Benefits of Being a National and Its Importance Civic Education Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Civic Education Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 8 years
Topic: Components of Civic Education (Continued)
Sub-topic: Benefits of Being a National
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
Pupils should be able to:
- Explain the term “national” (or “nationality”).
- Identify the benefits of being a national.
- Discuss the importance of being a national.
Keywords: National, Benefits, Voting, Government Access, Citizenship, Rights, Responsibilities
Set Induction:
Start with a simple activity where pupils share something they can do because they are part of their class or community, then link this to being a national and the benefits it brings.
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils should have a basic understanding of democracy and democratic practices from previous lessons.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Chart paper with benefits of being a national
- Markers
- Examples of voting materials
- Pictures of government services
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Discuss the previous lesson on democracy and how being a national is related to participating in civic duties and enjoying certain rights.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Understanding and applying concepts
- Critical thinking and discussion
- Rights and responsibilities
Learning Materials:
- Charts
- Voting materials (cards, examples)
- Pictures or examples of government services
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Primary Civic Education Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
- Visual aids
- Whiteboard and markers
Content:
- Explaining the Term “National”
- A national is a person who belongs to a particular country and has certain rights and duties in that country.
- Benefits of Being a National
- Right to Vote: Nationals can participate in elections and choose their leaders.
- Access to Government Services: Nationals can access various government services like education, healthcare, and public facilities.
- Protection by the Law: Nationals are protected by their country’s laws and legal system.
- Participation in Civic Duties: Nationals can contribute to their country by participating in community activities and national events.
- Importance of Being a National
- Being a national allows individuals to enjoy rights and benefits such as voting and accessing government services.
- It also involves responsibilities like following laws and participating in civic duties, which help in building a better society.
Questions:
- A national is a person who belongs to a _____ and has certain rights and duties.
a) city
b) country
c) school
d) house - One benefit of being a national is the right to _____.
a) sleep
b) vote
c) eat
d) avoid - Nationals can access _____ services provided by their government.
a) private
b) school
c) government
d) personal - Being a national means you are protected by your country’s _____.
a) games
b) laws
c) toys
d) books - Nationals have the right to _____ in elections.
a) avoid
b) vote
c) ignore
d) dislike - Access to _____ is one of the benefits of being a national.
a) toys
b) government services
c) pets
d) games - Participation in _____ duties helps build a better society.
a) home
b) civic
c) personal
d) family - Being a national involves _____ like following laws.
a) playing
b) ignoring
c) responsibilities
d) avoiding - Nationals can contribute to their country by _____ in community activities.
a) avoiding
b) ignoring
c) participating
d) disliking - One right of nationals is _____ by the law.
a) protection
b) avoidance
c) dislike
d) ignoring - Access to public _____ is a benefit of being a national.
a) services
b) games
c) pets
d) books - The term “national” refers to a person who belongs to a _____ and has rights and duties.
a) school
b) house
c) country
d) office - Being a national means you can _____ in national events.
a) avoid
b) dislike
c) participate
d) ignore - The right to _____ is a benefit of being a national.
a) sleep
b) play
c) vote
d) hide - Nationals are _____ by their country’s laws.
a) protected
b) ignored
c) disliked
d) avoided
Class Activity Discussion
- What does “national” mean?
- A national is a person who belongs to a particular country and has certain rights and duties.
- What is one benefit of being a national?
- One benefit is the right to vote in elections.
- How can nationals access government services?
- Nationals can access services like education and healthcare provided by the government.
- What protection do nationals get?
- Nationals are protected by their country’s laws and legal system.
- Why is participation in civic duties important?
- It helps build a better society by contributing to community activities and national events.
- What are some rights of nationals?
- Rights include voting, accessing government services, and protection by the law.
- How do nationals contribute to their country?
- By participating in civic duties and community activities.
- What does it mean to have the right to vote?
- It means you can choose leaders and participate in decision-making processes.
- What kind of services can nationals access?
- Services like education, healthcare, and public facilities.
- What responsibilities come with being a national?
- Responsibilities include following laws and participating in civic duties.
- Why is protection by the law important?
- It ensures that nationals are safe and their rights are upheld.
- Can nationals participate in national events?
- Yes, participation in national events is one of the benefits of being a national.
- What does it mean to access public services?
- It means being able to use services provided by the government for all nationals.
- How does being a national benefit your daily life?
- It provides access to services and protection, and allows you to participate in voting and civic activities.
- What role do civic duties play in a national’s life?
- Civic duties help contribute to the community and ensure the smooth functioning of society.
Presentation:
Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic on democracy, linking it to the benefits and importance of being a national.
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, explaining the term “national,” the benefits of being a national, and the importance of these benefits.
Step 3: The teacher allows pupils to discuss the benefits and importance of being a national, and corrects any misunderstandings.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Present the lesson using visual aids and examples.
- Facilitate discussion and answer questions.
Learners’ Activities:
- Participate in discussions.
- Answer fill-in-the-blank questions and FAQs.
- Share their thoughts on the benefits of being a national.
Assessment:
- Review pupils’ answers to the fill-in-the-blank questions.
- Observe participation in discussions.
Ten Evaluation Questions Related to the Topic:
- What does “national” mean?
- Name one benefit of being a national.
- How can nationals access government services?
- Why is the right to vote important?
- What protection do nationals receive from their country’s laws?
- How does participating in civic duties help society?
- What are some responsibilities of nationals?
- How can nationals contribute to their community?
- What is one right of nationals?
- Why is it important to understand the benefits of being a national?
Conclusion:
The teacher goes around to mark the fill-in-the-blank questions and discussions. Any necessary corrections or clarifications are provided to ensure understanding of the topic.
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