Class: Primary Two
Term: second Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
Previous Lesson: Causes of Accident in Accidents in the School/Home
Topic: Accidents In The School/home and How too prevent Them
Content/Learning Area: What is Accident Prevention?, Some of the ways to prevent accidents include:
Time Allocation: 40 minutes
Performance Objectives
by the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain:
- Identify two ways of preventing accidents.
- Understand the importance of safety measures.
- Affective Domain:
- Show awareness of potential dangers in their surroundings.
- Value the importance of personal safety and the safety of others.
- Psychomotor Domain:
- Demonstrate safe practices in various situations (e.g., using stairs, crossing roads).
- Social Domain:
- cooperate with others to maintain a safe surroundings.
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 the following materials:
- Whiteboard or chart paper
- Markers or crayons
- Pictures or illustrations related to safety
Rationale for the Lesson
This lesson is crucial for equipping pupils with essential safety knowledge and skills to prevent accidents at home and school,fostering a safer environment and promoting responsible behavior.
Prerequisite/previous Knowledge
Pupils have likely encountered situations where accidents occurred or were narrowly avoided.
Lesson Content
What is Accident prevention?
Accident prevention means taking steps to avoid accidents and injuries. It involves being aware of your surroundings and making safe choices.
Some of the ways to prevent accidents include:
There are several ways to prevent accidents in our daily lives. These include:
- Walk,Don’t Run: Walking rather of running,especially in busy areas,helps prevent falls and collisions.
- Hold handrails: Holding handrails when using stairs provides stability and prevents slips and falls.
- Use Crosswalks: Using crosswalks when crossing roads ensures safety by providing designated crossing areas and reducing the risk of accidents.
- Proper Use of School Tools: Knowing how to use school tools like scissors and pencils correctly prevents injuries.
- Safe Playground Behavior: Following playground rules, such as not pushing or shoving, and using equipment correctly, prevents accidents.
- Keep Sharp Objects Away: Keeping sharp objects like knives and razor blades out of reach prevents accidental cuts.
- Wipe Spills Instantly: Cleaning up spills right away prevents slips and falls.
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Discussion, Question and answer, Presentation.
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: Asks pupils about their experiences with accidents.Pupils’ Activity: Share their experiences and ideas.
Step 2: Explanation of Key Concepts
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the concept of accident prevention and it’s importance.
pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.
Step 3: Presentation/Guided Practice
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstrating
Teacher’s Activity: Demonstrates safe practices, such as using stairs and crossing roads.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe and participate in role-playing scenarios.
Step 4: Independent Practice
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils as they practice safe behaviors individually.
Pupils’ Activity: Practice safe behaviors independently.
Step 5: Note-Taking
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Note-taking
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils in taking notes on key safety tips.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes on key safety tips.
Step 6: Evaluation/Review
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks evaluation questions to assess understanding.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer evaluation questions.
Objective-aligned checks:
- Identify two ways of preventing accidents.
- Show awareness of potential dangers in their surroundings.
- Demonstrate safe practices in various situations (e.g., using stairs, crossing roads).
Step 7: Conclusion
Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s activity: Summarizes the key safety tips discussed.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and reinforce their understanding.
Lesson Keywords
- Accident Prevention – Taking steps to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Safety Measures – Actions taken to ensure safety and prevent harm.
- Safe Practices – Behaviors that reduce the risk of accidents.
- Crosswalks – Designated areas for pedestrians to cross roads safely.
- Handrails – Rails used for support when using stairs.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- What are two ways to prevent accidents at school?
- Name one accident-prone area at home.
- Why is it vital to look both ways before crossing the road?
- What should you do to stay safe on stairs?
- How can you play safely on the playground?
assignment/Homework
- List three potential hazards in your home and how to prevent accidents related to them.
- Draw a picture showing a safe way to cross the road.
- Write down two rules for playing safely on the playground.
Differentiation
- For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
- For advanced learners: Encourage them to research additional safety measures and share their findings with the class.
- For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids,verbal explanations,and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.
Note for Teachers
Ensure to use real-life examples and scenarios to make the lesson relatable and engaging for the pupils. emphasize the importance of practicing safety measures consistently to prevent accidents.

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