Readiness Test Social Studies Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 1
Primary 1 Social Studies, Second Term, Week 1.
Lesson Note
Subject:
Social Studies
Class:
Primary 1
Term:
Second Term
Week:
1
Age:
5–6 years
Topic:
Revision of Last Term’s Work
Sub-topic:
Review of key concepts from First Term
Duration:
40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Recall key topics covered in the first term.
- Identify at least two things they learned during the first term.
- Participate actively in group discussions about last term’s topics.
Keywords:
Recall, Review, First Term, Social Studies
Set Induction:
The teacher will greet the class and ask them to share one interesting thing they learned in Social Studies last term.
Entry Behavior:
Pupils have basic knowledge of the topics discussed in the first term.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Pictures and charts summarizing First Term topics.
- Flashcards with key terms.
- A large cardboard with questions for group activities.
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
The teacher will briefly review the major topics from the first term, such as Family Members, Types of Homes, and Ways to Keep the Environment Clean.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Collaboration
Learning Materials:
- Pictures and charts
- Textbooks and workbooks
Reference Books:
Lagos State Scheme of Work for Social Studies (Primary 1)
Instructional Materials:
- Flashcards
- Whiteboard and marker
- Question posters
Content
Topics from First Term to Recall:
- Family Members:
- Definition of family.
- Types of family (nuclear, extended).
- Types of Homes:
- Different types of houses (bungalow, flats, huts).
- Keeping the Environment Clean:
- Importance of cleanliness.
- How to dispose of waste properly.
- Community Helpers:
- Examples: doctors, teachers, and farmers.
- Types of Food:
- Balanced diet and local foods.
Evaluation Questions
- What is a family?
- Mention two types of houses.
- Why should we keep the environment clean?
- Name one community helper and what they do.
- Mention two things we should eat to stay healthy.
Class Activity Discussion (15 FAQs)
- What is a family?
A group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption. - Who is the head of a nuclear family?
The father. - What is an extended family?
A large family including grandparents, uncles, and aunts. - Why is it important to keep our environment clean?
To avoid sickness and have fresh air. - What is waste disposal?
The act of getting rid of rubbish properly. - What is the role of a teacher?
To educate children. - Who helps us when we are sick?
A doctor. - What type of house is common in villages?
Huts. - What are examples of balanced diets?
Rice, beans, fish, and vegetables. - What do farmers do?
They grow food for us to eat. - What is cleanliness?
The act of keeping things neat and free of dirt. - Mention one community helper and their job.
Example: Police officers maintain law and order. - What does a market seller do?
They sell goods. - What is the importance of clean water?
It prevents diseases. - What type of home is found in cities?
Flats or bungalows.
Presentation Steps
- Step 1: Start with a recap session where pupils mention what they remember from last term.
- Teacher’s Activity: Write pupils’ responses on the board.
- Learners’ Activity: Share answers actively.
- Step 2: Display flashcards and charts summarizing major topics.
- Teacher’s Activity: Explain each topic briefly.
- Learners’ Activity: Listen and ask questions.
- Step 3: Conduct group discussions using prepared questions on cardboard.
- Teacher’s Activity: Divide the class into groups and assign topics.
- Learners’ Activity: Work in groups to answer questions.
Assessment (Evaluation Questions)
- What is a nuclear family?
- Name one type of home.
- What is the work of a farmer?
- Why is clean water important?
- List two balanced diet examples.
- Who keeps law and order in the community?
- What is the role of a teacher?
- What type of home is common in villages?
- Name one way to dispose of waste.
- Who helps sick people in the hospital?
Conclusion
The teacher will summarize the lesson by highlighting the key topics from last term and asking pupils to reflect on what they have learned.
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Answer all the questions
- Nuclear family is made up of father, mother and ………………………………………..
- ………………………………………..…….. is the head of the family.
- Family is a group of people that are related by ……………………………………………
- …………………………………………………..…. is the total way of life.
- Who cooks your food at home? ………………………………………………………………..
- We have …………………………..…….. types of religions.
- A female parent is called …………………………………………………………………………..
- A male child is a ………………………………………………………………………………………
- There are …………………………………………… children in my family.
- My father and mother are my ……………………………………………………..
- A good family must be …………………………………………………………………………..
- ………………………………..……………. is the way people live.
- We have …………………………………….……………. types of culture.
- Good morals are things that are ……………………………………………………
- Stealing and cheating are examples of ……………………………………….morals.
- Nuclear family is made up of father, mother, and…: Nuclear family is made up of father, mother, and children.
- … is the head of the family: The father is the head of the family.
- Family is a group of people that are related by…: Family is a group of people that are related by blood , adoption or marriage.
- … is the total way of life: Culture is the total way of life.
- Who cooks your food at home?: Answers may vary, but typically it’s either the mother, father, or both.
- We have … types of religions: We have three types of religionsin Nigeria.
- A female parent is called…: A female parent is called a mother.
- A male child is a…: A male child is a son.
- There are… children in my family. Answers will vary.
- My father and mother are my… My father and mother are my parents.
- A good family must be… A good family must be loving, caring, and supportive.
- … is the way people live: Culture is the way people live.
- We have … types of culture: We have types of culture.
- Good morals are things that are… Good morals are things that are right and fair.
- Stealing and cheating are examples of…: Stealing and cheating are examples of bad morals