### Lesson Plan: National Values Education for Primary 2
**Topic:** Kinds of Work in Traditional Community, Identification of Security Agencies (SSS and NSCDC), & Causes of Accidents at Home and at School
**Duration:** 60 minutes
**Objectives:**
1. Understand different kinds of work in a traditional community.
2. Identify and understand the roles of security agencies such as SSS and NSCDC.
3. Learn about common causes of accidents at home and at school.
**Materials Needed:**
- Flashcards with pictures of traditional jobs
- Posters/Charts of security agencies (SSS and NSCDC)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Storybooks or scenarios related to accidents at home and school
- Crayons and drawing paper
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**Introduction (10 mins):**
1. **Greetings and Roll Call:** Start with a warm greeting and take attendance.
2. **Review Previous Lesson:** Briefly review what was covered in the last lesson.
3. **Introduction to Today's Topic:** Introduce today’s topics and outline the objectives.
**Activity 1: Kinds of Work in Traditional Community (20 mins):**
1. **Discussion:**
- Ask students if they know any jobs in traditional communities (e.g., farming, weaving, fishing).
- Discuss the importance of each job and how it contributes to the community.
2. **Flashcard Activity:**
- Show different flashcards with images of traditional jobs.
- Discuss each job with the students.
3. **Interactive Session:**
- Allow students to share if they have family members involved in any traditional jobs.
- Encourage them to talk about what these family members do.
**Activity 2: Identification of Security Agencies (SSS and NSCDC) (15 mins):**
1. **Discussion:**
- Explain the term 'security agency' and why they are important.
- Introduce SSS (State Security Service) and NSCDC (Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps).
2. **Visual Aids:**
- Use posters/charts to show the logos of SSS and NSCDC.
- Explain their roles using simple language (e.g., "SSS helps protect our country from bad people," "NSCDC helps keep us safe in our communities").
3. **Role-Playing:**
- Create a small skit where some students pretend to be members of SSS and NSCDC performing their duties.
**Activity 3: Causes of Accidents at Home and at School (15 mins):**
1. **Discussion:**
- Ask students to share any accidents they have seen or heard about at home or at school.
- Discuss common causes such as slipping on wet floors, playing with sharp objects, or running in the hallways.
2. **Scenarios:**
- Read short stories or present scenarios where accidents occur.
- Discuss with the students how each accident could have been prevented.
3. **Safety Tips:**
- List some safety tips with the help of the students (e.g., keeping floors dry, not running indoors).
**Closing Activity: Drawing and Sharing (5 mins):**
1. **Drawing:**
- Ask students to draw a picture of one traditional job they learned about or a safety tip they think is important.
2. **Sharing:**
- Allow students to briefly share and explain their drawings to the class.
**Conclusion (5 mins):**
1. **Summary:**
- Recap the key points discussed: different traditional jobs, roles of SSS and NSCDC, common accident causes, and safety tips.
2. **Questions and Answers:**
- Open the floor for any questions the students might have.
3. **Homework:**
- Ask students to discuss with their parents about a traditional job in their family and write a few sentences or draw a picture about it.
4. **Goodbye:**
- Thank the students for their participation and say goodbye.
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**Assessment:**
- Observing participation in discussions and activities.
- Reviewing their drawings and the shared stories.
- Asking questions throughout the lesson to gauge understanding.
**Teacher’s Reflection:**
- Note what went well and what can be improved for future lessons. Make a plan to address any challenges faced during the lesson.
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This lesson plan aims to be interactive and engaging, ensuring that the students not only learn about the topics but also relate them to their personal experiences and environments.