Understanding Ethnicity and Tribalism in Nigeria Civic Education Primary 4 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 10
Lesson Plan: Similarities Between Ethnicity and Tribalism
Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 4
Term: Third Term
Week: 10
Topic: Similarities Between Ethnicity and Tribalism
Sub-topic: Describe Different Tribes
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify the similarities between ethnicity and tribalism.
- Describe the different tribes in Nigeria.
Key Words
- Ethnicity
- Tribalism
- Tribe
- Culture
- Identity
Entry Behaviour
Pupils have basic knowledge of Nigerian tribes from previous lessons.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Pictures of different Nigerian tribes
- Flashcards with tribe names
- Chart showing similarities between ethnicity and tribalism
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge
Ask pupils to mention different tribes in Nigeria they know and any cultural practices they are familiar with.
Embedded Core Skills
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Cultural awareness
Learning Materials
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Civic Education Textbooks
Instructional Materials
- Pictures
- Flashcards
- Charts
Content
Similarities between Ethnicity and Tribalism
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify the similarities between ethnicity and tribalism.
- Describe the different tribes.
Explanation
1. What is Ethnicity? 🧑🏾🤝🧑🏿
- Ethnicity refers to shared cultural practices, language, and heritage.
- Example: Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo in Nigeria.
2. What is Tribalism? 🛖
- Tribalism refers to loyalty to one’s tribe above other groups.
- Example: Supporting your tribe in local events.
3. Similarities between Ethnicity and Tribalism 🤝
- Shared Identity: Both create a sense of belonging.
- Cultural Practices: Both involve unique traditions and customs.
- Language: Both often use a specific language or dialect.
- Heritage: Both pass down stories and history through generations.
- Social Structure: Both organize people into groups with leaders and rules.
4. Describe Different Tribes in Nigeria 🌍
- Yoruba: Known for their rich festivals and drumming.
- Hausa: Famous for their traditional attire and trading skills.
- Igbo: Known for their colorful masquerades and entrepreneurship.
- Ijaw: Recognized for their fishing and water-based lifestyle.
- Kanuri: Known for their horse-riding festivals and traditional dress.
Example of Cultural Practices 🥁
- Yoruba festivals like Egungun.
- Hausa Durbar festival with horse riding.
- Igbo New Yam festival celebrating the harvest.
Key Points 🌟
- Ethnicity and tribalism help people feel connected.
- They preserve culture and traditions.
- It’s important to respect all ethnic groups and tribes.
Using examples and easy language ensures grade 4 pupils can understand and relate to these concepts.
Evaluation Questions on Ethnicity and Tribalism
- Ethnicity refers to shared cultural practices, language, and ______. a) Religion
b) Heritage
c) Music
d) Sports - Tribalism is loyalty to one’s ______ above other groups. a) School
b) Country
c) Tribe
d) Language - Both ethnicity and tribalism create a sense of ______. a) Loneliness
b) Belonging
c) Confusion
d) Fear - Yoruba, Hausa, and Igbo are examples of ______ in Nigeria. a) Religions
b) Languages
c) Ethnic groups
d) Schools - Ethnicity involves unique ______ and customs. a) Clothes
b) Traditions
c) Food
d) Buildings - Tribalism often uses a specific ______ or dialect. a) Story
b) Song
c) Language
d) Dance - Both ethnicity and tribalism pass down stories and ______ through generations. a) Clothes
b) Money
c) History
d) Games - The Hausa are famous for their traditional ______ and trading skills. a) Drumming
b) Attire
c) Dance
d) Sports - The Igbo are known for their colorful ______ and entrepreneurship. a) Festivals
b) Games
c) Masquerades
d) Songs - The Yoruba celebrate the Egungun ______. a) Dance
b) Game
c) Festival
d) Food - The Ijaw people are recognized for their ______ and water-based lifestyle. a) Farming
b) Fishing
c) Trading
d) Dancing - The Kanuri are known for their ______ festivals and traditional dress. a) Horse-riding
b) Music
c) Cooking
d) Running - Both ethnicity and tribalism help to preserve ______ and traditions. a) Money
b) Culture
c) Politics
d) Technology - It is important to ______ all ethnic groups and tribes. a) Ignore
b) Disrespect
c) Respect
d) Challenge - Understanding ethnicity and tribalism helps to promote ______ among people. a) Conflict
b) Harmony
c) Competition
d) Fear
Class Activity Discussion on Ethnicity and Tribalism
- Q: What is ethnicity? A: Ethnicity refers to shared cultural practices, language, and heritage of a group of people.
