Lesson Plan for Primary 1 - National Values Education - eaning Of Civic Education + Concept Of Security +

**National Values Education Lesson Plan** **Grade Level:** Primary 1 **Subject:** National Values Education **Topic:** Meaning of Civic Education + Concept of Security + Meaning of Social Studies **Duration:** 60 minutes **Objective:** By the end of the lesson, students will be able to: 1. Define Civic Education. 2. Understand the basic concept of security. 3. Explain the meaning of Social Studies. **Materials Needed:** - Whiteboard and markers - Flashcards with key terms and pictures - Chart paper and colored markers - Storybook or short video on community helpers - Printed worksheets **Lesson Outline:** **Introduction (10 minutes)** 1. **Greeting and Settling Down:** - Welcome the students with a warm greeting. - Quickly settle the students down and ensure they are focused. 2. **Icebreaker Activity:** - Use a simple interactive game where students pass a ball around and say one thing they know about their community. - This sets an engaging tone and connects to the day's topics. **Body (40 minutes)** **Part 1: Meaning of Civic Education (15 minutes)** 1. **Discussion:** - Write "Civic Education" on the board. - Explain that Civic Education teaches us about our rights, responsibilities, and how to be good members of our community and country. 2. **Interactive Activity:** - Show flashcards with images of community helpers (e.g., police officers, firefighters, teachers) and discuss their roles. - Ask questions like, "How does a police officer help our community?" to involve the students actively. **Part 2: Concept of Security (10 minutes)** 1. **Discussion:** - Write "Security" on the board. - Explain that security means being safe from harm or danger. - Discuss simple security measures like locking doors, knowing emergency numbers, and staying with trusted adults. 2. **Storytime:** - Read a short story or show a short video about community helpers who ensure security (e.g., a story about a firefighter or police officer). - Discuss the story with questions to check understanding, such as "How did the firefighter help in the story?" **Part 3: Meaning of Social Studies (15 minutes)** 1. **Discussion:** - Write "Social Studies" on the board. - Explain that Social Studies is about learning how people live together in communities, the different places in the world, and how we can make our community a better place. 2. **Hands-On Activity:** - Create a simple chart with categories like "Community Helpers," "Places in Our Community," and "Good Habits." - Ask students to draw or write one thing under each category that they think is important. - Display the chart in the classroom for everyone to see and discuss. **Conclusion (10 minutes)** 1. **Recap:** - Briefly review the key points discussed: What Civic Education, Security, and Social Studies are. - Ask students to share one thing they learned or found interesting. 2. **Q&A:** - Allow students to ask any questions they may have. - Provide clear answers and encourage curiosity. 3. **Closing Activity:** - Hand out a simple worksheet with pictures and questions related to the lesson for students to complete. This acts as a quick assessment of their understanding. 4. **Goodbye:** - Thank students for their participation and enthusiasm. - Encourage them to think about how they can be good members of their community and stay safe. **Assessment:** - Observe student participation during discussions and activities. - Check the completed worksheets for understanding of key concepts. --- **Note:** Adapt activities to suit the classroom environment and students' needs. Ensure inclusivity and engagement by giving every student a chance to participate.