Class: Primary One
Term: First Term
subject: History
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson: Definition and Importance of Family History
Topic: Different Kinds of History
Content/Learning Area: Mentioning two different kinds of history
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

– Mention two different kinds of history.- Give examples of Nigeria history, community history, and individual history.
– Define history.

Affective Domain:

– Show interest in learning about history.
– Appreciate the importance of learning about the past.

psychomotor Domain:

– Actively participate in class discussions.
– Take notes on the different kinds of history.

Social Domain:

– Work cooperatively with classmates.
– Share ideas and examples during discussions.

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 relevant pictures or illustrations.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding different kinds of history helps pupils grasp the breadth of ancient study and appreciate diverse perspectives on the past. This foundation is crucial for future historical learning.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

The teacher will start by asking pupils what they already know about history. A brief discussion will follow,leading into the lesson’s topic of different types of history.

Lesson Content

Different Kinds of History

History is the study of past events. There are various types of history, including:

Nigeria History

Nigeria’s history focuses on events in Nigeria from its beginnings to the present.

Thes include:

Focuses on events in Nigeria from its beginnings to the present.
Includes stories about people, culture, struggles, and achievements.
Examples: The story of Nigeria’s first president.
Examples: The Nigerian Civil War.
Examples: The revelation of oil in Nigeria.
Examples: The amalgamation of Nigeria in 1914.
Examples: Nigeria’s independence in 1960.

Community History

Community history focuses on events in a specific community.

these include:

focuses on events in a specific community.
Includes stories about the community’s people, traditions, challenges, and successes.
Examples: The founding of a village.
Examples: The history of a local school.
Examples: A community festival.
examples: The establishment of a local market.
Examples: The history of a customary chieftaincy title.

Individual History

Individual history focuses on the life of a particular person.

These include:

Focuses on the life of a particular person.
includes stories about their childhood, education, work, and relationships.
Examples: The story of a famous musician.
Examples: A local hero.
Examples: A family member.
Examples: The biography of a prominent politician.
Examples: The life story of a successful entrepreneur.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion,Explanation,Question and Answer.

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 what they know about history. Initiate a brief discussion.
Pupils’ Activity: Share their prior knowledge and participate in the discussion.

Step 2: Explanation of Key Concepts

Time: 15 minutes
Teaching skill: Explanation, Definition
Teacher’s Activity: Define history and introduce the different types: Nigeria history, community history, and individual history.Provide clear examples for each.Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively, take notes, and ask clarifying questions.

Step 3: Exhibition/Guided Practice

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice, Examples
Teacher’s Activity: Give examples of each type of history, encouraging pupil participation.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in providing examples and answering questions.

Step 4: Independent Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Independent Work
teacher’s Activity: Ask pupils to write down one example of each type of history.Pupils’ Activity: Complete the independent practice activity.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Note-Taking
Teacher’s Activity: Guide pupils in summarizing key points.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes on the lesson.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning, Review
Teacher’s Activity: Ask review questions to assess understanding.pupils’ Activity: Answer the review questions.

step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the key points and assign a short homework activity.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen to the summary and note the homework assignment.

Lesson Keywords

History – The study of past events.
Nigeria History – Events in Nigeria from its beginnings to the present.
Community History – Events in a specific community.
Individual History – The life of a particular person.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

What is history?
Give an example of Nigeria history.
Give an example of individual history.
What is community history?
What are the different types of history?

Assignment/Homework

Write a short paragraph about a historical event from your community.
Interview a family member about their personal history and write a brief summary.
Research and list three important events in Nigeria’s history.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and simpler examples.
For advanced learners: Encourage them to research and present additional examples.
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 local examples that pupils can easily relate to when explaining the different types of history. Encourage active participation and provide constructive feedback.