Class: Primary Two
Term: Third Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
Previous lesson: Meaning of Harmful Substances
Topic: Examples of Harmful Substances
Content/Learning Area: What are Harmful Substances?
Time allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Cognitive Domain:

– Identify and list various harmful substances.- Show understanding of the dangers associated with harmful substances.

Psychomotor Domain:

– demonstrate ways to avoid harmful substances.

Affective domain:

– Discuss with peers the importance of avoiding harmful substances.
– Share personal experiences (if any) related to harmful substances.

social Domain:

– Cooperate with peers during discussions.

Reference Materials

9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online Information
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use a whiteboard or chart paper, markers, and relevant pictures or illustrations of harmful substances.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding examples of harmful substances is crucial for pupils’ safety and well-being. This lesson builds upon the previous lesson and equips pupils with practical knowledge to avoid harm.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils are familiar with the meaning of harmful substances from the previous lesson.

Lesson Content

What are Harmful Substances?

Harmful substances are things that can cause harm to our bodies or the habitat. They can be solids, liquids, or gases.

Examples of Common Harmful Substances

Harmful substances can be found in various forms and places. The following are some common examples:

Cigarettes: Smoking or inhaling cigarette smoke harms almost every organ in your body. Learn more about the health effects of smoking.
Alcohol: Drinking too much alcohol can damage your liver and affect how your brain works. find out more about the dangers of alcohol.
Drugs like cocaine and heroin: These are vrey risky drugs that can make people very sick. Learn more about the dangers of cocaine and heroin.
Household chemicals: Products like bleach and ammonia are poisonous and should never be touched or inhaled. Learn more about household chemical safety.
Pollution: Smoke or chemicals in the air and water can make us unhealthy.learn more about air pollution.
Pesticides: Chemicals used to kill insects and pests on farms and gardens can be harmful if ingested or inhaled.
Expired Medications: Medicines that are past their expiration date can be harmful and should not be taken.
Industrial Waste: waste from factories and industries can contain harmful chemicals that pollute the environment.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Question and answer, Use of Visual Aids, Explanation.

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: Review previous lesson,introduce the topic,and set learning objectives.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond to teacher’s questions, listen attentively.

Step 2: Description of Key Concepts

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explain what harmful substances are and their potential dangers.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively, ask clarifying questions.

Step 3: Demonstration/Guided Practise

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstrating
Teacher’s Activity: Show pictures/illustrations of harmful substances and discuss their effects.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe, participate in discussions.

step 4: Self-reliant Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Guide pupils as they individually list examples of harmful substances.
Pupils’ Activity: List examples, share with peers.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Note-taking
Teacher’s Activity: Guide pupils in taking notes on key concepts.
Pupils’ Activity: Write down key points.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Ask evaluation questions to assess understanding.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the key points and assign homework.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and note homework.

Lesson Keywords

Harmful Substances – Things that can cause harm to our bodies or the environment.
Cigarettes – Products containing tobacco that are smoked and harmful to health.
Alcohol – Drinks that can be harmful if consumed in excess.
Drugs – Substances that can be harmful and addictive.
Household Chemicals – Cleaning products that can be poisonous.
Pollution – Contamination of air, water, or land by harmful substances.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Name three harmful substances discussed today.
Explain why it is important to avoid harmful substances.
Demonstrate one way we can avoid coming into contact with a harmful substance.
What are some other examples of harmful substances that you know of?
How can we protect ourselves from harmful substances?

Assignment/Homework

Draw pictures of harmful substances they have learned about.
List five ways to avoid harmful substances at home.
Ask your parents about harmful substances and share with the class next lesson.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
For advanced learners: Encourage them to research and present additional examples of harmful substances.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, discussions, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Ensure to use real-life examples and visual aids to make the lesson more engaging and understandable for the pupils. Emphasize the importance of avoiding harmful substances for their health and safety.