**Lesson Plan: The Nigerian People - Efik People**
**Grade:** Primary 3
**Subject:** History
**Duration:** 1 Hour
**Topic:** The Nigerian People - Efik People
**Objectives:**
1. Students will be able to identify the Efik people as one of the ethnic groups in Nigeria.
2. Students will learn about the lifestyle, culture, and traditions of the Efik people.
3. Students will appreciate the diversity within Nigeria.
**Materials Needed:**
- Map of Nigeria
- Pictures and artifacts of the Efik people
- Video clips about Efik culture (optional)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Crayons, paper, and coloring/activity sheets
- Book: "Efik History and Culture" or a similar text for children
**Introduction (10 minutes):**
1. Begin the lesson by showing the map of Nigeria to the students. Point out where the Efik people are primarily located (Cross River State, southeastern Nigeria).
2. Briefly introduce the Efik people, mentioning their importance in Nigerian history and culture.
3. Outline the objectives of the lesson.
**Development (20 minutes):**
1. **History and Geography:**
a. Explain the historical background of the Efik people (migrated from the Cameroons, settled in southeastern Nigeria).
b. Discuss their location along the Cross River and its importance.
2. **Culture and Traditions:**
a. Describe some aspects of Efik culture: traditional clothing (e.g., Ukara clothes), language (Efik), and important festivals (e.g., Calabar Carnival).
b. Show pictures or artifacts of Efik traditional tools, musical instruments, and masks.
3. **Social Structure and Daily Life:**
a. Talk about a day in the life of an Efik child: family structures, schooling, farming, and fishing activities.
b. Introduce common Efik food dishes like Edikang Ikong and Afang soup.
**Activity (20 minutes):**
1. **Interactive Mapping Activity:**
a. Give each student a blank map of Nigeria and ask them to color and label the area where the Efik people live.
2. **Cultural Craft:**
a. Provide coloring sheets of traditional Efik masks or clothing. Allow the students to color or decorate them while discussing what each item represents.
3. **Story Time:**
a. Read short stories or folklore from the Efik culture to the class, and discuss the moral of each story.
**Conclusion (10 minutes):**
1. Review key points from the lesson: Where the Efik people are from, some aspects of their culture, and their contributions to Nigerian society.
2. Ask students to share one thing they found interesting about the Efik people.
3. Remind students about the importance of understanding and respecting the diverse cultures within Nigeria.
**Assessment:**
- Observe and evaluate students’ participation during the interactive mapping activity and cultural craft.
- Oral questioning to assess their understanding.
- Collect and review the completed maps and coloring sheets for completeness and accuracy.
**Homework:**
- Ask the students to write a short paragraph or draw a picture about one aspect of the Efik culture that they liked the most and share it in the next lesson.
**Differentiation:**
- For students who need additional support, pair them with a buddy for the activities.
- Provide additional resources or simplified texts for students who may have difficulty understanding the content.
- Challenge advanced students with additional reading materials or more complex questions about the Efik history and culture.
By engaging in this lesson plan, students will gain a foundational understanding of the Efik people and an appreciation for the rich cultural diversity of Nigeria.