**Lesson Plan: My Country and Its Social Habits for Nursery 2 Students**
**Duration:** 45 minutes
**Objective:**
- To introduce young learners to the concept of their country.
- To teach basic social habits and customs commonly observed in their country.
- To instill a sense of pride and belonging.
**Materials Needed:**
- Pictures or flashcards of national symbols (flag, national flower, etc.)
- Storybook related to the country’s traditions.
- Craft supplies (paper, crayons, glue, stickers, etc.)
- Music player for national anthem or patriotic songs.
**Lesson Outline:**
1. **Introduction (5 minutes)**
- Welcome the students and briefly introduce the topic: "My Country."
- Show a large national flag and say the country’s name.
- Discuss with the children what they already know about their country.
2. **National Symbols (10 minutes)**
- Show flashcards or pictures of national symbols (flag, animal, flower, etc.).
- Briefly explain each symbol and its importance.
- Engage the children by asking them to identify colors and shapes on the flag.
3. **Story Time (10 minutes)**
- Read a short, engaging story related to the country’s traditions or social habits.
- Discuss the story, asking questions to ensure comprehension and connection to the topic.
4. **Craft Activity (10 minutes)**
- Provide materials for a simple craft, such as creating a flag using paper, crayons, and stickers.
- Guide the children to make their own version of the national flag.
- Allow them to decorate the classroom with their crafts.
5. **Music and Movement (5 minutes)**
- Play the national anthem or a popular patriotic song.
- Encourage the children to stand up and listen or sing along.
- Teach some simple movements or gestures to accompany the song.
6. **Closing (5 minutes)**
- Recap the lesson by reviewing the national symbols and the craft.
- Praise the children's efforts and show enthusiasm for their work.
- End with a fun patriotic chant or cheer.
**Assessment:**
- Observe the children’s participation and engagement during the activities.
- Look for their ability to recognize and name the national symbols.
- Note their enthusiasm and involvement in the singing and craft activity.
**Homework:**
- Ask students to bring a picture or object from home that represents something important about their country (a souvenir, a book, a piece of clothing, etc.).
- Encourage parents to discuss with their children the meaning of the object they bring.
**Extension:**
- For the next class, plan a show-and-tell session where children can share what they brought and explain its significance with the help of their parents.
This lesson plan aims to introduce Nursery 2 students to the concept of their country and its social habits, in a simple, engaging, and interactive manner.