Class: Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS 1 / JS1)
Term: Third Term
Week: 8
Age: 12 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Christian Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme: Christian Religion Studies
Previous Lesson: People and Roles in School Relationships.
Topic: RELATIONSHIP IN THE SCHOOL CONT III
Subject Matter: Consequences of bad friend friendship: cultism, stealing, drug addiction, prostitution, lesbianism, homosexuality, smoking, drinking, laziness, truancy (Proverbs 1:10, 2 Thessalonians 3:6, 13).

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Identify at least five consequences of bad friendship.
Explain what each consequence means.
Mention relevant Bible passages that warn against bad company.

Affective Domain:

Develop a strong dislike for bad company and its negative influences.
Appreciate the importance of choosing good friends.
Desire to follow biblical teachings on relationships.

Psychomotor Domain:

Apply biblical principles to make wise choices in friendship.
Demonstrate how to avoid situations that lead to bad friendships.
Share with peers the dangers of bad company.

Encourage classmates to maintain good relationships in school.
Help other pupils understand the dangers of cultism and drug abuse.
Contribute positively to the school community by promoting good values.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Christian Religion Studies JSS 1-3.
State Unified Scheme of Work for Christian Religion Studies JSS 1.
Christian Religious Knowledge for Junior Secondary Schools 1 by J.F. Akorede.
The Holy Bible (King James Version/New International Version).

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

A whiteboard and markers.
Pictures or charts illustrating different negative consequences of bad friendship (e.g., drug abuse, cultism symbols).
A copy of the Holy Bible.

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand the serious dangers of bad friendships and their negative effects on their lives and future. It enables them to make informed decisions about who they associate with and to avoid harmful behaviors.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils are familiar with different types of relationships in school and the importance of having good friends.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Consequences of Bad Friendship

What is Bad Friendship?

Bad friendship refers to relationships with peers who lead one into harmful behaviors, immoral acts, or activities that go against good values and biblical teachings. Such friends often encourage wrong choices.

Examples of Consequences of Bad Friendship

Cultism: Joining secret groups that engage in violent, unlawful, and destructive activities. This can lead to expulsion from school, injury, or even death.
Stealing: Taking other people’s property without their permission. Bad friends often encourage stealing, which can lead to shame, punishment, and a bad reputation.
Drug Addiction: Becoming dependent on harmful substances like cannabis, cocaine, or tramadol. This destroys health, affects academic performance, and can lead to mental illness.
Prostitution: Engaging in sexual acts for money. This is an immoral act that leads to sexually transmitted infections, unwanted pregnancies, and social disgrace.
Lesbianism and Homosexuality: Engaging in sexual relationships with people of the same gender. These are practices that are contrary to God’s creation and biblical teachings.
Smoking: Inhaling smoke from tobacco products like cigarettes. Smoking is very harmful to health, causing lung diseases and cancer.
Drinking (Alcohol Abuse): Consuming too much alcohol, which impairs judgment, damages the liver, and can lead to addiction and reckless behavior.
Laziness: Being unwilling to work or exert oneself. Bad friends often encourage idleness, leading to poor academic performance and failure.
Truancy: Staying away from school without permission. This leads to missing out on lessons, falling behind in studies, and disciplinary actions.

Memory Verse

Proverbs 1:10 (KJV): “My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.”

Bible Reading

Proverbs 1:10-16
2 Thessalonians 3:6
2 Thessalonians 3:13

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and reminds them of the previous lesson on the importance of good friendships. The teacher then asks pupils to briefly share what they remember about choosing good friends. The teacher introduces the topic by stating that today’s lesson will focus on the negative side: the consequences of bad friendships.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s greetings and briefly share their understanding of good friendships. They listen attentively as the teacher introduces the new topic.
Learning Point: Pupils connect the new lesson to their prior knowledge and are prepared for the topic.

Step 2: Explanation of Bad Friendship

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Definition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what bad friendship means, emphasizing how such friends can lead one astray. The teacher asks pupils to give examples of behaviors bad friends might encourage.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the explanation and contribute examples of negative behaviors associated with bad friends.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the concept of bad friendship.

Step 3: Discussion of Cultism and Stealing

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion/Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses cultism and stealing as major consequences of bad friendships, explaining what each entails and its negative effects on individuals and society. The teacher makes reference to relevant Bible verses.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, ask questions for clarification, and share their understanding of these consequences.
Learning Point: Pupils learn about cultism and stealing as consequences of bad friendship.

Step 4: Discussion of Drug Addiction, Smoking, and Drinking

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains drug addiction, smoking, and excessive drinking, highlighting their health risks and social implications. The teacher may show pictures related to these issues.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the pictures (if any), listen to the explanations, and ask questions about the dangers of these habits.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the dangers of drug addiction, smoking, and drinking.

Step 5: Discussion of Prostitution, Lesbianism, and Homosexuality

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Lecture/Moral Instruction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses prostitution, lesbianism, and homosexuality as immoral acts that bad friends can lead one into. The teacher emphasizes that these practices are against God’s will and have severe consequences.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen with attention and understand the moral and spiritual implications of these actions.
Learning Point: Pupils learn about the immorality and consequences of prostitution, lesbianism, and homosexuality.

Step 6: Discussion of Laziness and Truancy

Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Relating to daily life
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains how bad friends can encourage laziness and truancy, leading to poor academic performance and disciplinary issues. The teacher uses Proverbs 1:10 as a warning.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils relate these consequences to their school experiences and understand the negative impact on their studies.
Learning Point: Pupils understand how bad friendship leads to laziness and truancy.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

Mention three consequences of bad friendship.
Explain what cultism means.
What is the danger of drug addiction?
State the memory verse for today’s lesson.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Homework Assignment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the main points of the lesson, reiterating the importance of avoiding bad friendships and choosing friends wisely. The teacher assigns homework: Ask your parents or guardians to tell you one other consequence of bad friendship.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy the homework assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and are given an opportunity for further reflection.

Home Task: Write three lessons learned about RELATIONSHIP IN THE SCHOOL CONT III and one suitable way to apply the teaching responsibly.

Lesson Keywords

Bad friendship – Relationships with peers who encourage harmful behaviors.
Cultism – Membership in secret groups involved in illegal and violent activities.
Stealing – Taking property that does not belong to you.
Drug addiction – Dependence on harmful substances.
Prostitution – Engaging in sexual acts for money.
Lesbianism – Sexual attraction or behavior between females.
Homosexuality – Sexual attraction or behavior between males.
Truancy – Staying away from school without permission.

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp concepts quickly, the teacher will encourage them to research and present more examples of negative influences of bad friendship. For pupils who need more support, the teacher will provide simplified explanations and individual attention during the discussion and review sessions, ensuring they understand the core dangers.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Teachers should approach the sensitive topics of lesbianism and homosexuality with care, focusing on the biblical stance and moral implications as part of the curriculum, while maintaining a respectful classroom environment. Emphasize that the goal is to guide pupils towards making righteous choices based on Christian values, not to condemn individuals. Encourage open discussion within appropriate boundaries.