### Lesson Plan: Some Nigerian Nationalists
**Grade Level:** Primary 5
**Subject:** History
**Duration:** 60 minutes
**Topic:** Some Nigerian Nationalists
#### Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Identify at least three important Nigerian nationalists.
2. Describe the contributions of each nationalist to Nigeria's struggle for independence.
3. Understand the significance of nationalism in Nigeria's history.
#### Materials:
- Pictures of Nigerian nationalists (e.g., Herbert Macauley, Nnamdi Azikiwe, Obafemi Awolowo)
- Flashcards with key terms (e.g., Nationalism, Independence, Colonialism)
- Map of Nigeria
- Chart paper and markers
- “Heroes of Nigeria” handout
#### Lesson Structure:
**Introduction (10 minutes)**
1. **Warm-Up Activity:**
- Show students a map of Nigeria and ask them to identify major cities.
- Discuss briefly what they know about Nigeria's history before independence.
2. **Introduce the Topic:**
- Explain the term 'nationalist' and why these figures are important.
- Show pictures of Herbert Macauley, Nnamdi Azikiwe, and Obafemi Awolowo.
**Instruction (25 minutes)**
1. **Herbert Macauley (10 minutes):**
- Provide a brief biography.
- Explain his role in the formation of the Nigerian National Democratic Party (NNDP).
- Discuss his advocacy for self-government and his influence on Nigerian politics.
2. **Nnamdi Azikiwe (10 minutes):**
- Provide a brief biography.
- Explain his efforts in journalism and politics to promote Nigerian nationalism.
- Discuss his role in the NCNC (National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons) and his eventual role as Nigeria's first President.
3. **Obafemi Awolowo (5 minutes):**
- Provide a brief biography.
- Outline his contributions to Nigerian education and economic development.
- Discuss his work with the Action Group and his vision for Nigeria's future.
**Interactive Activity (15 minutes)**
1. **Group Work:**
- Divide students into three groups and assign each a nationalist.
- Provide each group with chart paper and markers.
- Ask them to list important facts, contributions, and the impact of their assigned nationalist.
2. **Presentations:**
- Have each group present their findings to the class.
- Allow time for questions and discussions.
**Conclusion (10 minutes)**
1. **Summary:**
- Recap the key points discussed about each nationalist.
- Discuss the significance of their contributions to Nigerian independence.
2. **Reflection:**
- Ask students to reflect on what they found most interesting or surprising about these nationalists.
- Encourage students to think about how these leaders' efforts have shaped modern Nigeria.
3. **Assessment:**
- Provide the “Heroes of Nigeria” handout, where students match each nationalist to their contributions.
- Collect and review the handouts to assess understanding.
#### Homework:
- Assign a short essay on one of the nationalists, focusing on why they believe that figure is important to Nigeria’s history.
- Encourage students to discuss the lesson with their families to learn if they have additional insights or family stories related to Nigerian independence.
#### Extension Activity:
- Plan a field trip to a local museum or cultural center that features exhibitions on Nigerian history.
- Invite a guest speaker, such as a historian or a local community leader, to talk about Nigerian nationalism and independence.
By actively engaging students through visuals, group work, and presentations, this lesson aims to make history accessible and memorable, nurturing a deeper understanding of Nigerian nationalists’ essential contributions.