   a) self-reliance
   b) honesty
   c) cooperation
   d) kindness
10. Self-reliance encourages _____.
    a) teamwork
    b) independence
    c) honesty
    d) assistance
11. In a team, supporting each other demonstrates _____.
    a) self-reliance
    b) honesty
    c) cooperation
    d) bravery
12. A person who completes their work without needing help shows _____.
    a) cooperation
    b) honesty
    c) self-reliance
    d) friendship
13. The value that ensures people can depend on each other is _____.
    a) honesty
    b) cooperation
    c) self-reliance
    d) respect
14. Honesty is important because it _____.
    a) helps people to work together
    b) builds trust and strong relationships
    c) encourages independence
    d) shows support
15. An example of cooperation is _____.
    a) doing your homework alone
    b) working together on a school project
    c) telling the truth
    d) managing your own tasks

15 FAQs with Answers:

1. What are values?
   • Values are principles or standards that guide how people behave and interact.
2. What does honesty mean?
   • Honesty means being truthful and not lying or cheating.
3. Can you give an example of honesty?
   • Telling the truth about a mistake you made at school.
4. What is cooperation?
   • Cooperation is working together with others towards a common goal.
5. How does cooperation help in school?
   • It allows students to work together on projects and activities, achieving better results.
6. What is self-reliance?
   • Self-reliance is depending on oneself to solve problems and manage responsibilities.
7. Why is self-reliance important?
   • It encourages independence and personal responsibility.
8. What value helps build strong relationships?
   • Honesty helps build trust and strong relationships.
9. How does cooperation benefit a community?
   • It fosters teamwork and helps achieve common goals effectively.
10. What is an example of self-reliance?
    • Completing your homework independently without asking for help.
11. How do values influence behavior?
    • They guide how people act and interact with others, affecting their choices and actions.
12. Why is it important to practice honesty?
    • It ensures trust and reliability in relationships and interactions.
13. What role does cooperation play in achieving goals?
    • It helps people work together to accomplish shared objectives.
14. How can self-reliance be developed?
    • By taking responsibility for tasks and solving problems independently.
15. Why should we understand and practice these values?
    • They help create a positive and supportive environment in communities and schools.

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher reviews the concept of values, discussing their importance in community life.

Step 2: The teacher explains each value (honesty, cooperation, self-reliance) with examples and visual aids, emphasizing their significance.

Step 3: Pupils discuss their experiences with these values and how they can apply them in their lives. The teacher provides feedback and clarifications.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Introduce and explain the concept of values.
• Provide examples and visual aids for each value.
• Facilitate discussions and provide feedback.

Learners’ Activities:

• Participate in discussions about values.
• Provide examples from their own experiences.
• Engage in activities to understand and apply each value.

Assessment:

• Observe pupils’ understanding through their participation in discussions and activities.
• Review their ability to explain and provide examples of values.

Ten Evaluation Questions Related to the Topic:

1. What does the term “values” mean?
2. Give an example of honesty.
3. What is cooperation and how does it help in a group?
4. How does self-reliance differ from cooperation?
5. Why is honesty important in relationships?
6. How can cooperation benefit your community?
7. What is one way to show self-reliance at school?
8. How does self-reliance contribute to personal growth?
9. What are some examples of cooperation in everyday life?
10. Why should we practice values like honesty and cooperation?

Conclusion:
The teacher reviews the types of values discussed, emphasizing their importance in community life. Pupils share their thoughts on how they can apply these values, and the teacher provides final clarifications and feedback.

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