Loyalty in Relationships and Its Examples Civic Education Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Civic Education Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 5
Term: First Term
Week: 2
Age: 9 years
Topic: Loyalty in Relationships and Its Examples
Sub-topic: Demonstrating Loyalty to Friends and Family
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. Demonstrate how to show loyalty to friends and families.
2. Compare examples of loyal individuals they know.

Keywords:

• Loyalty
• Relationship
• Friendship
• Family

Set Induction:

• Begin by asking the pupils to describe a situation where they felt someone was loyal to them or where they were loyal to someone else. Use their responses to introduce the topic.

Entry Behaviour:

• Pupils should already have a basic understanding of what loyalty means from the previous lesson.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Flashcards with examples of loyalty.
• Pictures showing acts of loyalty within friendships and families.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

• Review the previous lesson’s definition of loyalty. Discuss briefly how loyalty can be shown in different situations.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Communication
• Empathy
• Collaboration

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Civic Education textbooks for Primary 5

Instructional Materials:

• Flashcards
• Storybooks illustrating loyalty in relationships
• Pictures depicting loyal relationships

Content:

1. Loyalty in Relationships:
Loyalty in relationships means being faithful and supportive to people we care about, like our friends and family. It involves standing by them in good and bad times, helping them when they need it, and being trustworthy.

2. Examples of Loyalty to Friends:

• Keeping a friend’s secret.
• Helping a friend with homework or a task.
• Standing up for a friend when others are being unkind.

3. Examples of Loyalty to Family:

• Helping parents with household chores.
• Taking care of siblings when needed.
• Always telling the truth to family members.

4. Comparing Loyal Individuals:

• Pupils can think about people they know who are loyal, like a family member who is always there for them or a friend who supports them no matter what. They can compare how these individuals demonstrate loyalty in their lives.

Questions:

1. Loyalty in relationships means being ______ and supportive to others.
   a) Unkind
   b) Faithful
   c) Lazy
   d) Rude
2. Keeping a friend’s secret is an example of ______.
   a) Disloyalty
   b) Laziness
   c) Loyalty
   d) Dishonesty
3. Helping a friend with homework shows ______.
   a) Loyalty
   b) Disobedience
   c) Dishonesty
   d) None
4. A loyal person is always ______.
   a) Dishonest
   b) Lazy
   c) Trustworthy
   d) Rude
5. ______ for a friend when others are being unkind shows loyalty.
   a) Ignoring
   b) Standing up
   c) Laughing
   d) Hiding
6. Helping parents with chores is an example of loyalty to ______.
   a) Friends
   b) Family
   c) Strangers
   d) None
7. A loyal friend will never share your ______ without permission.
   a) Money
   b) Secret
   c) Food
   d) Game
8. Telling the truth to family members is a sign of ______.
   a) Loyalty
   b) Dishonesty
   c) Laziness
   d) None
9. ______ a friend when they are sad shows loyalty.
   a) Ignoring
   b) Helping
   c) Mocking
   d) None
10. Loyalty in the family can be seen when you ______ your siblings.
    a) Ignore
    b) Help
    c) Hurt
    d) Mock
11. A loyal person is someone you can always ______.
    a) Ignore
    b) Laugh at
    c) Trust
    d) Fear
12. Helping your friend when they are in trouble is a sign of ______.
    a) Disloyalty
    b) Loyalty
    c) Laziness
    d) None
13. A loyal family member will always ______ the family.
    a) Hurt
    b) Support
    c) Ignore
    d) Leave
14. When a person shows loyalty, they are being ______.
    a) Dishonest
    b) Faithful
    c) Rude
    d) Lazy
15. Loyalty is important in ______.
    a) Relationships
    b) Games
    c) Movies
    d) None

Class Activity Discussion:

1. What does loyalty in a relationship mean?
   • Loyalty in a relationship means being faithful and supportive to people you care about.
2. How can you show loyalty to a friend?
   • By keeping their secrets and helping them when they need it.
3. What is an example of loyalty in a family?
   • Helping parents with household chores is an example of loyalty in a family.
4. Why is loyalty important in relationships?
   • Loyalty is important because it builds trust and strengthens the relationship.
5. Can loyalty be shown to both friends and family?
   • Yes, loyalty can be shown to both friends and family.
6. What happens if someone is not loyal in a relationship?
   • It can cause mistrust and weaken the relationship.
7. What is one way to show loyalty to a sibling?
   • Helping them with their homework or tasks.
8. Is standing up for a friend a sign of loyalty?
   • Yes, standing up for a friend shows loyalty.
9. Can loyalty help strengthen friendships?
   • Yes, loyalty can make friendships stronger and more reliable.
10. Why should you always tell the truth to your family?
    • Because it shows loyalty and trustworthiness.
11. How can you compare loyal individuals?
    • By looking at how they demonstrate loyalty in their actions and behavior.
12. Is loyalty only important in close relationships?
    • No, loyalty is important in all types of relationships.
13. What can you do to show loyalty to your parents?
    • Helping them with chores and listening to their advice.
14. Can a loyal person be trusted?
    • Yes, a loyal person can be trusted.
15. What makes someone loyal?
    • Being faithful, supportive, and trustworthy makes someone loyal.

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous lesson on the meaning of loyalty and its evidence in different settings.

Step 2: The teacher introduces the topic of loyalty in relationships, focusing on how pupils can demonstrate loyalty to their friends and families.

Step 3: The teacher asks the pupils to think about loyal individuals they know and compare how these individuals show loyalty in their lives.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the concept of loyalty in relationships.
• Give examples of how loyalty can be shown to friends and family.
• Encourage pupils to think about and discuss loyal individuals in their lives.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen and participate in discussions.
• Share examples of loyalty in their relationships.
• Compare how different people show loyalty.

Assessment:

1. What does loyalty in a relationship mean?
2. How can you show loyalty to a friend?
3. Give one example of loyalty in a family.
4. Why is loyalty important in friendships?
5. Mention one way to show loyalty to your siblings.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Define loyalty in relationships.
2. Give an example of how you can be loyal to a friend.
3. What is one consequence of not being loyal in a relationship?
4. Mention one way to show loyalty to your family.
5. Why is it important to be loyal to your friends?
6. What is one thing a loyal person will never do?
7. How can loyalty make a family stronger?
8. Give an example of loyalty in school.
9. Why should you stand up for your friend?
10. How does helping a sibling show loyalty?

Conclusion:

• The teacher goes around the class, checking the pupils’ work and providing feedback. The teacher encourages pupils to practice loyalty in their relationships with friends and family.

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