Stigmatization Social Habits Kindergarten Age 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 9

Social Habits Kindergarten First Term Lesson Notes

Subject: Social Habits

Class: Kindergarten

Term: First Term

Week: 9

Topic: Stigmatization

Sub-topic: Understanding Stigmatization and Its Effects

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Explain stigmatization in simple terms.
2. Highlight the effects of stigmatization on people, such as low self-esteem, lack of confidence, and fear.

Keywords:

• Stigmatization
• Effects
• Self-esteem
• Confidence
• Fear

Set Induction: The teacher will start with a short story or role-play scenario depicting a character experiencing stigmatization.

Entry Behaviour: Students may have witnessed or experienced instances of stigmatization, even if they are not familiar with the term.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Picture books or videos illustrating stigmatization scenarios
• Flashcards with emotions and feelings
• Mirror for self-reflection activity

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge: Discuss with students times when they may have felt sad or scared because of something someone said or did.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Empathy
• Communication
• Emotional awareness

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Kindergarten
• Picture books with themes of kindness and acceptance

Instructional Materials:

• Flashcards
• Mirror
• Storybooks

Content:

1. What is Stigmatization?
   • Stigmatization is when someone is treated unfairly or looked down upon because they are different.
   • It can make people feel sad, scared, or lonely.
2. Effects of Stigmatization:
   • Low Self-esteem: Feeling bad about oneself and thinking they are not good enough.
   • Lack of Confidence: Being afraid to try new things or speak up because of what others might say.
   • Fear: Feeling scared or anxious about being judged or mistreated.

Evaluation:

1. Stigmatization is when someone is treated ______ because they are different.
   a) Fairly
   b) Unfairly
   c) Kindly
   d) Nicely
2. Stigmatization can make people feel ______.
   a) Happy
   b) Sad
   c) Excited
   d) Confused
3. Low self-esteem means feeling ______ about oneself.
   a) Good
   b) Bad
   c) Brave
   d) Strong
4. Lack of confidence means being afraid to ______.
   a) Try new things
   b) Stay in bed
   c) Eat ice cream
   d) Watch TV
5. Fear is feeling ______ about being judged or mistreated.
   a) Happy
   b) Sad
   c) Scared
   d) Hungry

Class Activity Discussion 

1. Q: What is stigmatization?
   A: Stigmatization is when someone is treated unfairly because they are different.
2. Q: How does stigmatization make people feel?
   A: Stigmatization can make people feel sad, scared, or lonely.
3. Q: What is low self-esteem?
   A: Low self-esteem means feeling bad about oneself.
4. Q: What does lack of confidence mean?
   A: Lack of confidence means being afraid to try new things or speak up.
5. Q: What is fear in the context of stigmatization?
   A: Fear is feeling scared or anxious about being judged or mistreated.

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher introduces the topic of stigmatization by asking students if they know what it means to feel sad or left out.

Step 2: The teacher explains stigmatization using simple language and relatable examples, such as being teased for wearing glasses or having a different skin color.

Step 3: The teacher engages students in a discussion about how stigmatization can make people feel and why it’s important to be kind to everyone.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Present the concept of stigmatization using relatable examples.
• Use flashcards to illustrate different emotions.
• Facilitate a discussion on the effects of stigmatization.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen to the teacher’s explanation.
• Participate in discussions about feelings and experiences.
• Reflect on their own emotions and experiences with stigmatization.

Assessment:

• Observe students’ participation and engagement during discussions.
• Ask students to share their thoughts or personal experiences related to stigmatization.
• Evaluate their understanding through role-playing activities or drawing emotions.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is stigmatization?
2. How does stigmatization make people feel?
3. What is low self-esteem?
4. What does lack of confidence mean?
5. Why is it important to be kind to everyone?

Conclusion: The teacher goes around to mark and give feedback on the students’ understanding of stigmatization and its effects. The teacher emphasizes the importance of kindness and acceptance towards others.

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“Understanding Stigmatization: Be Kind, Be Accepting”