Advantages of Self-Control Civic Education KG Second Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Subject: Civic Education

Class: Kindergarten (KG)

Term: Second Term

Week: 5

Topic: Advantages of Self-Control

Sub-topic: Understanding the Benefits of Self-Control

Duration: 45 minutes

Entry Behaviour: Students should be able to identify basic emotions like anger and sadness.

Key Words: Self-control, advantages, habits, emotions, behavior.

Behavioural Objectives:

• Students will understand the meaning of self-control.
• Students will recognize the advantages of practicing self-control.
• Students will demonstrate basic self-regulation skills.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Emotional regulation
• Decision-making
• Conflict resolution

Learning Materials:

• Pictures illustrating self-control situations
• Storybooks about managing emotions and behavior
• Flashcards with emotions and self-control scenarios

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Kindergarten Civic Education
• Civic Education KG textbook

Content:

Advantages of self-control:

1. Stopping Bad Habits: 🛑 Self-control helps us stop bad habits like stealing, gossiping, and telling lies.
2. Healthy Eating: 🍎 It helps us avoid overeating and making unhealthy food choices.
3. Managing Anger: 😡 Self-control allows us to control our anger and avoid fighting or pushing others.
4. Staying Calm: 😌 It helps us stay calm and focused, especially in situations where we might feel anxious or stressed.
5. Listening in Class: 👂 Self-control helps us listen attentively in class without making noise or disrupting others.
6. Respecting Others: 🤝 It allows us to respect others’ feelings and boundaries, avoiding behaviors that might hurt or offend them.
7. Making Wise Decisions: 🤔 Self-control enables us to think before acting, making wise decisions instead of impulsive ones.
8. Achieving Goals: 🏆 It helps us stay disciplined and focused on achieving our goals, whether it’s completing homework or learning new skills.
9. Building Relationships: ❤️ Self-control fosters positive relationships by helping us communicate calmly and resolve conflicts peacefully.
10. Being Responsible: 👍 It shows that we are responsible for our actions and can control our behavior in different situations.

Class Activity

1. Why is self-control important?
   • Self-control is important because it helps us stop bad habits, make better decisions, and achieve our goals.
2. What are some examples of bad habits that self-control can help us stop?
   • Examples include stealing, gossiping, telling lies, overeating, anger, fighting, pushing, running unnecessarily, and making noise in class.
3. How does self-control help with managing anger?
   • Self-control allows us to pause, take deep breaths, and think before reacting impulsively to situations that make us angry, helping us avoid conflicts and stay calm.
4. Can self-control help with staying focused in class?
   • Yes, self-control enables us to listen attentively, follow instructions, and participate without disrupting the class with unnecessary noise or behavior.
5. What role does self-control play in making wise decisions?
   • Self-control helps us weigh our options, consider the consequences of our actions, and choose the best course of action rather than acting impulsively.
6. How does self-control contribute to achieving goals?
   • Self-control allows us to stay disciplined and focused on our goals, resisting distractions and temptations that may hinder our progress.
7. Can self-control improve relationships with others?
   • Yes, self-control helps us communicate calmly, empathize with others, and resolve conflicts peacefully, fostering positive relationships built on respect and understanding.
8. Is self-control important for being responsible?
   • Absolutely, self-control shows that we can take responsibility for our actions and behave appropriately in different situations, demonstrating maturity and accountability.
9. What are the benefits of practicing self-control in everyday life?
   • Practicing self-control leads to improved self-discipline, better decision-making, reduced stress, and increased productivity in various aspects of life.
10. How can parents and teachers help children develop self-control?
    • Parents and teachers can model self-control, provide guidance and support, set clear expectations, and teach coping strategies such as deep breathing and positive self-talk.

Evaluation