Lesson Plan for Primary 6 - Social Studies - Std’s And Hiv/aids

**Lesson Plan: STD's and HIV/AIDS** **Grade Level:** Primary 6 **Subject:** Social Studies **Topic:** Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) and HIV/AIDS **Duration:** 60 minutes --- **Objectives:** 1. Students will understand what STDs and HIV/AIDS are. 2. Students will learn how STDs and HIV/AIDS are transmitted. 3. Students will discuss ways to protect themselves from STDs and HIV/AIDS. 4. Students will understand the importance of breaking the stigma around these diseases. --- **Materials Needed:** - Whiteboard and markers - Projector and computer (for videos and slides) - Handouts with key information and vocabulary - "STD's and HIV/AIDS Fact Sheet" (created for students) - Interactive activities (scenario cards, question box) --- **Lesson Outline:** **1. Introduction (10 minutes)** - Start with a quick discussion about health and wellness. - Ask students if they have heard terms like "STDs" and "HIV/AIDS" and what they know about them. - Present objectives of the lesson. **2. Basic Information (20 minutes)** - **Definition and Types of STDs:** - Explain what STDs (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) are. - Discuss common types (Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, HPV, etc.). - Show images and statistics. - **Understanding HIV/AIDS:** - Define what HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) are. - Explain how HIV affects the immune system and can lead to AIDS if untreated. - Short video on HIV/AIDS (5 minutes). **3. Transmission and Prevention (15 minutes)** - Discuss how STDs and HIV are transmitted (unprotected sex, sharing needles, mother-to-child, etc.). - Emphasize ways to prevent infection: - Abstinence - Use of condoms - Regular testing - Avoiding sharing needles - Education and awareness - Interactive Q&A: Students pick questions from a question box and discuss the answers. **4. Stigma and Support (10 minutes)** - Highlight the importance of not stigmatizing individuals with STDs or HIV/AIDS. - Discuss common misconceptions and the truth about living with these diseases. - Role-play scenarios to demonstrate empathy and support. **5. Review and Interactive Activity (5 minutes)** - Quick recap of key points from the lesson. - Distribute "STD's and HIV/AIDS Fact Sheet" handouts. - Interactive activity: Scenarios discussion. Divide students into small groups and give each group a scenario card to discuss how they would handle the situation and what they have learned. **6. Closing and Homework (5 minutes)** - Encourage students to share what they learned with family or friends. - Assign a brief project: Write a short paragraph about how to protect oneself from STDs and HIV/AIDS and why it's important not to stigmatize those affected. **Assessment:** - Monitor participation in discussions and activities. - Collect and review the paragraph homework to assess understanding. --- **Additional Notes:** - Ensure the content is age-appropriate and sensitivity is maintained throughout the lesson. - Encourage a safe, non-judgmental environment where students feel comfortable asking questions.