Class: Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3, JSS 3)
Term: 1st Term
Week: 2
Age: 14 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
Previous Lesson: Concept and Components of Social Studies
Topic: Extended Family Members in Child Development
Subject Matter: Meaning and members of extended family – Grandparents, uncles, aunties, cousins, nephews, nieces, etc.

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:
(a) Identify members of the extended family.
(b) Explain how extended family members contribute to child development.
Affective Domain:
(a) Show appreciation for the role of extended family members in their upbringing.
Psychomotor Domain:
(a) Dramatize how extended family members care for and support children.
Social Domain:
(a) Collaborate with peers to discuss ways family members help in a child’s life.

Reference Materials

The following resources was used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Lagos State Unified Scheme of work for Junior Secondary Schools
Wikipedia – Extended family
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Charts showing family tree diagrams
Flash cards with names and pictures of extended family members
Storybooks illustrating family life
Short video clips on child upbringing in families
Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps students understand the importance of extended family members in raising and guiding children towards good character and responsible living.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils already know the meaning of family and can identify members of a nuclear family such as father, mother, and children from previous lessons.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Extended Family Members in Child Development

Meaning of Extended Family

The extended family is a large family structure that includes not just parents and children but also other relatives. These relatives are connected by blood, marriage, or adoption and often live together or maintain close relationships.

The following are members of the extended family:

Grandparents (father’s or mother’s parents)
Uncles (father’s or mother’s brothers)
Aunties (father’s or mother’s sisters)
Cousins (children of one’s uncles or aunties)
Nephews (sons of one’s brothers or sisters)
Nieces (daughters of one’s brothers or sisters)

Roles of Extended Family Members in Child Development

Extended family members play important roles in the upbringing and character formation of a child. They contribute to the emotional, social, and moral growth of the child in different ways.

The following are roles of extended family members in child development:

Grandparents: They provide wisdom, guidance, and moral teachings from their experience.
Uncles and Aunties: They serve as role models, advisers, and sometimes provide financial or emotional support.
Cousins: They promote social interaction, teamwork, and companionship among children.
Nephews and Nieces: They strengthen family bonds and extend relationships within the family circle.
All extended members: They help in caring for children when parents are unavailable and in teaching family values and traditions.

Importance of Extended Family in Child Development

The extended family system plays a vital role in ensuring that children grow in a caring and supportive environment.

The following are importance of extended family in child development:

Provides emotional and financial support to the child and parents.
Teaches cultural values, norms, and traditions.
Builds social relationships and cooperation among family members.
Encourages respect for elders and family unity.
Provides security and guidance during difficult times.
Helps in proper moral upbringing and discipline of the child.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques:

Discussion, Lecture, Storytelling, Explanation, Dramatization, Group Work, Question and Answer

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks pupils to name people who live with or visit their family apart from their parents and siblings.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond by mentioning their uncles, aunties, or grandparents.
Learning Point: Pupils recall and recognize the concept of extended family members.

Step 2: Meaning and Members of Extended Family

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the meaning of extended family and lists its members using a family tree chart.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the chart and identify family members.
Learning Point: Pupils understand who make up the extended family.

Step 3: Roles of Extended Family Members in Child Development

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses how each member of the extended family helps in the child’s growth and gives real-life examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share their experiences about how their extended family members assist them.
Learning Point: Pupils understand how extended family members contribute to their upbringing.

Step 4: Importance of Extended Family in Child Development

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher lists and explains the importance of extended family in a child’s development.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and take notes.
Learning Point: Pupils learn why extended families are important for child development.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher writes or dictates the board summary for pupils to copy into their notebooks.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the note.
Learning Point: Pupils record the main points of the lesson.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

Who are members of the extended family?
Mention three roles of extended family members in child development.
State two importance of extended family in a child’s life.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the questions orally.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson objectives.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the lesson, emphasizes the importance of extended family, and encourages pupils to respect all family members.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and ask questions if needed.
Learning Point: Pupils appreciate the role of extended families in child development.

Lesson Keywords

Extended Family – a family that includes relatives beyond parents and children
Grandparents – parents of one’s father or mother
Uncles – brothers of one’s father or mother
Aunties – sisters of one’s father or mother
Cousins – children of one’s uncles or aunties

Differentiation

Teacher provides simpler examples and visuals for slower learners, while advanced learners engage in short role plays showing family support situations.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Encourage pupils to value all members of their families. Use local examples to make the lesson relatable. Supervise role plays to ensure relevance and inclusiveness.