Class: Primary Five
Term: First Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
Previous Lesson: Changing Culture; Common Changes In Culture, Factors That Cause Change In Culture
Topic: Marriage Customs adn Practices
Content/Learning Area: Defining marriage, Listing cultural marriage practices, Appreciating the importance of marriage in different cultures, Discussing how marriage customs contribute to community bonding
Time Allocation: 40 minutes
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain:
- Define marriage.
- List different cultural practices associated with marriage.
- Explain the importance of marriage in different cultures.
- Describe how marriage customs contribute to community bonding.
- Affective Domain:
- Appreciate the importance of marriage in different cultures.
- show respect for different marriage customs.
- Psychomotor domain:
- Draw a symbol or item associated with marriage in their culture.
- Social Domain:
- Participate in class discussions about marriage customs.
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
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- Relevant Textbooks
- Whiteboard or chart paper
- Markers or crayons
- Relevant pictures or illustrations
- Bride Price: In some cultures, the groom’s family gives gifts or money to the bride’s family to show respect and recognition.
- Conventional Wedding Ceremonies: Many cultures have unique ceremonies with special dances, songs, and rituals passed down through generations. These ceremonies frequently enough reflect religious or spiritual beliefs.
- Exchange of Gifts: Families ofen give gifts to the new couple to wish them well.These gifts can vary widely.
- Wedding Feasts: Weddings are frequently enough celebrated with large meals where family and friends gather to eat, drink, and celebrate. The food is often traditional to the culture.
- use of Traditional Attire: Many cultures have special clothing worn at weddings. These clothes are often colorful and symbolize the importance of the occasion.
- Dowry: In some cultures,the bride’s family provides property or money to the groom or his family upon marriage.
- Ritual Cleansing: Some cultures practice ritual cleansing or purification ceremonies before or after the wedding to symbolize a fresh start for the couple.
- symbolic Objects: Certain objects, such as rings, cloths, or other items, are used to symbolize the union and commitment between the couple.
- Marriage – A legally and socially sanctioned union between two people.
- Culture – The customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or group.
- Customs – A traditional and widely accepted way of behaving or doing something that is specific to a particular society, place, or time.
- Tradition – The transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation.
- Community – A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common.
- What is marriage?
- Name three cultural practices associated with marriage.
- Why is it critically significant to respect different marriage customs?
- How do marriage customs help build community bonds?
- Draw a symbol or item associated with marriage in your culture.
- Research and write about a marriage custom from a culture different from your own.
- Interview a family member about their wedding day and write a short paragraph about it.
- Draw and label different types of traditional wedding attire.
- For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and simplified explanations.
- For advanced learners: encourage them to research additional marriage customs from different cultures.
- For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, discussions, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.
Reference Materials
Instructional Materials
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding marriage customs promotes cultural awareness and respect for diverse traditions. This lesson helps pupils appreciate the significance of marriage in society and its role in building strong communities.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
The teacher will begin by asking pupils to share their understanding of the word “marriage” and what they know about weddings. A brief discussion will follow, setting the stage for the lesson.
Lesson Content
What is Marriage?
Marriage is a special joining of two people, usually a man and a woman, that is officially recognized. It’s a commitment that forms a family and brings people together. It involves legal and cultural aspects.
Different Cultural Practices in Marriage
Cultural practices in marriage vary across different societies and regions.These include:
The following are examples of cultural practices in marriage:
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Discussion, Question and answer, Visual aids
Instructional Procedures
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
Step 1: Introduction (Set Induction)
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils what they know about marriage.Pupils’ Activity: Share their prior knowledge and understanding of marriage.
Step 2: Clarification of Key Concepts
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Defines marriage and explains its significance.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.
Step 3: Demonstration/Guided Practice
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstrating
Teacher’s Activity: Shows pictures of different wedding ceremonies and explains the associated customs.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe and participate in discussions about the pictures.
Step 4: Independent Practice
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guiding
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils in drawing a symbol of marriage from their culture.
Pupils’ Activity: Draw a symbol and prepare to share their work.
Step 5: Note-Taking
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Note-taking
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes key points on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes in their notebooks.
Step 6: Evaluation/Review
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks review questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer the review questions.
Step 7: Conclusion
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Reviews the key concepts and answers any remaining questions.praises the pupils for their participation and encourages them to continue learning about different cultures.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask any remaining questions.
Lesson Keywords
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
Assignment/Homework
Differentiation
Note for Teachers
Ensure to use real-life examples and visual aids to make the lesson engaging and relatable for the pupils. Encourage open discussions and respect for diverse cultural practices.
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