Class: Primary One
Term: Frist Term
Subject: History
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson: History; Meaning and Importance of History
Topic: Family History
Content/Learning Area: Meaning of Family History, Family Members, Creating a Family Tree
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain:

1. Explain the meaning of family history.
   
2. Identify different members of a family.
   
3. Describe how to create a simple family tree.
   • Psychomotor Domain:

1. Create a simple family tree with names of family members.
   • Affective Domain:

1. Show interest in learning about their family history.
   • Social Domain:

1. Work collaboratively with peers to create family trees.

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Reference Materials

• 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Center scheme of Work
• NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
• Online Facts
• Relevant Textbooks

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Instructional materials

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

• Whiteboard or chart paper
• Markers or crayons
• Pictures of family members
• Examples of family trees

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Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding family history helps children connect with their past and understand their place within a larger family network. This knowledge fosters a sense of belonging and identity.

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Prerequisite/Previous knowledge

The teacher will begin by asking pupils to share what they know about their families. The teacher will then introduce the concept of family history as a story about their family.

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Lesson Content

Meaning of Family History

family history is the story of your family. It tells us who is in your family, where they came from, and how they are related to each other. It’s like a timeline showing how everyone is connected.

Family Members

Families have many critically important members:
These include:

1. Grandparents: Your parents’ parents.
2. Parents: Your mother and father.
3. Siblings: Your brothers and sisters.
4. Cousins: The children of your aunts and uncles.
5. Aunts and Uncles: Siblings of your parents.
6. Great-Grandparents: Your grandparents’ parents.

Creating a Family Tree

A family tree is a diagram showing how family members are related. You can start with yourself and add your parents, grandparents, siblings, and other relatives to create your own family tree. A family tree is a visual portrayal of your family history.

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Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Demonstration, Group Activity

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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: Asks pupils to share what they know about their families.
Pupils’ Activity: Share their knowledge about their families.

Step 2: Description of Key Concepts

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the meaning of family history and introduces different family members.
pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask questions.

Step 3: Demonstration/Guided Practice

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstrating
Teacher’s Activity: Demonstrates how to create a simple family tree using examples.
Pupils’ activity: observe the demonstration and participate in creating a sample family tree.

Step 4: Autonomous Practice

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils as they create their own family trees.
Pupils’ Activity: Create their own family trees using their own family members.

step 5: Note-taking

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the key concepts of the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes on the key concepts.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks evaluation questions to assess understanding.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer the evaluation questions.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Concludes the lesson by reviewing the key concepts and commending pupils for their participation.
Pupils’ activity: Listen attentively.

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Lesson Keywords

• family History – The story of your family, including who they are, where they came from, and how they are related.
• Family Tree – A diagram showing how family members are related to each other.
• Grandparents – The parents of your mother or father.
• Siblings – Your brothers and sisters.
• Cousins – The children of your aunts and uncles.

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Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. What is a family history?
2. Who are your grandparents?
3. Name some different family members.
4. how do you make a simple family tree?
5. Why is knowing your family history critically important?

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Assignment/Homework

1. Ask your parents or grandparents to tell you a story about your family history.
2. Draw your own family tree and label the members.
3. Find a picture of your family and share it with the class next time.

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Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance in creating their family trees.
• For advanced learners: Challenge them to research and add more distant relatives to their trees.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, storytelling, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

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Note for Teachers

Encourage pupils to share their family stories and experiences in a respectful and inclusive manner. Provide additional support and resources for pupils who may have limited details about their family history.