Class: Primary 6
Term: 3rd Term
Subject: National Value Education
Curriculum theme: Security Education
Previous Lesson: Managing Security On Cultism And Murder
Topic: Managing Security On Human Trafficking And Prostitution
Content/Learning Area: Managing Security On Human Trafficking And Prostitution
Time Allocation: 40 minutes
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Explain the meaning of human trafficking and prostitution.
- Affective Domain: Show concern about the effects of human trafficking on the society.
- Psychomotor Domain: Identify signs of human trafficking in their habitat.
- Social Domain: Demonstrate how to report cases of human trafficking and prostitution.
Reference Materials
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Details from: wikipedia – Human trafficking
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following: Charts showing types of trafficking, news clips on anti-human trafficking campaigns, role-play cards, posters with security helplines, audio stories or radio recordings on child safety.
Rationale for the Lesson
This lesson helps pupils understand the dangers of human trafficking and prostitution, and how they can stay safe and report such crimes.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have previously learned about personal safety and harmful behaviours in society.
Lesson Content
Managing Security On Human Trafficking And Prostitution
Meaning of Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is when people are tricked or forced to leave their home and used for bad jobs.
The following are signs of human trafficking:
- People being taken to unknown places
- No freedom to move or talk
- Working without pay
- Always being watched
- Scared to talk about their life
- Living in poor conditions
- Having their documents taken away
Meaning of Prostitution
Prostitution is when someone is paid to have sex with another person. It is harmful and illegal for children. The following are the dangers of prostitution:
- Spread of diseases
- Risk of abuse and violence
- Shame and social rejection
- Arrest by law officers
- Ruined future plans
- mental health issues
- social isolation
Ways to Manage Security on Human Trafficking and Prostitution
This part teaches how to prevent and stop human trafficking and prostitution in our environment. They are:
- Do not follow strangers
- Report anyone asking to take you away
- talk to trusted adults
- Call police or child protection lines
- Avoid going out alone
- Learn about safe places in your community
- Be careful about sharing personal information online
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Discussion, Lecture, Explanation, Visual Aids, Storytelling, Group Work, Role Play
Instructional Procedures
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
TeacherS Activity: Tells a story about a child lured by a stranger and asks pupils questions about the story
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and answer the questions
Step 2: Meaning of Human Trafficking
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains what human trafficking means and displays a chart showing examples
Pupils’ Activity: Observe chart and listen to explanation
step 3: Meaning of Prostitution
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Guides discussion on what prostitution means and its dangers using role-play cards
pupils’ Activity: Participate in discussion and role-play
Step 4: Ways to Manage Security
time: 10 mins
teaching Skill: Guided Discovery
Teacher’s Activity: Leads pupils to list how they can prevent human trafficking and prostitution, writes points on the board
Pupils’ Activity: Contribute ideas and copy notes
Step 5: Note-Taking
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Writing
Teacher’s Activity: Writes structured note on the board and instructs pupils to copy
Pupils’ Activity: Copy notes into their books
Step 6: Evaluation/Review
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks oral and written questions to check understanding
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions orally and in writing
Objective-aligned checks:
- Explain the meaning of human trafficking and prostitution.
- Show concern about the effects of human trafficking on the society.
- Identify signs of human trafficking in their habitat.
Step 7: Conclusion
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Instructional Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes key points, connects lesson to real life, and encourages pupils to speak up if they feel unsafe
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and ask final questions
Lesson Keywords
- Trafficking: Forcing someone to work or move without choice
- Prostitution: Being paid to have sex
- Abduction: Taking someone by force
- Security: Being safe from danger
- Protection: Keeping someone away from harm
- Exploitation: Using someone unfairly for profit
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Explain what human trafficking means
- State two dangers of prostitution
- List three ways to avoid being trafficked
- Mention one sign of a trafficked person
- Describe what to do if a stranger wants to take them away
Assignment/Homework
- Research and write about a famous case of human trafficking in Nigeria.
- Create a poster about the dangers of prostitution.
- Interview a trusted adult about how to stay safe from human trafficking.
Differentiation
- For slower learners: Provide simplified explanations and work in pairs.
- For advanced learners: Give more examples and lead group discussions.
- for visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, audio stories, and role-playing activities.
Note for Teachers
Handle the topic with sensitivity. Encourage open discussion but maintain a safe classroom environment. do not shame or judge pupils for their responses.

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