### Lesson Plan: National Values Education for Primary 5
#### Topic: Resource Distribution + Differences Between the Arms of Government + Duties and Responsibilities of a Child with Respect to Personal Security
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#### General Lesson Objectives:
1. Understand the concept of resource distribution and its importance.
2. Learn about the different arms of government and their functions.
3. Recognize the duties and responsibilities of a child in ensuring personal security.
#### Duration:
- 60 minutes
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### Lesson Structure:
#### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Settling Down:**
- Welcome students, take attendance, and ensure everyone is settled.
2. **Introduction to the Topic:**
- Briefly introduce the lesson topic and objectives.
- Explain why learning about resource distribution, government, and personal security is important for their daily lives.
#### Main Body (40 minutes)
##### Part 1: Resource Distribution (15 minutes)
1. **Icebreaker Activity:**
- Conduct a quick group activity where students must distribute a limited number of classroom supplies (e.g., pencils, erasers) among themselves. Discuss outcomes.
2. **Definition and Importance:**
- Define resource distribution.
- Explain why resource distribution is essential in a community (e.g., food, water, healthcare).
3. **Real-World Examples:**
- Discuss examples of resource distribution in the community or country (water distribution, educational resources).
4. **Class Discussion:**
- Ask students for their ideas on how resources should be fairly distributed. Encourage participation.
##### Part 2: Differences Between the Arms of Government (15 minutes)
1. **Introduction to Government:**
- Explain that government is divided into three parts: Legislative, Executive, and Judiciary.
2. **Descriptions of Each Arm:**
- **Legislative:** Makes laws (e.g., parliament, congress).
- **Executive:** Implements and enforces laws (e.g., president, governor).
- **Judiciary:** Interprets laws (e.g., courts, judges).
3. **Visual Aid:**
- Provide a simple diagram explaining the relationship between the three arms.
4. **Interactive Q&A:**
- Ask students questions about which arm would handle different scenarios (e.g., Who makes new school rules? Who would handle a disagreement in court?).
##### Part 3: Duties and Responsibilities of a Child in Respect to Personal Security (10 minutes)
1. **Introduction to Personal Security:**
- Explain what personal security means and why it is important.
2. **Safety Rules:**
- Discuss basic safety rules (e.g., not talking to strangers, knowing emergency contacts).
3. **Role-Play:**
- Have students role-play scenarios where they must practice personal security (e.g., what to do if approached by a stranger, how to handle a lost situation).
4. **Discussion:**
- Allow students to share their experiences or thoughts on personal security.
#### Conclusion and Recap (10 minutes)
1. **Recap Key Points:**
- Review the main concepts of resource distribution, the three arms of government, and personal security.
2. **Reflection Question:**
- Ask students to write down one thing they learned today and why it is important. Share a few responses.
3. **Assign Homework:**
- Have students draw a picture of a government building or an important resource in their community.
4. **Closing:**
- Thank students for their participation, remind them to remember the personal security rules, and say goodbye.
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### Assessment:
- **In-Class Participation:** Monitor active participation during discussions and activities.
- **Homework Assignment:** Evaluate the understanding of concepts through the drawing they created.
- **Role-play Activity:** Observe students' responses and actions during the role-play scenarios.
### Materials Needed:
- Classroom supplies (pencils, erasers) for the activity.
- Visual aids (diagrams of government arms).
- Drawing paper and colored pencils for homework.
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### Notes:
- Adjust the content based on the class's understanding and engagement.
- Ensure that discussions around personal security are handled sensitively and appropriately for the age group.