Understanding Danger and Insecurity Security Education Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Security Education Lesson Plan

Subject: Security Education
Class: Primary 2
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 7 years
Topic: Sources of Danger and Insecurity
Sub-topic: Understanding Danger and Insecurity
Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Explain what danger is.
2. Differentiate between danger and insecurity.
3. Identify various sources of insecurity in Nigeria.

Key Words

• Danger
• Insecurity
• Sources

Set Induction

Begin the lesson by asking the pupils if they have ever felt scared or in danger. Discuss their experiences briefly.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have basic knowledge of safe and unsafe environments from their daily experiences.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Picture charts showing dangerous situations
• Flashcards with key words

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

Connect the lesson to pupils’ experiences by discussing common sources of danger at home and school.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Communication

Learning Materials

• Charts
• Flashcards
• Textbooks

Reference Books

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

Instructional Materials

• Charts depicting danger and insecurity
• Flashcards with images and words

Content

Explanation of the Topic:

1. Danger:
   • Danger is something that can harm us.
   • Examples: Fire, sharp objects, wild animals.
2. Insecurity:
   • Insecurity means not being safe.
   • Examples: Areas with crime, lack of security personnel.
3. Sources of Insecurity in Nigeria:
   • Theft and robbery
   • Kidnapping
   • Conflict and war
   • Poor infrastructure
   • Corruption

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. Danger is something that can ______ us.
   a) Help
   b) Harm
   c) Feed
   d) Play
2. Insecurity means not being ______.
   a) Safe
   b) Happy
   c) Tired
   d) Hungry
3. Fire is an example of ______.
   a) Food
   b) Danger
   c) Toy
   d) Friend
4. An area with a lot of crime is ______.
   a) Safe
   b) Insecure
   c) Fun
   d) Clean
5. Kidnapping is a source of ______.
   a) Happiness
   b) Danger
   c) Insecurity
   d) Safety
6. ______ can harm us.
   a) Water
   b) Fire
   c) Friends
   d) Toys
7. Poor infrastructure is a source of ______.
   a) Safety
   b) Fun
   c) Insecurity
   d) Health
8. Wild animals are examples of ______.
   a) Toys
   b) Danger
   c) Food
   d) Safety
9. Conflict and war can make us feel ______.
   a) Happy
   b) Safe
   c) Insecure
   d) Healthy
10. Lack of security personnel leads to ______.
    a) Safety
    b) Insecurity
    c) Fun
    d) Health

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is danger?
   • Danger is something that can harm us.
2. What does insecurity mean?
   • Insecurity means not being safe.
3. Can you give an example of danger?
   • Yes, fire is an example of danger.
4. What is an example of insecurity?
   • An area with a lot of crime is insecure.
5. How can theft cause insecurity?
   • Theft makes people feel unsafe and worried.
6. Why is kidnapping dangerous?
   • Kidnapping is dangerous because it puts people’s lives at risk.
7. What happens in areas with poor infrastructure?
   • They become insecure and unsafe.
8. How does conflict and war cause insecurity?
   • They create fear and danger for people.
9. Why is lack of security personnel a problem?
   • It makes areas less safe and more prone to crime.
10. What can we do to stay safe?
    • Avoid dangerous places and situations, and follow safety rules.

Presentation

Step 1: Revision of Previous Topic

• Review the previous lesson on safe and unsafe environments.

Step 2: Introduction of New Topic

• Introduce the new topic by explaining the meaning of danger and insecurity.

Step 3: Pupils’ Contributions

• Allow pupils to share their own experiences of danger and insecurity.
• 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 danger?
2. What does insecurity mean?
3. Name one example of danger.
4. Name one source of insecurity.
5. How can we stay safe?
6. What makes an area insecure?
7. What is a common danger at home?
8. Why is conflict dangerous?
9. How can poor infrastructure cause insecurity?
10. Why do we need security personnel?

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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