Housing – Meaning (Types) and Acquisition of Houses Social Studies Primary 5 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Lesson Note: Types of Houses in Rural and Urban Areas of Nigeria

Subject: Social Studies
Class: Primary 4
Term: Second Term
Week: Week 6
Age: 8 – 10 years
Topic: Types of Houses
Sub-topic: Differences Between Rural and Urban Housing
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

  1. Identify at least four types of houses in rural and urban areas.

  2. Describe the materials used in constructing these houses.

  3. Compare and contrast housing in rural and urban communities.

  4. Appreciate the uniqueness of Nigerian housing types.

Keywords:

Rural, Urban, Mud, Thatched, Bungalow, Storey Building, Apartment, Zinc, Housing

Set Induction

Teacher displays pictures of traditional huts and modern flats, asking:
“Which of these houses do you see in your area?”

Entry Behaviour

Pupils share their experiences of the kinds of houses they live in or have seen during travels.

Learning Resources and Materials

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

Teacher reminds pupils of the different communities (rural and urban) and their characteristics.

Embedded Core Skills

  • Observation and comparison

  • Critical thinking

  • Communication

  • Cultural appreciation

Content: Types of Houses in Nigeria

A. Types of Houses in Rural Areas

These houses are often built with local and natural materials.

  1. Mud Houses (Huts) – Made with clay/mud; thatched or zinc roof.

  2. Thatched Roof Houses – Roof made from dry grass or palm fronds.

  3. Wooden or Bamboo Houses – Found in forested or riverine areas.

  4. Zinc-Roofed Mud Houses – Combines traditional and modern materials.

Examples:

  • A hut in a Fulani village

  • A bamboo house by the Niger Delta

B. Types of Houses in Urban Areas

Modern homes built with cement blocks, iron rods, and tiles.

  1. Bungalow – A single-floor house with modern roofing.

  2. Storey Building – Houses with two or more floors.

  3. Duplex – A two-floor modern residential home.

  4. Apartment/Flat – Multiple houses in one big building.

Examples:

  • High-rise flats in Lagos

  • Duplex homes in Abuja or Lekki

Comparison Chart

Feature Rural Areas Urban Areas
Common Materials Mud, wood, straw, bamboo Cement, blocks, iron, tiles
Roof Type Thatched or zinc Zinc, aluminum, or concrete
House Design Small huts, simple layout Modern designs, multiple rooms
Environment Quiet, natural, wide spaces Crowded, noisy, developed

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs)

  1. What is a hut made from?
    Mud, clay, and straw.

  2. Which area uses flats and duplexes?
    Urban areas.

  3. Where can we find thatched roof houses?
    In rural or village areas.

  4. What materials are used in urban buildings?
    Blocks, iron rods, glass, tiles.

  5. Are there storey buildings in villages?
    Rarely; they are more in cities.

  6. What is a bungalow?
    A one-floor modern house.

  7. Name two rural house types.
    Mud house and thatched hut.

  8. Why are bamboo houses raised?
    To avoid flooding or animals.

  9. Which house is more durable – mud or cement?
    Cement.

  10. What makes city houses more expensive?
    Modern materials and design.

Presentation Steps

  1. Teacher revises the concept of rural and urban areas.

  2. Teacher introduces types of houses using images and real-life examples.

  3. Pupils contribute by identifying houses they know.

  4. Teacher corrects and expands on their answers.

Teacher’s Activities

  • Displays images of various houses.

  • Explains each type clearly.

  • Guides class discussion.

  • Assesses pupils with oral questions.

Learners’ Activities

  • Observe pictures and respond.

  • Describe houses they know.

  • Take part in class activity.

  • Answer evaluation questions.

Evaluation Questions (10 Fill-in-the-Blanks)

Choose the correct answer:
a. mud  b. urban  c. thatch  d. bungalow
e. flat  f. storey  g. bamboo  h. zinc  i. rural  j. duplex

  1. A _______ is built with only one floor.

  2. Houses in _______ areas are usually made of mud.

  3. A _______ is a modern house with two floors.

  4. _______ houses are found in the village.

  5. Urban houses are made of blocks and _______.

  6. A _______ roof is made with dry grass.

  7. A _______ is a tall building with many floors.

  8. The opposite of rural is _______.

  9. A _______ house is built with bamboo and wood.

  10. A _______ is a single unit in a big building.

Short Answer Evaluation Questions

  1. Mention two types of houses in rural areas.

  2. What are urban houses mostly made from?

  3. Define a bungalow.

  4. What is a thatched roof made from?

  5. List two materials used in rural house building.

  6. What makes city houses more durable?

  7. Give two examples of urban houses.

  8. Why are rural houses cooler?

  9. What is a flat?

  10. Which type of house is best during a storm?

Conclusion

Teacher marks pupils’ work, gives praise, and corrects any errors for clarity.

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