Class: Primary 6
Term: Third Term
subject: History
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson: Oil Economy, Crude oil
Topic: Oil Economy
Content/Learning Area: by-products of Crude Oil
Time Allocation: 40 Minutes
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: List the by-products of crude oil.
- Affective Domain: Show interest in learning about the uses of crude oil by-products in Nigeria.
- Psychomotor Domain: Participate actively in class discussions about crude oil by-products.
- Social Domain: Collaborate with peers to identify and categorize crude oil by-products.
Reference Materials
- Relevant sections of the History textbooks for Primary 6.
- Online resources about the Nigerian oil industry.
- 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Instructional Materials
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will employ the help of the following materials: Charts illustrating crude oil refining processes, samples or pictures of crude oil by-products (e.g., petrol, kerosene, diesel), and a map of Nigeria showing oil-producing regions.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding the by-products of crude oil helps pupils appreciate the economic importance of oil in Nigeria and its impact on daily life.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils should have basic knowledge of Nigeria’s natural resources and the importance of oil to the Nigerian economy.
Lesson Content
Oil Economy: By-products of crude Oil
Refining Process
Refining process refers to the series of industrial processes that transform crude oil into various usable products. The following steps are involved:
- Distillation: Crude oil is heated, and different components separate based on boiling points.
- Cracking: Large hydrocarbon molecules are broken down into smaller, more useful ones.
- Reforming: The structure of molecules is rearranged to improve the quality of products.
- Treating: Impurities are removed to meet product specifications.
By-Products of Crude Oil
By-products of crude oil refers to the various products derived from the refining of crude oil, each with specific uses and applications. These are examples of by-products of crude oil:
- Petrol (Gasoline): Used as fuel for cars and other vehicles.
- Kerosene: Used for lighting, cooking, and as jet fuel.
- Diesel: Used as fuel for trucks, buses, and generators.
- Lubricating Oils: used to reduce friction in engines and machinery.
- Bitumen (Asphalt): Used for road construction.
- Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG): Used for cooking and heating.
- Petrochemicals: Used as raw materials for plastics, synthetic rubber, and other chemical products.
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Discussion, Clarification, Visual Aids, 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: Begins by reviewing the previous lesson on Nigeria’s natural resources and asks pupils about the importance of oil.
Pupils’ Activity: Recalls data from the previous lesson and shares their understanding of the importance of oil.
Step 2: Defining Crude Oil and Its Importance
Time: 5 minutes
teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: explains what crude oil is and its meaning to Nigeria’s economy, using visual aids like charts.
Pupils’ Activity: Listens attentively and asks questions to clarify their understanding.
Step 3: Listing By-Products of Crude Oil
Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to list the by-products of crude oil, providing examples and explanations.
Pupils’ Activity: Actively participates in listing the by-products of crude oil and their uses.
Step 4: Group Activity: Uses of By-Products
Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Group Work
Teacher’s Activity: Divides the class into groups and assigns each group a specific by-product to research and present its uses.
Pupils’ Activity: Works in groups to research and prepare presentations on the uses of their assigned by-product.
step 5: Note-Taking
time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the main points of the lesson on the board. Pupils‘ Activity: Copies the notes from the board into their notebooks.
Step 6: Evaluation/Review
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks questions to assess pupils’ understanding of the lesson.Pupils’ Activity: Answers the questions to demonstrate their understanding.
Objective-aligned checks:
- List the by-products of crude oil.
- Collaborate with peers to identify and categorize crude oil by-products.
Step 7: Conclusion
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Concludes the lesson by summarizing the key points and highlighting the importance of crude oil by-products.
Pupils’ Activity: Listens to the summary and asks any remaining questions.
Lesson Keywords
- Crude Oil – Unrefined petroleum as it comes from the ground.
- By-products – Secondary products derived from a primary manufacturing process.
- Refining – The process of purifying crude oil into usable products.
- Petrol – A fuel used in internal combustion engines.
- kerosene – A fuel used for lighting and heating.
- Diesel – A fuel used in diesel engines.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- List five by-products of crude oil.
- Explain the uses of petrol and kerosene.
- Describe the importance of crude oil to Nigeria’s economy.
Assignment/Homework
- Research and write a short paragraph on the environmental impact of crude oil refining.
- List five products made from petrochemicals.
Differentiation
- For slower learners: Provide simplified notes and one-on-one assistance during group activities.
- for advanced learners: Assign additional research on the economic impact of the oil industry in Nigeria.
- For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, audio recordings, and hands-on 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 relatable for the pupils. Emphasize the importance of responsible use of oil resources and environmental conservation.

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