Welcome Test History Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 1
HISTORY PRIMARY 3 SECOND TERM LESSON NOTES
WEEK 1: WELCOME TEST & REVISION AND READINESS TEST
Subject: History
Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: 1
Age: 7 – 8 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Topic: Welcome Test and Second Term Revision and Readiness Test
Sub-topic: Review of First-Term Topics
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Recall key topics from First Term.
- Identify important historical figures studied in First Term.
- Answer simple revision questions based on previous topics.
- Show readiness for Second Term topics.
Keywords
- History – The study of past events.
- Heroes – People who performed great deeds.
- Heroines – Female heroes.
- Culture – The way of life of a group of people.
Set Induction (Teacher’s Introduction)
- The teacher welcomes pupils back to school and discusses some of the topics learned in First Term.
- The teacher asks pupils to recall any historical figure they remember from the previous term.
- The teacher explains that this lesson will help them revise what they learned and prepare for Second Term.
Entry Behavior
- Pupils have basic knowledge of historical events from the First Term.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Pictures of historical figures.
- First Term History textbook.
- Flashcards with key terms.
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
- The teacher reminds pupils of the previous topics, such as:
- Meaning and Importance of History
- Sources of History (Oral, Written, and Material Sources)
- Heroes and Heroines of Nigeria
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication skills (listening and speaking about past events)
- Critical thinking (recalling past topics and answering questions)
- Collaboration (discussing with classmates)
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Primary 3 History Textbook
Instructional Materials
- Pictures of historical figures
- Flashcards
- Whiteboard and markers
Lesson Content
1. Review of First-Term Topics
The teacher discusses the key topics covered in First Term:
- Introduction to History – What history means and why we study it.
- Sources of History – How we learn about the past through oral, written, and material sources.
- Famous Historical Figures – Some of the early heroes and heroines in Nigeria.
- Culture and Traditions – How people lived in the past and their customs.
2. Readiness Test Questions
The teacher gives simple questions to test pupils’ knowledge and recall:
- What is history?
- Mention two sources of history.
- Who is a hero?
- Name one heroine in Nigeria.
- Why do we study history?
Evaluation (Fill-in-the-blank Questions with Options)
- History is the study of ______ events.
a) Future
b) Past
c) Present
d) None - A person who did great things in history is called a ______.
a) Farmer
b) Hero
c) Singer
d) Doctor - ______ sources of history include spoken words from elders.
a) Written
b) Oral
c) Digital
d) Modern - The way of life of a group of people is called ______.
a) Culture
b) Music
c) School
d) History - A female hero is called a ______.
a) Man
b) Warrior
c) Heroine
d) Teacher
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Answers
- What is the purpose of this lesson?
- To revise First Term topics and test readiness for Second Term.
- Who is a hero?
- A person who did great things in history.
- What is an example of oral sources of history?
- Stories told by elders.
- Why do we study history?
- To learn about past events and understand our culture.
- What are written sources of history?
- Books, newspapers, and letters.
Presentation Steps
Step 1: Teacher Revises Previous Topics
- The teacher writes key topics from First Term on the board.
- Pupils discuss what they remember about each topic.
Step 2: Teacher Introduces the Readiness Test
- The teacher explains that pupils will answer simple questions based on what they learned before.
Step 3: Pupils Participate in the Test
- Pupils answer the test questions orally and in writing.
- The teacher corrects wrong answers and explains.
Teacher’s and Learners’ Activities
Teacher’s Activities:
- Guides pupils to remember First Term topics.
- Asks questions to test knowledge.
- Provides feedback and explanations.
Learners’ Activities:
- Answer questions orally.
- Write down responses to test questions.
- Listen and learn from corrections.
Assessment (Short Answer Questions)
- What is the meaning of history?
- Mention two sources of history.
- Who is a heroine?
- What is the importance of history?
- Name one hero in Nigeria.
Conclusion
- The teacher marks the test and provides feedback.
- Pupils are encouraged to prepare for the next lesson on Early Heroes and Heroines.