Meaning of Loyalty, Evidence of Loyalty, and National Services that Show Loyalty Civic Education Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Civic Education Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 5
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 9 years
Topic: Readiness Test/ Loyalty
Sub-topic: Meaning of Loyalty, Evidence of Loyalty, and National Services that Show Loyalty
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. Describe the meaning of loyalty.
2. Identify evidence of loyalty in family, school, and society.
3. Discuss the consequences of disloyalty.
4. Identify national services that demonstrate loyalty.

Keywords:

• Loyalty
• Disloyalty
• Evidence
• National Services

Set Induction:

• Begin the lesson by asking the pupils if they have ever been loyal to someone or something, such as their family or school. Allow them to share their experiences.

Entry Behaviour:

• Pupils should already know the importance of good behavior and respect for others.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Flashcards with words like “Loyalty” and “Disloyalty”
• Pictures of national symbols (e.g., Nigerian flag, coat of arms)
• Chart showing examples of loyalty in different settings

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

• Ask pupils what they understand by being loyal to their friends or family. Build on their responses to introduce the topic of loyalty.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Collaboration

Learning Materials:

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

Instructional Materials:

• Flashcards
• National symbols (flags, coat of arms)
• Pictures representing loyalty actions

Content:

1. Meaning of Loyalty:
Loyalty is the act of being faithful and showing strong support to someone or something, like your family, school, or country.

2. Evidence of Loyalty:
Loyalty can be shown in various ways, such as:

• Helping family members when they need support.
• Obeying school rules and respecting teachers.
• Participating in community activities.

3. Consequences of Disloyalty:
When someone is disloyal, it can lead to:

• Loss of trust from others.
• Conflicts in relationships.
• Problems in society, like disobedience to laws.

4. National Services That Show Loyalty:
Some examples of national services that demonstrate loyalty include:

• The Nigerian Police Force: They maintain law and order.
• The Armed Forces: They protect the country from external threats.
• National Youth Service Corps (NYSC): They promote unity and serve the nation.

Questions:

1. Loyalty means being ______ to someone or something.
   a) Faithful
   b) Rude
   c) Lazy
   d) Dishonest
2. A person who helps others in times of need shows ______.
   a) Disloyalty
   b) Selfishness
   c) Loyalty
   d) Laziness
3. The act of not being loyal is called ______.
   a) Obedience
   b) Disloyalty
   c) Kindness
   d) Loyalty
4. Following school rules is an example of ______.
   a) Disloyalty
   b) Loyalty
   c) Laziness
   d) Dishonesty
5. ______ is a national service that shows loyalty.
   a) NYSC
   b) Cooking
   c) Sleeping
   d) Playing
6. Disloyalty can lead to loss of ______.
   a) Trust
   b) Money
   c) Power
   d) Fun
7. Loyalty in the family means helping ______.
   a) Strangers
   b) Family members
   c) Enemies
   d) Nobody
8. The Nigerian Police Force shows loyalty by maintaining ______.
   a) Chaos
   b) Law and order
   c) Silence
   d) Nothing
9. Respecting teachers is a sign of loyalty to your ______.
   a) Friends
   b) School
   c) Country
   d) None
10. Disloyalty can cause ______ in relationships.
    a) Peace
    b) Happiness
    c) Conflicts
    d) Calmness
11. Showing support to your country is called ______.
    a) Nationalism
    b) Disloyalty
    c) Ignorance
    d) Dishonesty
12. A loyal person is always ______.
    a) Trustworthy
    b) Careless
    c) Lazy
    d) Dishonest
13. Helping in community activities shows ______.
    a) Disloyalty
    b) Loyalty
    c) Rudeness
    d) Laziness
14. The Armed Forces protect the country from ______.
    a) External threats
    b) Friends
    c) Teachers
    d) Strangers
15. NYSC promotes unity and ______ the nation.
    a) Serves
    b) Disobeys
    c) Hurts
    d) None

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is loyalty?
   • Loyalty means being faithful and supportive to someone or something.
2. Can loyalty be shown to a country?
   • Yes, loyalty can be shown to a country by obeying laws and respecting national symbols.
3. What is an example of loyalty in school?
   • Following school rules and respecting teachers is an example of loyalty.
4. Why is loyalty important?
   • Loyalty builds trust and strong relationships.
5. What happens if someone is disloyal?
   • Disloyalty can lead to loss of trust and conflicts.
6. What is a national service that shows loyalty?
   • The Nigerian Police Force is an example of a national service that shows loyalty.
7. How can loyalty be shown in the family?
   • Loyalty in the family can be shown by helping family members and being supportive.
8. Can disloyalty affect society?
   • Yes, disloyalty can cause problems in society like disobedience to laws.
9. Is respecting your country’s flag a sign of loyalty?
   • Yes, respecting the national flag is a sign of loyalty.
10. What is the consequence of disloyalty in school?
    • It can lead to punishment and loss of respect from teachers and classmates.
11. What does NYSC stand for?
    • National Youth Service Corps.
12. Why is NYSC considered a service of loyalty?
    • Because it promotes unity and serves the nation.
13. What does the Armed Forces do to show loyalty?
    • They protect the country from external threats.
14. Is helping in community activities a form of loyalty?
    • Yes, it is a form of loyalty to the society.
15. What is disloyalty?
    • Disloyalty is the opposite of loyalty, meaning not being faithful or supportive.

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic on Civic Education, discussing the importance of good citizenship.

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, explaining the meaning of loyalty, evidence of loyalty, and consequences of disloyalty.

Step 3: The teacher asks the pupils to give examples of loyalty in their lives, encourages participation, and corrects any misconceptions.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the meaning of loyalty using simple examples.
• Discuss different ways to show loyalty in family, school, and society.
• Talk about the consequences of disloyalty.
• Highlight national services that demonstrate loyalty.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen and participate in discussions.
• Share personal experiences of loyalty.
• Identify examples of loyalty in various settings.

Assessment:

1. What does loyalty mean?
2. Mention two examples of loyalty in school.
3. What is one consequence of disloyalty?
4. Name a national service that shows loyalty.
5. How can you show loyalty to your family?

Ten Evaluation Questions:

1. Define loyalty.
2. Give two examples of how you can be loyal to your friends.
3. What can happen if you are disloyal?
4. Mention one way to show loyalty in school.
5. How does the Nigerian Police Force show loyalty?
6. What is the NYSC?
7. Why is loyalty important in the family?
8. Give an example of loyalty in the society.
9. What does disloyalty lead to in relationships?
10. How do the Armed Forces show loyalty?

Conclusion:

• The teacher goes around the class, marking the pupils’ work and giving feedback. The teacher emphasizes the importance of loyalty and encourages the pupils to practice it in their daily lives.