Meaning Of Folk Tale Or Story for Primary 1

Class: Primary 1
Term: 2nd term
Subject: Cultural And creative Arts
Previous Lesson: Role Play, Names Of Actors And Actresses
Topic: Meaning Of Folk Tale Or Story
Content/Learning Area: Meaning of folk tale or story, Demonstration of a character in a storybook or folk tales (e.g., tortoise, rabbit).
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain: Define folk tales or stories.
• Affective Domain: Appreciate the moral lessons from folk tales or stories.
• Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate a character in a folk tale.
• Social Domain: Share personal favorite folk tales with the class.

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 information from: Merriam-Webster – Folktale Definition & Meaning
• Relevant textbooks.

Instructional materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:

• A storybook with folk tales.
• Pictures or drawings of characters from folk tales (e.g., tortoise, rabbit).
• Flashcards with story elements.
• Chalkboard and chalk/marker and whiteboard.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding folk tales helps pupils develop creative thinking, moral values, and an gratitude for cultural heritage, fostering imagination and ethical growth.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils already know about stories from personal experiences or storybooks read to them at home or in school.

Lesson Content

Meaning Of Folk Tale Or Story

Folk tales or stories are traditional stories that are passed down from one generation to another. They are usually told to teach lessons or entertain people.

Examples of Characters in Folk Tales

Folk tales often feature memorable characters that embody specific traits or roles. These include:

The following are examples of characters in folk tales:

1. Tortoise – Clever but often mischievous.
2. Rabbit – Fast and witty.
3. Lion – Powerful and brave.
4. Spider – Smart but tricky.
5. Hyena – Greedy and foolish.
6. Elephant – strong and wise.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Explanation, Storytelling, Demonstration, Role-playing, Interactive Dialog, Guided Writing.

instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction (Set Induction)

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils to mention any story they know and enjoy.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share personal stories or folk tales they know.

Step 2: Definition of Folk Tales

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the meaning of folk tales and their importance.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask questions.

Step 3: Examples of Folk Tale Characters

Time: 5 mins
Teaching skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Shares examples of folk tale characters like tortoise.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils identify and discuss the characters.

Step 4: Demonstration of a Character

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
teacher’s Activity: Demonstrates the behaviour of a character from a folk tale.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils mimic or act as the characters.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Guided Writing
Teacher’s Activity: Writes a brief note on the board for pupils to copy.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the note into their books.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks questions based on the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the questions.

Objective-aligned checks:

1. Define folk tales or stories.
2. Demonstrate a character in a folk tale.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 mins
Teaching Skill: Recap
Teacher’s Activity: Reviews key points and moral lessons in folk tales.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share one thing they learned from the lesson.

Lesson Keywords

• Folk Tale – A traditional story passed down through generations.
• Character – A person or animal in a story.
• Moral Lesson – The teaching or message of a story.
• Tortoise – A common character in Nigerian folk tales, known for cleverness.
• Rabbit – A character often depicted as fast and witty.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. Define a folk tale.
2. Mention two characters in folk tales.
3. Act out the character of a tortoise.
4. Share one moral lesson from a folk tale they know.

Assignment/Homework

1. Ask your parents or grandparents to tell you a folk tale.
2. Draw a picture of your favorite character from a folk tale.
3. Write down the moral lesson from the folk tale you heard.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide simplified definitions and focus on one or two key characters.
• For advanced learners: Encourage them to create their own folk tale with original characters and moral lessons.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, storytelling, and role-playing to engage different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

encourage active participation by letting pupils share personal stories. Use visual aids and gestures to make the characters more relatable. End the lesson on a positive note, reminding pupils to always learn the moral lessons in stories. Happy teaching!