class: Primary One
Term: Third Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: social Studies
Previous Lesson: Management of Water
Topic: Security
Content/Learning Area: meaning of Security, Importance of Security, ways to Contribute to Security
Time Allocation: 40 minutes
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain:
1. Explain the meaning of security.
2. Identify the importance of security.
3. List ways to contribute to a secure environment.
- Psychomotor Domain:
1. Demonstrate safe practices.
- Affective Domain:
1. Appreciate the importance of personal safety.
2. Show concern for the safety of others.
- Social Domain:
1. Cooperate with others to maintain a safe environment.
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, and pictures depicting safe and unsafe situations.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding security is crucial for children’s safety and well-being. This lesson provides a foundation for making responsible decisions and contributing to a safer community.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
The teacher will begin by asking pupils to share instances were they felt safe or unsafe. This will lead into a discussion about the importance of security.
Lesson Content
Meaning of Security
Security means being safe from danger or threat.It involves taking steps to protect ourselves and our environment.
Examples are:
- Always walking with a trusted adult.
- Not talking to strangers.
- Reporting suspicious activities to a trusted adult.
- Knowing emergency contact information.
- Avoiding hazardous places or situations.
Security in Everyday Life
Security means being protected from danger, harm or loss. At home, in school and in the community, security involves people, rules and careful actions that help everyone remain safe.
Simple security habits include staying with a trusted adult, keeping away from dangerous places, not opening the door to strangers, protecting personal belongings, and reporting suspicious objects or behaviour to a responsible adult. Pupils should know that they are not expected to confront a dangerous person themselves.
Examples
- A locked school gate helps control entry.
- A teacher on duty helps pupils remain safe.
- Reporting a broken fence helps prevent danger.
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Discussion, Question and Answer, Brainstorming.
Instructional Procedures
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
Step 1: Introduction (Set Induction)
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils to share experiences of feeling safe or unsafe.
Pupils’ Activity: Share their experiences.
Step 2: Clarification of Key Concepts
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Clarification
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the meaning of security and its importance.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.
Step 3: Demonstration/Guided Practice
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Modeling
Teacher’s Activity: shows pictures of safe and unsafe situations, discussing appropriate responses.
Pupils’ Activity: Identify safe and unsafe practices.
Step 4: Self-reliant Practice
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: monitoring
Teacher’s activity: Guides pupils in brainstorming ways to stay safe.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in brainstorming session.
Step 5: Note-Taking
Time: 5 minutes
teaching Skill: Note-taking
teacher’s Activity: Summarizes key points on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Copy key points in their notebooks.
Step 6: Evaluation/Review
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks review questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer review questions.
Objective-aligned checks:
- Explain the meaning of security.
- Identify the importance of security.
- List ways to contribute to a secure environment.
Step 7: Conclusion
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: summarizes the key points and encourages pupils to practice safe behaviors at home and school.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and ask any remaining questions.
Lesson Keywords
- Security – Being safe from danger or threat.
- Safety – The condition of being protected from harm.
- Danger – Something that can cause harm or injury.
- Threat – A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
- Protection – The action of protecting someone or something.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- What does security mean?
- why is security crucial in our daily lives?
- Give two examples of how you can contribute to the security of your home and school.
- How can we work together to make our community safer?
Assignment/Homework
- Draw a picture of a safe place and explain why it is indeed safe.
- List three things you can do to stay safe at home.
- Ask your parents or guardians about safety rules in your community and write them down.
Differentiation
- For slower learners: The teacher will provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
- For advanced learners: The teacher will encourage them to research additional ways to improve security.
- For visual learners: Use pictures and videos to illustrate safety concepts.
- For auditory learners: Use storytelling and discussions to reinforce learning.
- For kinesthetic learners: Incorporate activities like role-playing safe scenarios.
Note for Teachers
Encourage pupils to share their thoughts and experiences openly. Emphasize the importance of reporting any safety concerns to a trusted adult. Use real-life examples to make the lesson relatable and engaging.

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