Class: Primary 6
Term: 3rd Term
Subject: National Value Education
Curriculum Theme: Security Education
Previous Lesson: Ways Of Ensuring National Security
Topic: Vandalism Of Pipelines And Electricity Facilities
Content/Learning Area: Vandalism of pipelines and electricity facilities
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain: Explain the meaning of vandalism and identify examples of vandalised public utilities like pipelines and electricity facilities.
• Affective Domain: Develop a sense of responsibility towards public property.
• Psychomotor Domain: Dramatise the act of reporting vandalism to proper authorities.
• Social Domain: Collaborate in groups to discuss how to prevent vandalism in their communities.

reference Materials

the following resources was used in planning this lesson:

• 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of work
• NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
• Online Information from: Merriam-Webster – vandalism Definition & Meaning
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following:
Picture charts showing damaged pipelines and transformers, Videos or animations on vandalism, News clippings about recent vandalism cases, flashcards with vocabulary words, Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding vandalism helps pupils become aware of the damage it causes and encourages them to protect public facilities for community benefit.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have seen electricity facilities and pipelines around their communities and understand they are provided by the government for public use.

Lesson Content

Vandalism of Pipelines and Electricity Facilities

Vandalism means destroying things that are useful to everyone. It is indeed a bad act and affects many people.

The following are examples of vandalism:

1. breaking oil pipelines
2. Damaging transformers
3. Removing street light bulbs
4. Cutting electric cables
5. Breaking water pipes
6. Damaging railway tracks
7. Destroying public transportation vehicles
8. defacing public monuments

Effects of Vandalism

Vandalism causes many problems to the community. It can stop people from getting light or water. These include:

1. No electricity supply
2. Fire outbreaks from leaking oil
3. High cost of repair
4. Sickness from bad water
5. Darkness in streets at night
6. Disruption of transportation services
7. Environmental pollution
8. Economic losses for the community

Reasons Why People Vandalise

Some people do it as they want to steal or they are angry. The following are reasons:

1. Stealing to sell parts
2. Anger or revenge
3. Lack of good education
4. Bad peer group
5. Ignorance of the law
6. Poverty and unemployment
7. Political instability
8. Lack of community engagement

How to Stop Vandalism

Everyone must help stop vandalism by being watchful and reporting vandals. They are:

1. Report to the police
2. Teach people to stop spoiling things
3. Avoid buying stolen parts
4. Be proud of public property
5. Set community watch groups
6. Increase security surveillance
7. Promote community awareness programs
8. Provide job opportunities for youths

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods:
Discussion, Lecture, Storytelling, Clarification, Visual Aids, Group Work

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction (Set Induction)

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Shows pictures of damaged transformers and pipes, asks pupils if they’ve seen any
Pupils’ Activity: Share experiences and answer questions

Step 2: Meaning of Vandalism

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
teacher’s Activity: Explains the meaning of vandalism and shows flashcards
pupils’ Activity: listen and ask questions

Step 3: Effects of Vandalism

Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Uses a video to explain how vandalism affects people and facilities
Pupils’ Activity: Watch video and discuss its meaning

Step 4: Reasons People Vandalise

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Storytelling
Teacher’s Activity: Tells a short story of a boy who joined bad friends and vandalised electric poles
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and answer questions

Step 5: How to Stop Vandalism

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Group Work
Teacher’s Activity: Splits class into groups to list how to stop vandalism
Pupils’ Activity: Work in groups to list prevention methods

Step 6: Note-Taking

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Writing
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to write the short class note in their books
Pupils’ Activity: Copy the note into their exercise books

Step 7: evaluation/Review

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks questions from the topic and evaluates group presentations
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions and share group points

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Instructional Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Summarises the lesson and encourages pupils to be good citizens
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and share what they have learnt

Lesson Keywords

• Vandalism – Spoiling things that belong to everyone
• Pipelines – Big pipes that carry water or oil
• Electricity – Power that gives us light
• Transformers – Machines that help bring electricity
• Report – To tell the right people about bad acts

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. Explain what vandalism means
2. List two examples of vandalism
3. Mention two effects of vandalism
4. Give two reasons why people vandalise public property
5. state two ways we can stop vandalism

Assignment/Homework

1. Write a short paragraph on why it is indeed critically importent to protect public property.
2. List three public properties in your community and how you can definitely help protect them.
3. Interview a community leader or police officer about the measures being taken to prevent vandalism in your area.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide simplified explanations and visual aids. Pair them with stronger learners for peer support.
• For advanced learners: encourage them to research and present on the economic and social impact of vandalism in Nigeria.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use videos, discussions, and role-playing activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Encourage pupils to report any act of vandalism they see around their homes or school. Reinforce the importance of public facilities to everyone.