Important Places of History in Lagos History Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 9 & 10

Lagos State Primary 1 – First Term Lesson Plan

Subject: History

Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Weeks: 9 & 10
Age: 6 years
Topic: Important Places of History in Lagos
Sub-topics:

• Examples of Important Places of Historical Significance in Lagos
• Why These Places are Important and of Historical Significance
• Contribution of These Places to the Economic Growth of Lagos State
  Duration: 40 minutes

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Give examples of important places of historical significance in Lagos State.
2. Explain important places of historical significance in Lagos.
3. Tell why places in Lagos State are regarded as important and of historical significance.
4. Relate how these places contribute to the economic growth of Lagos State.

Key Words:

• Historical
• Significance
• Economy
• Governor’s Office
• National Theatre
• Conservation

Set Induction:

The teacher starts by showing pictures of famous landmarks in Lagos and asks pupils if they recognize any of them.

Entry Behaviour:

Pupils have basic knowledge of some common places in Lagos.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Map of Lagos State showing places of historical significance
• Picture chart showing important places in Lagos
• Access to web resources (www.travelstart.com.ng)
• Audio-visual aids

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Discuss with pupils any places they have visited in Lagos and what they remember about those places.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Citizenship
• Creativity and imagination

Learning Materials:

• Maps
• Picture charts
• Flashcards

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Primary 1 History Textbook

Instructional Materials:

• Audio-visual aids
• Maps and charts
• Pictures of historical places

Content:

1. Examples of Important Places of Historical Significance in Lagos:
   • Governor’s Office
   • First Storey Building in Nigeria
   • Local Government Headquarters
   • Railway Terminal
   • Lagos State House of Assembly Complex
   • Bar Beach
   • National Theatre
   • Lekki Conservation Centre
   • Tafawa Balewa Square
2. Why These Places are Important:
   • Governor’s Office: Seat of state governance and administration.
   • First Storey Building: Historical architecture and colonial heritage.
   • Local Government Headquarters: Administrative centers for local governance.
   • Railway Terminal: Significant for transportation history.
   • House of Assembly Complex: Legislative activities.
   • Bar Beach: Recreational and cultural significance.
   • National Theatre: Cultural and artistic performances.
   • Lekki Conservation Centre: Environmental and wildlife preservation.
   • Tafawa Balewa Square: Historical events and national celebrations.
3. Contribution to Economic Growth:
   • Tourism attraction brings revenue.
   • Job creation through maintenance and services.
   • Cultural heritage boosts local businesses.
   • Environmental conservation supports sustainable development.

Learning Activities:

1. Class Mentioning:
   • Pupils mention examples of important places of historical significance in Lagos.
2. Group Discussion:
   • Pupils discuss important places of historical significance in Lagos State in small groups.
3. Group Inference:
   • Pupils infer why these places are regarded as important and of historical significance in Lagos State in small groups.
4. Class Presentation:
   • Pupils present their findings on how these places contribute to the economic growth of Lagos State.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Guide the class mentioning session.
• Provide information and visuals on important places.
• Facilitate group discussions and inferences.
• Assist pupils in their presentations.

Learners’ Activities:

• Participate in class discussions.
• Work in small groups for discussions and inferences.
• Share findings with the class.

Assessment:

• Pupils will answer fill-in-the-blank and multiple-choice questions.
• Participation in class and group activities will be monitored.

Questions:

1. The _____ is the seat of state governance and administration in Lagos.
   • a) Governor’s Office
   • b) Railway Terminal
   • c) National Theatre
   • d) Bar Beach
2. The _____ in Nigeria is a historical architecture from the colonial period.
   • a) Second Storey Building
   • b) First Storey Building
   • c) Tallest Building
   • d) Longest Building
3. The _____ is known for environmental and wildlife preservation in Lagos.
   • a) Tafawa Balewa Square
   • b) Lekki Conservation Centre
   • c) Local Government Headquarters
   • d) Bar Beach
4. The _____ hosts cultural and artistic performances in Lagos.
   • a) Railway Terminal
   • b) National Theatre
   • c) House of Assembly
   • d) Governor’s Office
5. The _____ is used for national celebrations and historical events in Lagos.
   • a) National Theatre
   • b) Railway Terminal
   • c) Lekki Conservation Centre
   • d) Tafawa Balewa Square

6. Which place is significant for transportation history in Lagos?
   • a) National Theatre
   • b) Railway Terminal
   • c) Bar Beach
   • d) Lekki Conservation Centre
7. The National Theatre is important for _____.
   • a) Historical events
   • b) Cultural and artistic performances
   • c) Environmental preservation
   • d) Governance
8. Which of the following places is known for its recreational and cultural significance in Lagos?
   • a) Tafawa Balewa Square
   • b) Bar Beach
   • c) Local Government Headquarters
   • d) Governor’s Office
9. The Governor’s Office contributes to the economic growth of Lagos by _____.
   • a) Hosting cultural performances
   • b) Attracting tourists
   • c) Governing and administrating the state
   • d) Preserving the environment
10. Tafawa Balewa Square is used for _____.
    • a) Wildlife preservation
    • b) National celebrations and historical events
    • c) Transportation
    • d) Local governance

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is the Governor’s Office in Lagos?
   • The Governor’s Office is the seat of state governance and administration.
2. Why is the First Storey Building in Nigeria important?
   • It is a historical architecture from the colonial period.
3. What happens at the Local Government Headquarters?
   • Local governance and administration are managed here.
4. Why is the Railway Terminal significant?
   • It is important for the history of transportation in Lagos.
5. What activities take place at the Lagos State House of Assembly Complex?
   • Legislative activities and law-making.
6. What is Bar Beach known for?
   • Its recreational and cultural significance.
7. What kind of events are hosted at the National Theatre?
   • Cultural and artistic performances.
8. What is the purpose of the Lekki Conservation Centre?
   • Environmental and wildlife preservation.
9. What is Tafawa Balewa Square used for?
   • National celebrations and historical events.
10. How do these places contribute to the economic growth of Lagos State?
    • They attract tourists, create jobs, boost local businesses, and support sustainable development.

Presentation:

Step 1:
The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Family History.”

Step 2:
The teacher introduces the new topic “Important Places of History in Lagos” by showing maps and pictures.

Step 3:
The teacher allows pupils to share their knowledge and discuss in groups why these places are significant. The teacher guides and corrects pupils where necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Display and explain maps and pictures.
• Provide information about each historical place.
• Guide group discussions and inferences.
• Assist pupils in their presentations.

Learners’ Activities:

• Participate in class discussions.
• Work in small groups for discussions and inferences.
• Share findings with the class.

Assessment:

• Pupils will answer fill-in-the-blank and multiple-choice questions.
• Teacher listens to pupil responses and checks understanding.

Ten Evaluation Questions:

1. Name an important place of historical significance in Lagos.
2. What is the Governor’s Office used for?
3. Why is the First Storey Building in Nigeria significant?
4. What happens at the Local Government Headquarters?
5. What is the Railway Terminal known for?
6. Where are cultural performances held in Lagos?
7. Why is Lekki Conservation Centre important?
8. What activities take place at Tafawa Balewa Square?
9. How does the National Theatre contribute to Lagos’ economy?
10. Name one way historical places boost local businesses.

Conclusion:

• The teacher goes around to mark and provide feedback on the pupils’ work.
• Recap of the key points discussed in the lesson.

More Useful Links :

• Introduction to History History Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2
• Family History History Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3 & 4
• Family History History Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3 & 4

Important Places of History in Lagos