### Lesson Plan: Nigerian People - North Central (Ngas, Birom)
#### Grade Level: Primary 2
#### Subject: History
#### Duration: 45 minutes
---
#### **Objectives**
- Students will be able to identify the Ngas and Birom people as ethnic groups in the North Central region of Nigeria.
- Students will learn basic cultural aspects of the Ngas and Birom people, including language, traditional attire, and festivals.
- Students will enhance their appreciation for cultural diversity within Nigeria.
---
#### **Materials Needed**
- Pictures of traditional Ngas and Birom attire
- Short video clips showcasing Ngas and Birom festivals (if available)
- Colorful markers and paper for drawing activities
- Map of Nigeria
- Flashcards with key vocabulary
- Craft supplies for a simple traditional attire activity
---
### **Lesson Sequence**
#### **Introduction (10 minutes)**
1. **Greeting and Warm-Up:** Greet the students and introduce the topic by showing a map of Nigeria. Briefly discuss the different regions and focus on the North Central region.
2. **Hook:** Show pictures of traditional Ngas and Birom attire to grab students' interest. Ask if anyone has seen or heard of these groups before.
#### **Direct Instruction (15 minutes)**
1. **Lecture:** Explain who the Ngas and Birom people are, focusing on their location in the North Central region of Nigeria.
- **Ngas People:** Mention their language (Ngas), traditional attire, and any notable festivals or practices.
- **Birom People:** Mention their language (Berom), traditional attire, and any notable festivals or practices.
2. **Multimedia:** If available, show short video clips of Ngas and Birom festivals to visually illustrate their culture.
#### **Guided Practice (10 minutes)**
1. **Vocabulary Review:** Use flashcards to introduce key vocabulary (e.g., North Central, Ngas, Birom, festival, attire).
2. **Interactive Activity:** Hand out coloring sheets of traditional Ngas and Birom attire. Allow students to color using their markers while discussing the importance of traditional attire in cultural identity.
#### **Independent Practice (7 minutes)**
- **Craft Activity:** Provide simple cut-out templates of traditional Ngas and Birom attire. Let students decorate them with craft supplies, reinforcing the visual learning of different cultures.
#### **Conclusion (3 minutes)**
- **Recap:** Summarize the key points about the Ngas and Birom people.
- **Questions and Answers:** Allow students to ask questions and clarify any doubts.
- **Homework Assignment:** Assign a simple task where students can draw or find a picture of a Nigerian festival and describe it briefly (with help from parents if needed).
#### **Assessment**
- **Formative:** Observe participation in discussions, level of engagement during the coloring activity, and responsiveness during the vocabulary review.
- **Summative:** Assess the craft activity for understanding and creativity, and review the homework assignment for comprehension of the cultural elements taught.
---
#### **Extensions / Differentiation**
- For advanced students: Provide extra reading material or additional activities about other North Central ethnic groups.
- For students needing extra help: Pair them with peers or provide additional one-on-one explanations during the coloring activity.
---
### **Teacher’s Notes**
- Ensure to have all multimedia components (pictures, videos) ready and tested before the lesson.
- Be culturally sensitive and provide context where necessary to avoid stereotypes.
- Engage with students by incorporating stories or real-life examples of people from the Ngas and Birom ethnic groups to make the lesson more relatable.
---
This lesson plan introduces Primary 2 students to the Ngas and Birom people of Nigeria’s North Central region, fostering cultural awareness and appreciation through interactive and engaging activities.