Class: Primary 5
Term: 1st Term
Week: 1
Age: 10 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Yoruba
Curriculum Theme: Nigerian Languages
Previous Lesson: .
Topic: OǸKÀ
Subject Matter: Igba dé òódúnrún, Kíka oǹkà ní èdè gèésì àti èdè Yorùbá láti igba dé òódúnrún, Àlàyé kíkún nípa igba gégé bí ogún méwàá, Ìtúmò (20×10=200), Kíkọ àpẹẹrẹ oǹkà ní fígò àti ní èdè Yorùbá
Specific Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain:
- Read numbers from 200 to 300 in English and Yoruba.
- Explain the meaning of “Igba” (200) as twenty tens (20 x 10).
Affective Domain:
- Listen attentively to the teacher’s explanation of the numbers.
- Appreciate the importance of knowing how to count in Yoruba.
Psychomotor Domain:
- Write examples of numbers in figures and in Yoruba.
- Copy examples of numbers from the board into their notebooks.
Social Domain:
- Participate actively in class reading and writing activities.
Reference Materials
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum (Yoruba Language)
- State Unified Scheme of Work (Yoruba Language)
- Ìwé Èdè Yorùbá Titun fun Àkẹ́kọ̀ọ́ Aláàkọ́bẹ̀rẹ̀ (New Yoruba Language Textbook for Primary Pupils)
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Chart oǹkà Yoruba (Yoruba number chart)
- Kaadi oǹkà (Number cards)
- Pátákó ìkòwé (Writing board)
- Ìwé ìṣe (Workbook/Exercise book)
Rationale for the Lesson
This lesson helps pupils to understand and use Yoruba numbers from 200 to 300. Knowing these numbers is important for daily communication, counting, and understanding quantities in the Yoruba language.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have prior knowledge of counting in Yoruba up to 100 or 200.
Lesson Content/Board Summary
OǸKÀ: Igba dé Òódúnrún (Numbers: 200 to 300)
Kíka Oǹkà láti Igba dé Òódúnrún (Reading Numbers from 200 to 300)
Oǹkà láti igba dé òódúnrún ní èdè gèésì àti Yorùbá:
- 200 – Igba
- 201 – Igba o lè èkan
- 202 – Igba o lè èjì
- 203 – Igba o lè èta
- 204 – Igba o lè èrin
- 205 – Igba o lè àrún
- 210 – Igba o lè èwá
- 215 – Igba o lè èédọ́gún
- 220 – Igba o lè ògún
- 250 – Igba o lè àádọ́ta
- 300 – Òódúnrún
Àlàyé nípa Igba (Explanation of 200)
Igba ni ògún méwàá. Èyí túmọ̀ sí pé tí a bá fi ògún (20) ṣe ìlọ́po mẹ́wàá (10), a ó rí igba (200).
Ní èdè gèésì, 200 jẹ́ “twenty tens” (20 x 10 = 200).
Àpẹẹrẹ Oǹkà ní Fígò àti ní Èdè Yorùbá (Examples of Numbers in Figures and Yoruba)
Àwọn àpẹẹrẹ oǹkà wọnyi ní fígò àti ní èdè Yorùbá:
- 200 – Igba
- 225 – Igba o lè èédọ́gbọ̀n
- 240 – Igba o lè ògójì
- 260 – Igba o lè ògóta
- 280 – Igba o lè ògórin
- 300 – Òódúnrún
Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques
Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Visual Aids
Instructional Procedures
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and reviews their previous lesson on counting in Yoruba up to 200. The teacher then introduces the new topic: OǸKÀ – Igba dé Òódúnrún.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, recall previous knowledge, and listen attentively to the new topic.
Learning Point: Pupils connect previous learning to the new topic and are prepared for the lesson.
Step 2: Presentation of Topic and Objectives
Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Introduction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher clearly states the topic and outlines the specific objectives for the lesson, explaining what pupils are expected to learn by the end of the class. The teacher writes the topic on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the teacher and understand the learning goals. They copy the topic from the board.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the focus and expected outcomes of the lesson.
Step 3: Reading Numbers from 200 to 300
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Repetition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher uses the Yoruba number chart and number cards to demonstrate how to read numbers from 200 to 300 in both English and Yoruba. The teacher reads the numbers clearly, pausing for pupils to repeat after them.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the chart and cards, listen to the teacher, and repeat the numbers after the teacher.
Learning Point: Pupils learn the correct pronunciation and sequence of numbers from 200 to 300 in Yoruba.
Step 4: Explanation of “Igba” (200)
Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Illustration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains in detail that “Igba” means twenty tens (ogún méwàá), showing the multiplication (20 x 10 = 200) on the board. The teacher uses simple examples to make the concept clear.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the explanation and ask questions for clarification. They observe the calculation on the board.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the numerical structure and meaning of “Igba”.
Step 5: Writing Examples of Numbers
Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher writes various examples of numbers from 200 to 300 in figures and their corresponding Yoruba words on the board. For instance, “225 – Igba o lè èédọ́gbọ̀n”.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils carefully observe the examples written on the board and copy them into their notebooks.
Learning Point: Pupils learn how to correctly write numbers in figures and in Yoruba words.
Step 6: Class Activity/Practice
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Group Work/Practice
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher divides pupils into small groups and gives them number cards to arrange or asks them to orally count specific sequences of numbers. The teacher walks around to monitor and provide support.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils actively participate in group activities, practicing reading and arranging the numbers.
Learning Point: Pupils reinforce their understanding and build confidence in using Yoruba numbers.
Step 7: Evaluation/Review
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:
- Read the following numbers in Yoruba: 200, 205, 210, 250, 300.
- What is the meaning of “Igba” in terms of multiplication?
- Write “Igba o lè ògún” in figures.
- Write “280” in Yoruba words.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.
Step 8: Conclusion
Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Assignment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson, reiterating the importance of knowing Yoruba numbers. The teacher assigns homework, asking pupils to write numbers from 200 to 300 in Yoruba.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy down the homework assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and prepare for further practice.
Lesson Keywords
- Oǹkà – Numbers
- Igba – 200
- Òódúnrún – 300
- Ogún méwàá – Twenty tens
Differentiation
The teacher will provide individual support to pupils who find it difficult to read or write the numbers by giving them extra practice cards. Advanced pupils will be encouraged to form simple sentences using the Yoruba numbers or count backwards from 300.
Note for teachers using this lesson plan
Teachers should ensure that all pupils actively participate in reading and writing activities. Visual aids like number charts and cards should be used effectively to enhance learning. Encourage pupils to use the Yoruba numbers in simple daily contexts.



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