Class: Primary Two
Term: Second Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
Previous Lesson:
Topic: Keeping Our Surroundings Clean
Content/Learning Area: What is a Clean Environment?, Ways of Keeping Our Environment Clean
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain:

1. Identify three ways of keeping our environment clean.
2. Explain the importance of proper waste disposal.
3. Describe the proper use of toilets adn urinals.
4. Psychomotor Domain:
5. Demonstrate proper waste disposal techniques.
6. Show the correct use of toilets and urinals.
7. Affective Domain:
8. Show gratitude for a clean environment.
9. Develop a sense of responsibility towards environmental cleanliness.
10. Social domain:
11. Cooperate with others in keeping the environment clean.
12. Encourage others to maintain a clean environment.

Reference Materials

• 9 – Years Basic education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
• NAPPS National unified scheme of Work
• Online Data
• Relevant Textbooks

instructional Materials

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

• Whiteboard or chart paper
• Markers or crayons
• Pictures or illustrations related to environmental cleanliness

Rationale for the lesson

This lesson is crucial for instilling good hygiene practices and environmental responsibility in young learners. Understanding environmental cleanliness is essential for their health and well-being,and for contributing to a lasting future.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have a basic understanding of cleanliness and hygiene from previous lessons and daily life experiences.

Lesson Content

What is a Clean Environment?

A clean environment is a tidy place, free of litter, and safe for everyone. Keeping it clean helps us stay healthy, protects our planet, and improves our communities.

Ways of keeping Our Environment Clean

Proper Waste Disposal

Proper waste disposal is essential for maintaining a clean and healthy environment. These include:

1. Always use bins: This prevents litter and keeps things tidy.
2. Never litter: Litter pollutes and harms animals.
3. Recycle paper, plastic, and glass: This conserves resources.
4. Separate waste: Sort waste into different categories for recycling.
5. Compost organic waste: Turn food scraps and yard waste into compost for gardening.

Proper Use of Toilets/Urinals

Using toilets and urinals correctly helps prevent the spread of germs and keeps facilities clean. They are:

1. Flush after each use: This prevents germs.
2. Wash hands with soap and water: This prevents the spread of germs.
3. Use them correctly: This prevents clogs.
4. Keep the area clean: Wipe up any spills or messes.
5. Report any issues: Inform an adult if there are any problems with the facilities.

Conserving Water

conserving water is vital for protecting our environment and ensuring we have enough water for the future. The following are ways to conserve water:

1. Turn off taps tightly: This prevents wastage.
2. Report leaks to adults.
3. Take shorter showers and use water-saving appliances.
4. Collect rainwater: Use rainwater for watering plants and cleaning.
5. Avoid leaving the tap running: Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth or washing dishes.

Planting Trees and Flowers

Planting trees and flowers helps to beautify our surroundings and improve the environment. These include:

1. Trees and plants clean the air.
2. They beautify our surroundings.
3. Encourage others to plant them.
4. Provide shade: Trees provide shade, which helps to cool the environment.
5. Attract wildlife: Flowers and trees attract birds, butterflies, and other wildlife.

Keeping Surroundings Clean

Keeping our surroundings clean is critically important for maintaining a healthy and pleasant environment. They are:

1. Clean up after yourself in all areas.
2. Keep your personal space tidy.
3. Encourage others to do the same.
4. Participate in community clean-ups: Join local efforts to clean up parks, streets, and other public areas.
5. Dispose of waste properly: Always use bins and avoid littering.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Question and answer, Use of visual aids.

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 what they understand by a clean environment and shows pictures of clean and dirty environments.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond to the teacher’s questions and observe the pictures.

Step 2: Description of Key Concepts

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the concept of a clean environment and its importance.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.

Step 3: Demonstration of Proper Waste Disposal

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstrating
Teacher’s Activity: Demonstrates proper waste disposal techniques and the correct use of toilets and urinals.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe the demonstration and participate in guided practice.

step 4: Autonomous Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Supervises pupils as they practice proper waste disposal and toilet use.
Pupils’ Activity: Practice independently, applying what they have learned.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guiding
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils in taking notes on key concepts.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes on the main points of the lesson.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks questions to assess pupils’ understanding.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer the teacher’s questions.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the key points and encourages pupils to practice what they have learned.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen to the summary and ask any remaining questions.

Lesson Keywords

• Clean Environment – A tidy place, free of litter, and safe for everyone.
• Waste Disposal – The process of getting rid of unwanted materials.
• Conserving Water – Using water wisely to avoid waste.
• Planting Trees – Putting trees in the ground to improve the environment.
• Hygiene – Practices that promote cleanliness and health.

Lesson evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. What are two ways to properly dispose of waste?
2. Why is it critically important to use toilets and urinals correctly?
3. List one thing you can do to keep our environment clean.
4. How can we conserve water?
5. What are the benefits of planting trees and flowers?

Assignment/Homework

1. List three ways you can help keep your home environment clean.
2. Draw a picture of a clean environment and label the different elements that make it clean.
3. Explain to your parents or guardians the importance of conserving water and write down their responses.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
• For advanced learners: Encourage them to research additional ways to keep the environment clean.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, verbal explanations, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Encourage pupils to actively participate in discussions and practical activities. emphasize the importance of personal responsibility in maintaining a clean environment. Use real-life examples and relatable scenarios to make the lesson more engaging.