class: Primary 6
Term: 3rd Term
Subject: National Value Education
Curriculum Theme: Security education
Previous Lesson: Vandalism Of Pipelines And Electricity Facilities
Topic: Control And Prevention Of Criminal Behaviors
content/Learning Area: Control and Prevention Of Criminal behaviors, operation of agencies that deal with national security in Nigeria
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain: Explain how criminal behaviours can be controlled and prevented in society.
• Affective Domain: Show concern for the safety and security of people and property.
• Psychomotor Domain: Identify and list security agencies in Nigeria and their duties.
• Social Domain: Participate in group discussions on how to stay safe and avoid crimes.

Reference materials

The following resources was 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: wikipedia – Security agency
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

to deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following:

• Pictures of security agencies’ uniforms and tools
• Chart showing ways of preventing crimes
• Flashcards with names of agencies
• Whiteboard and marker
• Short videos of police and NSCDC in action

rationale for the Lesson

Understanding how crimes are prevented and controlled helps pupils stay safe and contribute to a peaceful society.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have previously learned about good behavior and types of crimes in society.

Lesson Content

Control And Prevention Of Criminal Behaviors

Criminal behaviour means doing things that are against the law or harmful to others in society.

Ways to Control and Prevent Criminal Behaviours

We can stop crimes by doing the right things and obeying the law. The following are ways to prevent criminal behaviours:

1. Obeying rules and laws
2. Reporting suspicious activities
3. Avoiding bad friends and gangs
4. Educating people on the dangers of crime
5. Using security agencies to maintain order
6. Promoting good values and morals in society
7. Providing opportunities for education and employment

Agencies That Help Prevent Crimes in Nigeria

These are special groups that help to stop and control crimes in Nigeria. They are:

1. Nigeria Police Force
2. Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps
3. Federal Road safety corps
4. National Drug Law Enforcement Agency
5. Economic and Financial Crimes Commission
6. The Nigerian Army
7. State Security Service (SSS)

Duties of Security Agencies

Security agencies work to keep the country safe.The following are duties of security agencies:

1. Arresting and punishing criminals
2. Protecting people and properties
3. Monitoring for drug and financial crimes
4. Controlling traffic and preventing road crimes
5. Educating the public on safety
6. maintaining law and order in society
7. Responding to emergencies and disasters

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Lecture, Description, Storytelling, Visual Aids, Group Work

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5min
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
teacher’s Activity: Tells a story of a neighbourhood where crime was prevented with police help
Pupils’ Activity: pupils listen and respond to questions

Step 2: Meaning of Criminal Behaviour

Time: 5min
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains criminal behaviour using simple words and real-life examples
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and ask questions

Step 3: Prevention of Criminal Behaviours

Time: 7min
Teaching skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Leads class discussion on ways to prevent crimes
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils give suggestions and share ideas

step 4: Agencies That Prevent Crimes

Time: 7min
Teaching Skill: Visual aids
Teacher’s Activity: Displays pictures of agencies and explains their roles
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils name and identify each agency

Step 5: Duties of Security Agencies

Time: 5min
Teaching Skill: Lecture, Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains duties of agencies with examples
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and take notes

Step 6: Note-Taking

Time: 3min
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to copy notes from the board
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy notes into their books

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5min
Teaching Skill: Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: Asks oral and written questions to check understanding
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer questions

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 3min
Teaching Skill: Instructional & Cognitive Closure
Teacher’s activity: Summarizes the lesson and encourages pupils to be law-abiding citizens
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond and reflect on what they learned

Lesson Keywords

• Criminal behaviour – doing things that are against the law
• Security – being safe from danger
• Agency – a group that does special work
• Prevention – stopping something from happening
• Obey – to follow rules or instructions
• Law – a rule made by the government
• Crime – an action that breaks the law

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. Explain what criminal behaviour means
2. Mention three ways to prevent crime
3. Name four agencies that help prevent crime in Nigeria
4. State two duties of the police
5. Describe how to avoid joining bad gangs

Assignment/Homework

1. list five ways you can personally help prevent crime in your community.
2. Research and write a short paragraph about the work of the EFCC.
3. Draw and label the uniform of one Nigerian security agency.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide simplified explanations and visual aids. Pair them with stronger learners for peer support.
• For advanced learners: Challenge them to research and present on a specific type of crime and how it is being addressed in Nigeria.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use videos, discussions, and role-playing activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Make the lesson interactive by allowing pupils to share local examples of crime prevention and let them identify agency uniforms using pictures.