Types of Personal Security Security Education Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Security Education Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Subject: Security Education

Class: Primary 5

Term: First Term

Week: 2

Age: 9 years

Topic: Types of Personal Security

Sub-topic:

• Understanding the Concept of Danger
• Classification of Types of Personal Security

Duration: 40 minutes

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

1. Understand the concept of danger.
2. Classify the types of personal security, such as home security, street security, and security while travelling.

Keywords: Danger, Personal Security, Home Security, Street Security, Travel Security

Set Induction: Begin the lesson by asking pupils to share any experience they have had where they felt unsafe. Use their responses to introduce the concept of danger and the need for personal security.

Entry Behaviour: Pupils have basic knowledge of personal security and its importance.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures showing different scenarios related to home, street, and travel security
• Flashcards with keywords and definitions

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Pupils have previously learned about personal security and the sources of threats.

Embedded Core Skills: Critical Thinking, Communication, Safety Awareness

Learning Materials:

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

Instructional Materials:

• Charts
• Flashcards
• Whiteboard and markers

Content

1. Understanding the Concept of Danger:
   • Danger refers to the possibility of harm or injury. It is something that can cause damage to you, your belongings, or your surroundings.
   • Being aware of potential dangers helps us stay safe by allowing us to take precautionary measures.
2. Types of Personal Security:
   • Home Security:
     • This involves protecting oneself and one’s property within the home.
     • It includes locking doors and windows, using security alarms, and being cautious of strangers.
   • Street Security:
     • Street security refers to the measures taken to stay safe while walking or playing outside.
     • It includes being aware of your surroundings, avoiding dark or isolated places, and knowing emergency contacts.
   • Travel Security:
     • Travel security is about staying safe while on the move, whether on foot, in a car, or using public transport.
     • It includes using seat belts, being cautious in unfamiliar places, and keeping personal belongings secure.

Assessment

1. Danger is the possibility of ______.
   a) fun
   b) harm
   c) happiness
   d) friendship
2. Personal security helps us protect ourselves from ______.
   a) joy
   b) danger
   c) games
   d) celebrations
3. ______ security involves locking doors and windows at home.
   a) Street
   b) Home
   c) Travel
   d) School
4. Being aware of your surroundings is important for ______ security.
   a) home
   b) street
   c) school
   d) park
5. Travel security includes using ______ while in a car.
   a) toys
   b) seat belts
   c) books
   d) music
6. Street security involves avoiding ______ places.
   a) bright
   b) crowded
   c) dark
   d) colorful
7. Locking your windows is a measure of ______ security.
   a) travel
   b) street
   c) home
   d) school
8. Keeping your belongings safe while travelling is part of ______ security.
   a) street
   b) home
   c) travel
   d) school
9. ______ is something that can cause harm or injury.
   a) Danger
   b) Safety
   c) Joy
   d) Celebration
10. Using ______ is a safety measure while travelling.
    a) pillows
    b) seat belts
    c) toys
    d) food
11. ______ security involves knowing emergency contacts.
    a) Travel
    b) Street
    c) Home
    d) School
12. Being cautious of strangers is important for ______ security.
    a) home
    b) street
    c) travel
    d) park
13. Avoiding dark places helps in maintaining ______ security.
    a) home
    b) street
    c) travel
    d) school
14. ______ involves taking safety measures while walking outside.
    a) Home security
    b) Street security
    c) Travel security
    d) Park security
15. Ensuring doors are locked is a part of ______ security.
    a) street
    b) home
    c) travel
    d) school

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is danger?
   Danger is the possibility of harm or injury.
2. Why is it important to understand danger?
   Understanding danger helps us take steps to stay safe.
3. What is home security?
   Home security is protecting oneself and one’s property within the home.
4. How can you improve home security?
   By locking doors and windows and being cautious of strangers.
5. What is street security?
   Street security refers to the measures taken to stay safe while outside.
6. How can you stay safe on the street?
   By being aware of your surroundings and avoiding dark or isolated places.
7. What is travel security?
   Travel security is about staying safe while on the move.
8. Why should you use seat belts while travelling?
   Seat belts help protect you in case of an accident.
9. How can you keep your belongings safe while travelling?
   By keeping them secure and close to you.
10. What should you do if you feel unsafe on the street?
    Move to a safer area and contact someone you trust.
11. Why is it important to know emergency contacts?
    So you can reach out for help quickly in case of danger.
12. What are some measures of home security?
    Locking doors and windows, and using security alarms.
13. How can you stay safe while playing outside?
    By being aware of your surroundings and not wandering off alone.
14. What should you do if you encounter a stranger at home?
    Do not open the door and inform an adult immediately.
15. Why is personal security important in daily life?
    It helps prevent harm and keeps you safe from potential dangers.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic on the introduction to personal security and sources of threats.

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic on types of personal security, explaining the concept of danger and how it applies to different security types.

Step 3: The teacher allows pupils to classify the types of personal security they know and gives additional examples and corrections where necessary.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain the concept of danger using simple examples.
• Discuss the types of personal security, with emphasis on home, street, and travel security.
• Use pictures and flashcards to illustrate different scenarios.

Learners’ Activities

• Listen attentively to the explanations.
• Participate in the classification of personal security types.
• Ask and answer questions related to the topic.

Assessment

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is danger?
2. Name the three types of personal security.
3. Explain home security.
4. How can you stay safe on the street?
5. What is travel security?
6. Why is it important to lock doors and windows at home?
7. How can you improve your travel security?
8. Why should you avoid dark places on the street?
9. What should you do if a stranger comes to your home?
10. How can you keep your belongings safe while travelling?

Conclusion

The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work, provides necessary corrections, and reinforces the importance of understanding and practicing different types of personal security.

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