Sources of Danger and Insecurity Suspicious Movement Security Education Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Security Education Lesson Plan

Subject: Security Education
Class: Primary 2
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 7 years
Topic: Sources of Danger and Insecurity
Sub-topic: Suspicious Movement
Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Identify suspicious persons and activities in the school.
2. Highlight what to do in case of any suspected movement in school and at home.

Key Words

• Suspicious
• Persons
• Activities
• Movement

Set Induction

Start the lesson by asking pupils if they have ever seen someone acting strangely or suspiciously. Discuss their responses briefly.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have a basic understanding of safe and unsafe behaviors from previous lessons.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Picture charts showing suspicious activities
• Flashcards with key words

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

Connect the lesson to pupils’ prior knowledge by discussing how to stay safe in different environments.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Observation
• Communication

Learning Materials

• Charts
• Flashcards
• Textbooks

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Primary 2 Security Education Textbook

Instructional Materials

• Charts depicting suspicious activities
• Flashcards with images and words

Content

Explanation of the Topic:

1. Identifying Suspicious Persons and Activities:
   • Suspicious Persons:
     • Someone loitering around the school.
     • Strangers asking unusual questions.
     • People trying to enter restricted areas.
   • Suspicious Activities:
     • Unattended bags or packages.
     • People taking photos or videos without permission.
     • Unusual sounds or smells.
2. What to Do in Case of Suspected Movement:
   • In School:
     • Inform a teacher or school security immediately.
     • Stay away from the suspicious person or activity.
     • Do not touch or move any suspicious object.
   • At Home:
     • Inform a trusted adult immediately.
     • Lock all doors and windows.
     • Call emergency services if necessary.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. A suspicious person may be ______ around the school.
   a) Running
   b) Loitering
   c) Playing
   d) Eating
2. Strangers asking unusual questions are ______.
   a) Friendly
   b) Suspicious
   c) Helpful
   d) Normal
3. Unattended bags or packages are ______.
   a) Safe
   b) Suspicious
   c) Clean
   d) Fun
4. People trying to enter restricted areas are ______.
   a) Welcome
   b) Ignored
   c) Suspicious
   d) Happy
5. Unusual sounds or smells can be ______.
   a) Fun
   b) Suspicious
   c) Exciting
   d) Harmless
6. If you see a suspicious person in school, inform a ______.
   a) Friend
   b) Teacher
   c) Stranger
   d) Pet
7. Stay away from the ______ person or activity.
   a) Friendly
   b) Suspicious
   c) Fun
   d) Happy
8. Do not touch or move any ______ object.
   a) Suspicious
   b) Clean
   c) Safe
   d) Fun
9. If you see something suspicious at home, inform a ______.
   a) Stranger
   b) Trusted adult
   c) Pet
   d) Toy
10. Lock all ______ and windows if you see something suspicious at home.
    a) Doors
    b) Toys
    c) Books
    d) Games

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is a suspicious person?
   • A suspicious person is someone acting strangely or unusually.
2. What are some signs of suspicious activities?
   • Unattended bags, people taking photos without permission, unusual sounds or smells.
3. What should you do if you see a suspicious person in school?
   • Inform a teacher or school security immediately.
4. Why should you stay away from suspicious activities?
   • To keep yourself safe from potential danger.
5. What should you do if you find an unattended bag in school?
   • Inform a teacher or school security immediately.
6. What is the first thing to do if you see something suspicious at home?
   • Inform a trusted adult immediately.
7. Why should you lock doors and windows if you see something suspicious at home?
   • To keep yourself safe from potential intruders.
8. Who should you call if there is an emergency at home?
   • Call emergency services.
9. Why should you not touch suspicious objects?
   • They could be dangerous.
10. What are restricted areas in school?
    • Places where students are not allowed to enter.

Presentation

Step 1: Revision of Previous Topic

• Review the previous lesson on the consequences of suicide bombing and solutions to bomb explosions.

Step 2: Introduction of New Topic

• Introduce the new topic by explaining what suspicious persons and activities are.

Step 3: Pupils’ Contributions

• Allow pupils to share their thoughts and questions about suspicious persons and activities.
• Correct and guide them as needed.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain key terms and examples.
• Use charts and flashcards to illustrate points.
• Engage pupils in discussions and activities.

Learners’ Activities

• Participate in discussions.
• Answer questions.
• Share their experiences.

Assessment

• 10 fill-in-the-blank questions to test understanding.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is a suspicious person?
2. Name one sign of suspicious activity.
3. What should you do if you see a suspicious person in school?
4. Why should you stay away from suspicious activities?
5. What should you do if you find an unattended bag in school?
6. What is the first thing to do if you see something suspicious at home?
7. Why should you lock doors and windows if you see something suspicious at home?
8. Who should you call if there is an emergency at home?
9. Why should you not touch suspicious objects?
10. What are restricted areas in school?

Conclusion

• The teacher goes round to mark and gives feedback on the assessment questions.
• Summarize the lesson and address any remaining questions.

More Useful Links

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