Geography and Topography Lagos major cities and towns History Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 6
Lesson Plan on Geography and Topography of Major Cities and Towns in Lagos
Subject: History
Class: Primary 2
Term: Second Term
Week: 6
Duration: 45 minutes
Topic: Geography and Topography of Major Cities and Towns in Lagos
Sub-topic: Understanding the geography and key features of major cities and towns in Lagos State.
Entry Behaviour
Students should be able to recall some geographical features of Lagos State.
Key Words
Geography, topography, cities, towns, Lagos, Ikeja, Badagry, Ikorodu, Surulere, buildings, streets, beaches, hills.
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Name at least three major cities and towns in Lagos State.
- Describe one geographical feature of each city or town.
Embedded Core Skills
- Reading: Understanding key words and descriptions.
- Listening: Paying attention to teacher explanations.
- Critical Thinking: Connecting features with their locations.
- Social Studies: Exploring the importance of urban areas.
Learning Materials
- Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 2 History
- History textbook for Primary 2
- Pictures or drawings of cities and towns in Lagos
- Chalkboard/whiteboard and markers
- Worksheets/handouts
Reference Materials
- Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 2 History
- History textbook for Primary 2
Content
Geography and Topography of Major Cities and Towns in Lagos
- Lagos City:
- A big city with many buildings, roads, and people.
- Located near the coast, surrounded by water and known for its beaches.
- Ikeja:
- Known for its tall buildings and busy streets.
- Close to the airport, making it a hub for air travel.
- Badagry:
- A historical town near the sea with beautiful beaches.
- It also has hills and forests.
- Ikorodu:
- A mix of houses and trees.
- Located near water bodies.
- Surulere:
- A busy area with many shops and people.
- Mostly flat with a few small hills.
Evaluation Questions
- Lagos is a big _________ with many buildings and people.
a) town b) city c) village d) forest - Ikeja is known for its tall _________ and busy streets.
a) trees b) buildings c) hills d) rivers - Badagry is close to the _________ and has beaches.
a) forest b) mountain c) sea d) desert - Ikorodu is a town with a mix of _________ and trees.
a) houses b) mountains c) rivers d) deserts - Surulere is a busy area with many _________ and people walking around.
a) forests b) shops c) lakes d) mountains
Presentation
Introduction (5 minutes)
- Revise the previous topic on settlers in Lagos State.
- Ask students to recall geographical features they know.
New Topic Introduction (5 minutes)
- Introduce the topic of major cities and towns in Lagos.
- Explain that cities and towns are places where people live, work, and study.
Teacher’s Activities (15 minutes)
- Show pictures or drawings of major cities and towns in Lagos.
- Highlight one unique feature of each place (e.g., Ikeja has tall buildings).
- Write key points and examples on the chalkboard.
Learners’ Activities (15 minutes)
- Participate in a discussion about cities and towns.
- Describe their favorite city or town and its feature.
- Take notes or complete worksheets.
Assessment (5 minutes)
- Ask students to name three cities in Lagos State.
- Have them describe a feature of each city.
Conclusion
- Review the names and features of cities discussed.
- Encourage students to share what they like about Lagos.
- Assign a worksheet for practice at home.
Homework
Write two sentences about a city or town in Lagos that you would like to visit.
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