- Q: What is tribalism? A: Tribalism is loyalty to one’s tribe above other groups.
- Q: How are ethnicity and tribalism similar? A: Both involve shared cultural practices, language, and a sense of belonging.
- Q: What is an example of an ethnic group in Nigeria? A: The Yoruba, Hausa, and Igbo are examples of ethnic groups in Nigeria.
- Q: What is a key feature of ethnicity? A: Ethnicity involves unique traditions and customs.
- Q: Why is tribalism important to some people? A: Tribalism creates a strong sense of community and identity.
- Q: What is one way ethnicity is expressed? A: Through traditional festivals, music, and clothing.
- Q: How do ethnicity and tribalism preserve history? A: They pass down stories and customs through generations.
- Q: Can you name a festival celebrated by the Yoruba? A: The Yoruba celebrate the Egungun festival.
- Q: What are the Igbo known for? A: The Igbo are known for their colorful masquerades and entrepreneurship.
- Q: What is a cultural practice of the Hausa? A: The Hausa are known for their traditional attire and trading skills.
- Q: Why is it important to respect all ethnic groups? A: Respecting all ethnic groups helps to promote harmony among people.
- Q: How does understanding ethnicity and tribalism help us? A: It helps us appreciate diversity and live peacefully with others.
- Q: What do the Ijaw people specialize in? A: The Ijaw people are recognized for their fishing and water-based lifestyle.
- Q: How do the Kanuri celebrate their culture? A: The Kanuri celebrate their culture through traditional dress and horse-riding festivals.
Presentation
Step 1: Revising the Previous Topic
- The teacher revises the previous topic on the duties of community leaders in ensuring peaceful co-existence.
- Understanding the Similarities between Ethnicity and Tribalism Civic Education Primary 4 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 9
- Ask pupils to recall and share one duty of community leaders.
Step 2: Introducing the New Topic
- The teacher introduces the new topic: Similarities Between Ethnicity and Tribalism.
- Explain that ethnicity and tribalism both involve shared cultural practices and a sense of belonging.
Step 3: Pupils’ Contributions
- The teacher asks pupils to share what they think ethnicity and tribalism mean.
- Pupils give examples of tribes and ethnic groups in Nigeria.
Teacher’s Activities
- Explain the concepts of ethnicity and tribalism with examples.
- Show pictures of different Nigerian tribes and their cultural practices.
- Use a chart to highlight similarities between ethnicity and tribalism.
Learners’ Activities
- Listen and participate in the discussion.
- Identify different tribes from the pictures shown.
- Discuss the similarities between ethnicity and tribalism.
Assessment
- Pupils complete a worksheet matching tribes to their cultural practices.
- Oral questions to check understanding.
Evaluation Questions
- What is ethnicity?
- What is tribalism?
- Name two similarities between ethnicity and tribalism.
- Give an example of an ethnic group in Nigeria.
- Mention a cultural practice of the Yoruba tribe.
- What do the Hausa people specialize in?
- Why is it important to respect all ethnic groups?
- How do the Igbo people celebrate their culture?
- What is one key feature of ethnicity?
- How does understanding ethnicity and tribalism help us?
Conclusion
- The teacher goes around to check pupils’ worksheets and provide feedback.
- Summarize the key points of the lesson.
- Encourage pupils to respect and appreciate the cultural diversity in Nigeria.
