### National Values Education
### Grade Level: Primary 6
### Lesson Plan: The Influence of Working Parents on the Nigerian Family + Examples of Individuals Rewarded with National Honor + Types of Personal Security
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#### Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the impact of working parents on family dynamics in Nigeria.
2. Recognize individuals who have been awarded with national honors for their contributions to society.
3. Identify different types of personal security and their importance.
#### Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and slides (if available)
- Printed handouts on national honors and personal security
- Chart paper and markers
- Case study pamphlets or storybooks
- Internet access (for videos and additional research)
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### Lesson Outline
#### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Attendance:** Start with a friendly welcome and take attendance.
2. **Icebreaker Question:** "What do your parents do for a living?" Lead a brief discussion to get students thinking about their own experiences with working parents.
#### Part 1: The Influence of Working Parents on the Nigerian Family (20 minutes)
1. **Introduction to Topic:** Ask students how they help at home and if they know what a working parent is.
2. **Discussion Points:**
- Traditional family roles vs. modern family roles
- Positive and negative effects of having working parents (e.g., financial stability, time constraints)
3. **Activity:**
- Group Activity: Divide the class into small groups. Have each group create a T-chart showing the pros and cons of having working parents.
- Presentation: Each group presents their charts to the class.
4. **Case Study:** Share a brief story or case study about a Nigerian family dealing with working parents. Discuss how the family manages their responsibilities and time.
#### Part 2: Examples of People Rewarded with National Honor (20 minutes)
1. **Introduction to National Honors:** Explain the concept of national honors and why they are awarded.
2. **Key Examples:** Provide a list and brief biographies of notable Nigerians who have received national honors, such as:
- Wole Soyinka (Nobel laureate in Literature)
- Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (Economist and first woman to serve as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization)
- Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie (Author and activist)
3. **Discussion:**
- Ask students what qualities they think are important for someone to receive a national honor.
- Discuss the contributions of each individual mentioned and how they have impacted Nigerian society.
4. **Activity:**
- Hand out a worksheet with questions about each individual discussed.
- Have students fill it out individually or in pairs.
#### Part 3: Types of Personal Security (20 minutes)
1. **Introduction to Personal Security:** Define personal security and its importance in everyday life.
2. **Types of Personal Security:** Discuss different types such as:
- Physical security (self-defense, staying safe at home)
- Digital security (protecting personal information online)
- Emotional security (support from friends and family)
3. **Activity:**
- Scenario Discussion: Present hypothetical scenarios (e.g., a child being approached by a stranger, receiving a suspicious email) and discuss how to respond.
- Role-play: Have students act out certain scenarios to practice what they've learned about personal security.
4. **Resources:** Provide a handout with tips for staying safe in various situations.
#### Conclusion (10 minutes)
1. **Review Key Points:** Go over the main ideas from each section of the lesson.
2. **Q&A Session:** Allow students to ask any questions or share additional thoughts.
3. **Homework Assignment:** Ask students to write a short essay describing how they contribute to their family and ways they keep themselves safe.
#### Assessment:
- Participation in group activities and discussions
- Completion of worksheet on national honors
- Essay on family contributions and personal security
#### Wrap-Up (5 minutes)
1. **Recap:** Summarize what has been learned.
2. **Thank Students:** Appreciate their participation and attention.
3. **Preview Next Lesson:** Give a brief overview of the next lesson's topic.
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This lesson plan aims to provide a comprehensive overview by engaging students in various activities, discussions, and practical exercises. It helps build their understanding of national values, the contributions of eminent Nigerians, and the importance of personal security in their lives.