Early Heroes and Heroines in Nigeria | History Primary 3 Lesson Notes
HISTORY PRIMARY 3 SECOND TERM LESSON NOTES
WEEK 2 & 3: EARLY HEROES AND HEROINES
Subject: History
Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: 2 & 3
Age: 7 – 8 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Topic: Early Heroes and Heroines
Sub-topic: Contributions of Early Heroes and Heroines
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of heroes and heroines.
- Identify some early heroes and heroines in Nigeria.
- Describe their contributions to society.
- Appreciate the importance of remembering our heroes and heroines.
Keywords
- Hero – A man who has done great things for his people.
- Heroine – A woman who has done great things for her people.
- Bravery – The quality of being courageous.
- History – The study of past events.
Set Induction (Teacher’s Introduction)
- The teacher asks pupils if they know any famous people who helped Nigeria in the past.
- The teacher explains that these people are called heroes and heroines because they made life better for others.
- The teacher shows pictures of some Nigerian heroes and heroines and asks pupils to identify them.
Entry Behavior
- Pupils have heard about some historical figures from stories, textbooks, or media.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Pictures of early Nigerian heroes and heroines.
- Charts showing their contributions.
- Short stories about their lives.
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
- Pupils have learned about history and its importance in First Term.
- They have also been introduced to some important figures from Nigeria’s past.
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication skills (speaking about historical figures)
- Critical thinking (understanding the impact of heroes and heroines)
- Collaboration (group discussions on historical figures)
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Primary 3 History Textbook
Instructional Materials
- Charts of Nigerian heroes and heroines
- Storybooks about early heroes
- Whiteboard and markers
Lesson Content
1. Meaning of Heroes and Heroines
- A hero is a man who has done great things to help his country or people.
- A heroine is a woman who has done great things to help her country or people.
- Heroes and heroines are remembered because they were brave and helped others.
2. Examples of Early Heroes and Heroines in Nigeria
Here are some early Nigerian heroes and heroines and what they did:
Heroes
- King Jaja of Opobo – He was a brave leader who fought against the British to protect his people.
- Oba Ovonramwen Nogbaisi – The king of Benin who resisted British invasion.
- Sir Ahmadu Bello – A leader who helped develop Northern Nigeria.
- Nnamdi Azikiwe – The first President of Nigeria who fought for independence.
- Herbert Macaulay – A nationalist who worked hard for Nigeria’s freedom.
Heroines
- Queen Amina of Zazzau – A warrior queen who protected her people.
- Madam Tinubu – A strong woman who fought against slavery.
- Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti – A woman who fought for women’s rights and education.
- Margaret Ekpo – A political activist who helped women in Nigeria.
- Moremi Ajasoro – A brave queen who saved her people from invaders.
3. Contributions of Early Heroes and Heroines
- They fought against foreign control.
- They protected their people from harm.
- They promoted education and development.
- They fought for freedom and equal rights.
Evaluation (Fill-in-the-blank Questions with Options)
- A man who has done great things for his country is called a ______.
a) King
b) Hero
c) Teacher
d) Farmer - Queen Amina of Zazzau was a ______.
a) Doctor
b) Warrior
c) Trader
d) Student - Nnamdi Azikiwe was the first ______ of Nigeria.
a) Soldier
b) King
c) President
d) Governor - Madam Tinubu fought against ______.
a) Slavery
b) Farming
c) Education
d) War - Sir Ahmadu Bello helped to develop ______ Nigeria.
a) Southern
b) Eastern
c) Northern
d) Western
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Answers
- What is the meaning of a hero?
- A hero is a man who has done great things for his people.
- What is the meaning of a heroine?
- A heroine is a woman who has done great things for her people.
- Who was Queen Amina?
- She was a warrior queen who protected her people.
- Who fought against slavery in Nigeria?
- Madam Tinubu.
- Who was Nigeria’s first President?
- Nnamdi Azikiwe.
- What did Moremi Ajasoro do?
- She saved her people from invaders.
- Why do we remember our heroes and heroines?
- Because they helped make Nigeria a better place.
- Who was Sir Ahmadu Bello?
- He was a leader who developed Northern Nigeria.
- Who was the king of Benin who resisted British invasion?
- Oba Ovonramwen Nogbaisi.
- Who was Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti?
- She fought for women’s rights and education.
Presentation Steps
Step 1: Teacher Revises Previous Topics
- The teacher reminds pupils of the importance of history.
- Pupils discuss what they know about famous Nigerians.
Step 2: Teacher Introduces the New Topic
- The teacher explains who heroes and heroines are.
- The teacher displays pictures of Nigerian heroes and heroines.
Step 3: Pupils Participate in Group Discussions
- Pupils discuss the contributions of different heroes and heroines.
- Pupils answer questions and share their thoughts.
Teacher’s and Learners’ Activities
Teacher’s Activities:
- Explains the meaning of heroes and heroines.
- Shows pictures of famous Nigerian figures.
- Guides pupils in discussion.
Learners’ Activities:
- Answer questions about historical figures.
- Discuss in groups.
- Participate in class activities.
Assessment (Short Answer Questions)
- Who is a hero?
- Mention two examples of Nigerian heroes.
- What did Queen Amina do for her people?
- Who fought against slavery in Nigeria?
- Who was Nigeria’s first President?
Conclusion
- The teacher summarizes the lesson.
- Pupils are encouraged to learn more about Nigerian heroes and heroines.
- The teacher marks and provides feedback on pupils’ work.
