Lesson Plan for Primary 1 - Cultural and Creative Arts - Singing The Nigerian National Anthem

### Lesson Plan: Singing the Nigerian National Anthem **Subject:** Cultural and Creative Arts **Grade Level:** Primary 1 **Duration:** 40 minutes **Topic:** Singing the Nigerian National Anthem #### Learning Objectives By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. Recognize and identify the Nigerian National Anthem. 2. Understand the significance of the National Anthem. 3. Sing the first verse of the Nigerian National Anthem with guidance. #### Materials Needed - A Nigerian flag - A recording of the Nigerian National Anthem - Printed lyrics of the National Anthem (large font) - A speaker or audio playback device #### Lesson Outline **Introduction (10 minutes)** 1. **Greeting and Warm-Up:** - Greet the students and have a brief chat to make them feel comfortable. - Sing a familiar song to warm up their voices, like "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star." 2. **Presentation of the Topic:** - Show the Nigerian flag and ask if anyone recognizes it. - Explain that each country has a special song called a National Anthem. - Introduce the Nigerian National Anthem as an important song for all Nigerians. **Main Activities (20 minutes)** 1. **Listening Activity:** - Play a recording of the National Anthem. - Have the students listen quietly and attentively. - After playing it once, ask them how the music made them feel and what they noticed about it. 2. **Discussion:** - Briefly explain the significance of the National Anthem, emphasizing it is a song of pride and unity for all Nigerians. - Discuss when and where it is usually sung, such as during national events, school assemblies, and official ceremonies. 3. **Learning the Anthem:** - Distribute the printed lyrics of the first verse. - Read through the first verse slowly, helping students with difficult words and pronunciation. - Play the recording again and encourage students to follow along with the lyrics. - Practice singing the first verse together, line by line, ensuring all students are participating. **Conclusion (10 minutes)** 1. **Recap:** - Summarize the key points of the lesson. - Ask a few students to share what they learned about the National Anthem. 2. **Performance:** - Have the class stand up and sing the first verse of the National Anthem together. - Encourage enthusiasm and pride in their singing. 3. **Closure:** - Praise the students for their effort. - Remind them to practice the National Anthem at home and share what they learned with their family. #### Assessment - Informal assessment through observation and participation during the singing activities. - Ask students questions about the Nigerian National Anthem to check their understanding. --- This lesson plan aims to introduce young students to the Nigerian National Anthem in an engaging and age-appropriate manner, fostering a sense of national pride and cultural awareness.