Nigerian People : South West and South south History Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Subject: History Class:

Primary 2

Term: First Term

Week: 8 Topic: Nigerian People

Sub-topic: Meaning of ethnicity, South West and South South people of Nigeria

Duration: 40 minutes

Set Induction:

• Begin by showing pictures of people from various ethnic groups in Nigeria.
• Ask the students if they know the meaning of “ethnicity” and if they can identify any of the people in the pictures.
• Encourage them to share what they know about the different ethnic groups in Nigeria.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:

1. Define the term “ethnicity.”
2. Identify the South West and South South regions of Nigeria on a map.
3. Name some ethnic groups found in these regions.

Previous Knowledge: The students should have basic knowledge about different regions of Nigeria and the concept of ethnic groups.

Reference Materials:

• Pictures of various ethnic groups in Nigeria
• Map of Nigeria

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Geographic knowledge

Learning Materials:

• Pictures of ethnic groups
• Map of Nigeria

Content:

Step 1: Introduction (10 minutes)

• Discuss the concept of “ethnicity.” Explain that it refers to the different groups of people in a country, often with their own languages, cultures, and traditions.
• Show pictures of various ethnic groups and ask students to share what they observe.

Step 2: South West People (10 minutes)

• Explain that the South West region of Nigeria is in the southwestern part of the country.
• Show the location of the South West region on the map.
• Mention some of the ethnic groups found in the South West, such as the Yoruba people.
• Show pictures of Yoruba people and discuss some of their traditions and customs.

Step 3: South South People (10 minutes)

• Explain that the South South region of Nigeria is in the southern part of the country.
• Show the location of the South South region on the map.
• Mention some of the ethnic groups found in the South South, such as the Ijaw people.
• Show pictures of Ijaw people and discuss some of their traditions and customs.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Engage students in discussions.
• Show pictures and maps to aid understanding.
• Explain concepts clearly and vividly.

Learners Activities:

• Observe and discuss the pictures.
• Participate in discussions.
• Locate regions on the map.

Assessment:

• Ask students questions during and after the lesson to assess their understanding.
• Review the map and ask students to identify the South West and South South regions.

Ten Evaluation Questions:

1. What does “ethnicity” mean?
2. Can you name some ethnic groups in Nigeria?
3. Which region of Nigeria is in the southwestern part of the country?
4. Mention an ethnic group from the South West.
5. Which region is in the southern part of Nigeria?
6. Can you name an ethnic group from the South South?
7. What is the capital of Lagos State?
8. Where can you find the Ijaw people?
9. What is one Yoruba tradition you know?
10. Point to the South West region on the map.

Conclusion: In today’s lesson, we learned about ethnicity, the South West and South South regions of Nigeria, and some of the ethnic groups found in these regions. Understanding our country’s diversity is important!