Class: Primary 6
Term: 2nd Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Civic Education
Previous Lesson:
Topic: Reasons For Valuing Nigerian Goods
Content/Learning Area: National pride, Contentment
Time Allocation: 40 minutes
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: List reasons why we should value Nigerian goods.
- Affective Domain: Express gratitude for nigerian-made products.
- Psychomotor Domain: Identify Nigerian products from a list of items.
- Social Domain: Discuss with peers the benefits of patronizing local goods.
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: completefmc.com – REASONS FOR VALUING NIGERIAN GOODS
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:
- Samples of Nigerian-made products (e.g., textiles, food, household items)
- Charts displaying Nigerian products and foreign alternatives
- Videos or images showing Nigerian industries
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding the value of Nigerian goods helps pupils develop a sense of national pride and economic responsibility.It also encourages them to appreciate the efforts of local manufacturers, which in turn supports economic growth and job creation.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have seen or used Nigerian-made products at home or in their communities and can describe some of them.
Lesson Content
Reasons For Valuing nigerian Goods: National Pride
Nigerian goods are products made within Nigeria by local manufacturers. They include items like clothing, food, electronics, furniture, and cosmetics. Valuing Nigerian goods means appreciating and buying them rather of foreign alternatives.
Below are some reasons why we should value Nigerian goods:
- Promotes National Pride: Buying local goods shows love and support for Nigeria.
- encourages Job Creation: More people will be employed when we buy locally made products.
- Boosts the Economy: Money spent on Nigerian goods stays within the contry and helps develop industries.
- Ensures Quality control: Nigerian products meet local needs and are often made to suit our climate and lifestyle.
- Reduces Dependence on Foreign Products: This helps Nigeria become self-sufficient and less reliant on imports.
- Encourages Creativity and Innovation: Local businesses grow and improve when they receive support from citizens.
- Supports Local Industries: Buying Nigerian goods helps local industries to thrive and expand.
- Preserves Cultural Heritage: Many Nigerian products reflect our unique cultural identity and traditions.
- fosters Economic Independence: By relying on our own products, we reduce our vulnerability to global economic shocks.
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Discussion, Demonstration, Lecture, Storytelling, Interactive, Group Discussion, Guided Learning, Question & Answer.
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 name local products they have at home.
pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond by mentioning Nigerian-made products.
Step 2: Description of Nigerian Goods
Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Shows pupils samples of Nigerian products.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe and describe the products.
Step 3: Reasons Why We Value Nigerian Goods
Time: 10 mins
Teaching skill: lecturing
teacher’s Activity: Explains the six reasons why we should value Nigerian goods with examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and ask questions.
Step 4: Class Discussion
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Facilitation
Teacher’s activity: Divides pupils into groups to discuss how buying Nigerian goods affects the economy.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in discussions and share opinions.
Step 5: Note-Taking
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Writing
Teacher’s Activity: Writes summary points on the board for pupils to copy.
Pupils’ Activity: Copy notes into their books.
Step 6: Evaluation/Review
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Assessment
Teacher’s activity: Asks pupils to state reasons why they should value Nigerian goods.
Pupils’ Activity: respond to teacher’s questions.
Objective-aligned checks:
- List reasons why we should value Nigerian goods.
- Identify Nigerian products from a list of items.
Step 7: Conclusion
Time: 3 mins
Teaching skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: summarizes the lesson and encourages pupils to support local products.
pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask final questions.
Lesson Keywords
- National Pride – A feeling of love and support for one’s country.
- Job Creation – The process of generating new employment opportunities.
- Economy – The system of how money is made and used within a country or region.
- Quality Control – Measures taken to ensure that products meet certain standards.
- Self-Sufficient – Being able to provide for one’s own needs without relying on others.
- Innovation – The introduction of new ideas or methods.
lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- mention three Nigerian-made products they use at home.
- List three reasons why we should value Nigerian goods.
- Explain how buying Nigerian goods can help the economy.
- Discuss one way Nigerian goods are different from foreign products.
- Describe how patronizing Nigerian goods can create jobs.
Assignment/Homework
- list five Nigerian-made products that are commonly used in your home.
- Wriet a short paragraph explaining why it is meaningful to support Nigerian industries.
- Interview a family member about their favorite Nigerian product and why they prefer it.
Differentiation
- For slower learners: Use real-life examples and simple language to explain the concept.
- For advanced learners: Encourage them to research and present additional benefits of buying local goods.
- For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, discussions, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.
Note for Teachers
Encourage pupils to bring samples of Nigerian goods from home for better engagement. Also, relate the lesson to their everyday experiences by discussing Nigerian brands they recognize. Make the discussion lively and interactive to sustain pupils’ interest.

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