Introduction to History History Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2
Lagos State Primary 1 – First Term Lesson Plan
Subject: History
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Weeks: 2
Age: 6 years
Topic: Introduction to History
Sub-topics: What is History? Who is the Father of Modern History? Why Do We Study History? How to Obtain Historical Knowledge
Duration: 40 minutes
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of History.
- Mention the Father of Modern History.
- Relate why we study History.
- Research how historical knowledge is obtained.
Key Words:
- History
- Modern
- Father
- Herodotus
- Knowledge
Set Induction:
The teacher starts by asking pupils if they have heard any stories about the past and if they can share what they remember.
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils are familiar with simple stories and can share experiences.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Audio-visual resources
- A chart showing different concepts of History
- Picture of Herodotus
- Access to web resources (www.pinterest.com)
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Discuss with pupils any stories or events they remember being told by parents or grandparents.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Communication and collaboration
- Leadership and personal development
Learning Materials:
- Chart showing different concepts of History
- Picture of Herodotus
- Flashcards
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Primary 1 History Textbook
Instructional Materials:
- Audio-visual aids
- Charts
- Pictures
Content:
- Explanation of Topic:
- What is History?
- History is the study of past events and people.
- Father of Modern History:
- Herodotus is known as the Father of Modern History.
- Why We Study History:
- To understand our past.
- To learn from past mistakes.
- To appreciate different cultures.
- How to Obtain Historical Knowledge:
- Through books.
- By listening to stories.
- Using the internet.
- What is History?
Learning Activities:
- Class Brainstorming:
- Pupils brainstorm the meaning of History.
- Group Analysis:
- Pupils in small groups analyze and discuss why Herodotus is called the Father of Modern History.
- Class Discussion:
- Pupils discuss the reasons why we study History and share their ideas.
- Research Activity:
- Pupils explore how historical knowledge can be obtained using books and pictures.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Guide the class brainstorm session.
- Provide information about Herodotus.
- Facilitate group discussions.
- Provide resources for research activities.
Learners’ Activities:
- Participate in brainstorming.
- Discuss in groups.
- Share ideas and answers.
- Conduct simple research.
Assessment:
- Pupils answer fill-in-the-blank questions.
- Participation in class and group discussions.
Questions:
- The study of past events is called _____.
- a) Science
- b) History
- c) Geography
- d) Mathematics
- _____ is known as the Father of Modern History.
- a) Socrates
- b) Plato
- c) Herodotus
- d) Aristotle
- We study History to learn from past _____.
- a) Mistakes
- b) Stories
- c) Games
- d) Songs
- Historical knowledge can be obtained from _____.
- a) Television
- b) Books
- c) Music
- d) Dance
- Learning about different cultures helps us to _____ them.
- a) Ignore
- b) Appreciate
- c) Dislike
- d) Forget
Class Activity Discussion
- What is History?
- History is the study of past events and people.
- Who is the Father of Modern History?
- Herodotus.
- Why do we study History?
- To understand our past, learn from mistakes, and appreciate cultures.
- How can we learn about History?
- Through books, stories, and the internet.
- What can we learn from History?
- We can learn about different cultures and past events.
- Why is Herodotus important?
- He recorded many historical events and stories.
- Can we learn History from pictures?
- Yes, pictures can show us past events.
- How does History help us today?
- It helps us understand how past events shape our present.
- What other ways can we learn History?
- Through museums, monuments, and historical sites.
- Why should we appreciate different cultures?
- Because it helps us understand and respect others.
Presentation:
Step 1:
The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Myself.”
Step 2:
The teacher introduces the new topic “Introduction to History” by showing pictures and flashcards.
Step 3:
The teacher allows the pupils to share what they know about History and its importance. The teacher corrects and guides pupils where necessary.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Display and explain charts.
- Provide information about Herodotus.
- Guide discussions and research activities.
Learners’ Activities:
- Participate in discussions.
- Work in groups.
- Share findings and answers.
Assessment:
- Pupils will answer the fill-in-the-blank questions.
- Teacher listens to pupil responses and checks understanding.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is History?
- Who is the Father of Modern History?
- Why do we study History?
- How can we learn about History?
- What do you call the study of past events?
- What is the importance of learning from past mistakes?
- Who recorded many historical events?
- Can stories help us learn History?
- How can pictures help us learn about History?
- What should we do to understand and respect different cultures?
Conclusion:
The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides feedback.
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