Traditional Ways Of Security, Use Of Guns, Burning Bush And Wood for Primary 4

Class: Primary 4
Term: 2nd Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Security Education
Previous Lesson: Modern Means Of Security Alerts
Topic: Customary Ways Of Security: Use Of Guns, Burning Bush And Wood
Content/Learning Area: Use Of Guns, Burning Bush And Wood
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain: Define traditional ways of security and identify the use of guns, burning bush, and wood.
• Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of traditional methods in maintaining security in communities.
• Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate how burning bush and wood can be used as a signal.
• Social Domain: Discuss with peers the relevance of traditional security measures in maintaining peace in communities.

Reference materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum, Abuja
• Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
• NAPPS national Unified Scheme of Work
• Online Facts from: ResearchGate – (PDF) Traditional Security System

Instructional Materials

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

• A toy gun or a drawing of a gun
• Sticks and dried grass (representing burning wood)
• visual charts showing traditional methods of security
• Videos or images of traditional community watch practices

rationale for the Lesson

Understanding traditional ways of security helps pupils recognize how communities maintained peace before modern technology. It fosters respect for cultural heritage and practical problem-solving.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils are familiar with basic security measures from the previous lesson on modern security alerts.

Lesson Content

Old Community Alert Methods

Before telephones and electronic alarms, some communities used town criers, drums, bells, whistles, horns, watch groups, signal fires or agreed calls to pass warnings. The exact method and meaning differed from one community to another.

Unsafe Practices Must Not Be Copied

Firing a gun into the air is dangerous and may be unlawful because a falling bullet can injure or kill. Burning bush damages farms and wildlife, pollutes the air and can spread into an uncontrolled fire. Children must never handle guns, light warning fires or investigate armed people.

Safer Modern Response

Move away from danger, alert a trusted adult or community leader, and call 112 for a serious emergency where service is available. Give the location, type of danger and a callback number, then follow instructions.

Teaching Methods

to deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Interactive Questioning, Lecture, Visual Aids, Demonstration, Guided Discussion, Role-Playing, Direct Instruction, Summarization.

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 ways people signal danger or alert others.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond by mentioning examples like shouting or calling.

Step 2: Explanation of Traditional Security Methods

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains traditional security using guns, burning bush, and wood, using aids to show examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe and ask questions for clarity.

Step 3: Demonstration of Burning Wood Signal

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Demonstrates how burning wood is used to send signals.Pupils’ Activity: Participate in role-playing activities.

Step 4: Note-Taking

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Direct instruction
teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to copy summarized notes into their books.
Pupils’ Activity: Copy notes into their books.

Step 5: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Interactive questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks questions to assess understanding of the topic.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond to evaluation questions.

Objective-aligned checks:

1. Define traditional ways of security and identify the use of guns, burning bush, and wood.
2. Demonstrate how burning bush and wood can be used as a signal.

step 6: Conclusion

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: Reviews the importance of traditional security methods.Pupils’ Activity: Listen and contribute to the recap.

Lesson Keywords

• Traditional Security – Methods used by communities in the past to protect themselves.
• Guns – Firearms used to signal danger or call for help.
• Burning Bush – Setting bushes on fire to create smoke signals.
• Burning Wood – Burning wood to send signals or provide light.

Lesson Evaluation

to evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. Define traditional ways of security.
2. List three traditional ways of security.
3. Explain how burning wood was used as a security measure.
4. Mention one advantage of using guns as a traditional security method.
5. Discuss why traditional methods are still relevant in some communities.

Assignment/Homework

1. research and write about a traditional security method used in your community.
2. Draw a picture illustrating how burning bush was used to signal danger.
3. Interview an elder in your community about traditional security practices.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide simplified explanations and visual aids.
• For advanced learners: Encourage them to research and present on the evolution of security methods.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use videos, discussions, and role-playing activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Ensure pupils actively participate in demonstrations to make the lesson more engaging. Use real-life examples or scenarios to connect the lesson to their daily experiences. Maintain a lively tone to sustain pupils’ interest throughout the lesson.
Happy teaching!