Understanding Security Alert Signs Security Education Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Lesson Plan: Security Education for Primary 1, First Term, Week 4

Subject: Security Education
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 6 years

Topic: Security – Alert Signs
Sub-topic: Understanding Security Alert Signs

Duration: 40 minutes

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

1. Explain what security alert signs are.
2. List and discuss the consequences of neglecting security alert signs.

Keywords: Security, Alert Signs, Danger, Neglect

Set Induction:
The teacher will show pictures of different security alert signs (e.g., “Danger”, “No Entry”, “Caution”, etc.) and ask the pupils if they know what these signs mean.

Entry Behaviour: Pupils have seen different signs around their environment but may not understand their meanings.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Picture cards of security alert signs
• Flashcards with explanations of alert signs
• Storybook about safety and alert signs
• Whiteboard and markers

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Discuss with pupils the importance of following signs they see around their school and home.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Observation
• Critical thinking
• Communication

Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work

Instructional Materials:

• Picture cards of security alert signs
• Flashcards with explanations of alert signs
• Storybook about safety and alert signs
• Whiteboard and markers

Content:

1. Security Alert Signs:
   • Danger: This sign means there is a risk of harm.
   • No Entry: This sign means you should not enter the area.
   • Caution: This sign means to be careful because there might be danger.
   • Stop: This sign means you need to stop moving and check for safety.
   • Fire Exit: This sign shows the way to leave a building in case of fire.
2. Consequences of Neglecting Security Alert Signs:
   • Injury: Ignoring a “Caution” sign might lead to accidents.
   • Getting Lost: Ignoring a “No Entry” sign can lead to getting lost in restricted areas.
   • Dangerous Situations: Ignoring a “Danger” sign can put you in harm’s way.
   • Fires: Not following a “Fire Exit” sign during a fire can lead to serious injury or worse.
   • Legal Issues: Ignoring signs can sometimes lead to breaking rules or laws.

Questions:

1. The sign that means there is a risk of harm is __________.
   • a) Stop
   • b) Danger
   • c) No Entry
   • d) Caution
2. The sign that means you should not enter an area is __________.
   • a) Danger
   • b) No Entry
   • c) Stop
   • d) Fire Exit
3. The sign that means to be careful because there might be danger is __________.
   • a) No Entry
   • b) Caution
   • c) Danger
   • d) Fire Exit
4. The sign that shows the way to leave a building in case of fire is __________.
   • a) Stop
   • b) Caution
   • c) Danger
   • d) Fire Exit
5. If you ignore a “Caution” sign, you might __________.
   • a) Have fun
   • b) Get a gift
   • c) Get injured
   • d) Meet a friend
6. Ignoring a “No Entry” sign can lead to __________.
   • a) Safety
   • b) Getting lost
   • c) Finding a toy
   • d) Winning a prize
7. Ignoring a “Danger” sign can put you in __________.
   • a) Safety
   • b) Fun
   • c) Harm’s way
   • d) A park
8. Not following a “Fire Exit” sign during a fire can lead to __________.
   • a) Safety
   • b) Injury
   • c) Playing
   • d) Eating
9. Ignoring signs can sometimes lead to breaking __________.
   • a) Games
   • b) Toys
   • c) Rules or laws
   • d) Pencils
10. The sign that means you need to stop moving and check for safety is __________.
    • a) Danger
    • b) No Entry
    • c) Stop
    • d) Fire Exit

Class Activity Discussion :

1. What does a “Danger” sign mean?
   Answer: It means there is a risk of harm.
2. Why should you not enter an area with a “No Entry” sign?
   Answer: Because it is restricted and can be unsafe.
3. What should you do when you see a “Caution” sign?
   Answer: Be careful because there might be danger.
4. Where do you find a “Fire Exit” sign?
   Answer: It shows the way to leave a building in case of fire.
5. What can happen if you ignore a “Caution” sign?
   Answer: You might get injured.
6. Why is it important to follow a “No Entry” sign?
   Answer: To avoid getting lost or going into a dangerous area.
7. What are the risks of ignoring a “Danger” sign?
   Answer: You can be put in harm’s way.
8. What is the consequence of not following a “Fire Exit” sign during a fire?
   Answer: You can get seriously injured or worse.
9. Can ignoring signs lead to legal issues?
   Answer: Yes, it can sometimes lead to breaking rules or laws.
10. What does a “Stop” sign mean?
    Answer: You need to stop moving and check for safety.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Sources of Insecurity.”
2. Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic by showing pictures of different security alert signs and explaining their meanings.
3. Step 3: The teacher discusses the consequences of neglecting these signs and allows pupils to share their thoughts.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Show pictures and explain the meanings of security alert signs.
• Describe the consequences of neglecting these signs.
• Ask questions to engage pupils and guide their responses.

Learners’ Activities:

• Look at the pictures.
• Answer questions.
• Share their own ideas about staying safe.

Assessment:

• Pupils will answer the fill-in-the-blank questions.
• Oral questions during the lesson.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What does a “Danger” sign mean?
2. Why should you follow a “No Entry” sign?
3. What should you do when you see a “Caution” sign?
4. Why is it important to follow a “Fire Exit” sign during a fire?
5. What can happen if you ignore a “Caution” sign?
6. Why should you not enter an area with a “No Entry” sign?
7. What are the risks of ignoring a “Danger” sign?
8. What is the consequence of not following a “Fire Exit” sign during a fire?
9. Can ignoring signs lead to legal issues?
10. What does a “Stop” sign mean?

Conclusion: The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides necessary corrections.

More Useful Links

• Understanding Security and Security Personnel Security Education Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1
• Understanding Security Facts and Stranger Tactics Security Education Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2
• Identifying Sources of Insecurity Security Education Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3