Class: Primary One
Term: First Term
Subject: National values Education
Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
Previous Lesson: Types of Family in The Family
Topic: Bad Moral Values
Content/Learning Area: What are Bad Moral values, Some of the main bad moral values include
Time Allocation: 40 minutes
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain:
1.Define bad moral values.
2. identify at least five examples of bad moral values.
3. Explain the consequences of bad moral values.
- Affective Domain:
1. Show understanding of the importance of good moral values.
2. Demonstrate a willingness to avoid bad moral values.
- Psychomotor Domain:
1. Actively participate in class discussions.
2. Complete the evaluation questions.
- Social Domain:
1. Work cooperatively with classmates.
2. Respect the opinions of others.
Reference Materials
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource center Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- online Facts
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use a whiteboard or chart paper, markers, adn relevant pictures or illustrations.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding bad moral values is crucial for developing good character and building a positive society. This lesson lays the foundation for future lessons on ethics and responsible citizenship.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
The teacher will start by asking pupils to share examples of actions they consider wrong.This will lead into a discussion about why these actions are wrong, setting the stage for learning about bad moral values.
Lesson Content
What are Bad Moral Values?
Bad moral values are behaviors and actions considered wrong or harmful to oneself or others. Real-life examples are vital to understand this concept.
Some of the main bad moral values include:
These include:
- Lying: Saying something untrue to trick someone. Such as, saying you completed your homework when you haven’t.
- Stealing: taking something belonging to someone else without permission. For example, taking a freind’s toy without asking.
- Disobedience: Refusing to follow rules or instructions. For example, ignoring your parents or teacher.
- Cheating: Getting an unfair advantage by breaking rules. Such as, copying someone else’s test answers.
- Greed: Wanting more than you need, especially at the expense of others. For example, wanting all the toys and not sharing.
- Bullying: Intentionally and repeatedly causing harm or distress to another person.Such as, teasing or hitting a classmate.
- Vandalism: Deliberately damaging or destroying property. For example,breaking windows or writing on walls.
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Discussion, Question and Answer, Examples.
Instructional Procedures
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
teacher’s Activity: ask pupils to share examples of actions they consider wrong.
Pupils’ Activity: Share examples and participate in a brief discussion.
Step 2: Clarification of Key concepts
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Define bad moral values and provide clear examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.
Step 3: Demonstration/Guided Practice
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Modeling
Teacher’s Activity: Give examples of bad moral values (lying, stealing, etc.) and discuss their consequences.Pupils’ Activity: Participate in discussions and provide their own examples.
Step 4: Autonomous Practice
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Pupils answer evaluation questions individually.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer evaluation questions.
Step 5: Note-taking
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guiding
Teacher’s Activity: Guide pupils in summarizing key concepts.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes on key concepts and examples.
Step 6: Evaluation/Review
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Assessing
Teacher’s Activity: Review answers to evaluation questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Discuss answers and clarify any misconceptions.
Objective-aligned checks:
- Define bad moral values.
- identify at least five examples of bad moral values.
- Explain the consequences of bad moral values.
Step 7: Conclusion
Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the key points and emphasize the importance of avoiding bad moral values to build a better society. Encourage pupils to practice good moral values in their daily lives.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and reflect on the lesson.
Lesson Keywords
- Moral Values – Principles that guide right and wrong behavior.
- Lying – Saying something untrue to deceive.
- Stealing – Taking something without permission.
- Disobedience – Refusing to follow rules.
- Cheating – Gaining an unfair advantage.
lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Name two examples of bad moral values.
- Why is it important to avoid bad moral values?
- What are some consequences of engaging in bad moral values?
- How can we learn to develop good moral values?
- Can you think of any real-life examples of bad moral values you’ve seen or heard about?
Assignment/Homework
- List three bad moral values you have observed in your community.
- Write a short paragraph on why it is important to be honest.
- Ask your parents or guardians to share a story about the consequences of bad moral values.
Differentiation
- For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
- For advanced learners: Encourage them to find additional examples of bad moral values and discuss their impact.
- For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, discussions, and role-playing activities to cater to different learning styles.
Note for teachers
Ensure to create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment were pupils feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and experiences. Use real-life examples and stories to make the lesson relatable and engaging.

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