Class: Primary 6
Term: Third Term
Subject: Physical & Health Education
Curriculum Theme: Physical & Health education
Previous Lesson: Effects of Drug Abuse on Health
Topic: Effects of Drug Abuse
Content/Learning Area: effects on individuals – stroke, weight loss, death
Time Allocation: 40 Minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain: Explain the severe impacts of drug abuse on individuals.
Affective Domain: Develop a negative attitude towards drug abuse.
Psychomotor Domain: Participate in a campaign against drug abuse.
Social Domain: Collaborate with peers to discuss the effects of drug abuse.

Reference Materials

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational resource Center Scheme of work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Spectrum Books, _Physical and health Education for Primary Schools Book 6_
Evans Brothers, _Physical and Health Education for Primary schools Book 6_

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will employ the help of the following materials: charts showing the effects of drug abuse, pictures of individuals affected by drug abuse, and campaign posters.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the effects of drug abuse is crucial for pupils to make informed decisions and avoid harmful substances, promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have a basic understanding of what drugs are and some common examples.

Lesson Content

Effects of Drug Abuse

Drug abuse can lead to severe health problems and negatively impact an individual’s life.

Effects on Individuals

Drug abuse can cause a range of detrimental effects on individuals, including:

Stroke – A serious medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted.
Weight Loss – Important and unhealthy reduction in body weight due to the effects of drugs on appetite and metabolism.
Death – The ultimate consequence of severe drug abuse, resulting from organ failure or overdose.

Consequences of Drug Abuse

Drug abuse can impair judgement, memory and coordination; damage organs; worsen mental-health problems; reduce school performance; strain relationships; cause accidents, dependence, crime or financial hardship; and lead to overdose or death.

Effects differ by substance, dose, health and combinations. A person needs medical and psychosocial support, not ridicule. Suspected poisoning or unconsciousness requires urgent adult and emergency help.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Explanation, Visual Aids, Discussion, Group Work.

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 reviews the previous lesson on the meaning of drug abuse and introduces the topic for the day by asking pupils what they think are the effects of drug abuse.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and share their thoughts on the effects of drug abuse.

Step 2: Explanation of Stroke

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains how drug abuse can lead to stroke, using charts and pictures to illustrate the effects on the brain.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and ask questions to clarify their understanding of how drug abuse causes stroke.

Step 3: Discussion on Weight Loss

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads a discussion on how drug abuse can cause weight loss, explaining the impact on appetite and metabolism.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils participate in the discussion, sharing their thoughts and examples of how drug abuse affects weight.

step 4: Understanding the Risk of Death

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains how drug abuse can lead to death, emphasizing the dangers of overdose and organ failure.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and ask questions to understand the severity of the consequences of drug abuse.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Writing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher writes a summary of the lesson on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the notes into their notebooks.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks questions to assess pupils’ understanding of the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer the questions to demonstrate their understanding.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the main points of the lesson and encourages pupils to stay away from drugs.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and pledge to avoid drug abuse.

Lesson Keywords

Stroke – A medical condition where blood supply to the brain is interrupted.
Weight Loss – Significant reduction in body weight.
Death – The end of life, often a consequence of severe drug abuse.
Drug Abuse – The misuse of drugs, leading to harmful effects.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Explain how drug abuse can lead to stroke.
Describe how drug abuse can cause weight loss.
State the ultimate consequence of severe drug abuse.

Assignment/Homework

Research and write about other effects of drug abuse not mentioned in class.
Create a poster campaigning against drug abuse.

Differentiation

For slower learners: provide simplified explanations and visual aids.
For advanced learners: Encourage them to research and present on the long-term effects of drug abuse.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use charts, discussions, and role-playing activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Ensure to use real-life examples and visual aids to make the lesson more engaging and impactful. Emphasize the importance of seeking help if they or someone they know is struggling with drug abuse.