Lesson Plan for Primary 2 - History - Nigerian People: North Central - Ngas, Birom

### 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.