Class: Primary 6
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 1
Age: 11 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Yoruba
Curriculum Theme: Nigerian Languages
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Topic: OWÓ KÍKÀ (READING MONEY)
Subject Matter: Owó kíkà, Òǹkà owó láti kóbò títí dé náírà, Àpẹẹrẹ 1k kóbò kan, Àpẹẹrẹ N5.00 náírà márùn ún, Àpẹẹrẹ N10 náírà méwàá, Kíka owo láti kóbò títí dé náírà
Specific Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain:
- Define ‘Owó kíkà’ (reading money).
- Identify different denominations of Nigerian currency (kobo and naira).
- State examples of kobo and naira denominations.
Affective Domain:
- Appreciate the importance of reading money correctly.
- Show willingness to participate in counting money.
Psychomotor Domain:
- Count money from kobo to naira.
- Practically read various amounts of money.
Social Domain:
- Collaborate with peers to practice reading money.
Reference Materials
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Primary Schools.
- State Unified Scheme of Work for Primary 6 Yoruba.
- Ìwé Èdè Yorùbá fún Àkóbẹ̀rẹ̀ (Yoruba Language Book for Primary Schools).
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Eyo kobo (kobo coins)
- Owo naira (naira notes)
- Kaadi iye owo (money value cards)
- Pátákó ìkòwé (writing board)
Rationale for the Lesson
This lesson helps pupils learn how to read and count Nigerian money, from kobo to naira. Understanding money is important for daily transactions and managing personal finances, which are essential life skills.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have prior knowledge of counting numbers in Yoruba and recognizing some currency denominations.
Lesson Content/Board Summary
OWÓ KÍKÀ (READING MONEY)
Ìtumọ̀ Owó Kíkà (Meaning of Reading Money)
Owó kíkà nípa títí iye owó kan, láti kóbò sí náírà, ní èdè Yorùbá. Ó tún tumọ̀ sí wíwọn iye owó kan. (Reading money means stating the value of a particular amount, from kobo to naira, in Yoruba language. It also means counting a particular amount of money.)
Òǹkà Owó Láti Kóbò Títí Dé Náírà (Counting Money from Kobo to Naira)
Ní Nàìjíríà, a ní owó kóbò àti owó náírà. 100 kóbò jẹ́ N1.00 náírà kan. (In Nigeria, we have kobo and naira currencies. 100 kobo makes 1 naira.)
Àwọn iye owó tí a ní ní Nàìjíríà ni àwọn wọnyì:
- Kóbò: 1k, 5k, 10k, 25k, 50k
- Náírà: N5, N10, N20, N50, N100, N200, N500, N1000
Àpẹẹrẹ Iye Owó (Examples of Money Amounts)
Àwọn àpẹẹrẹ iye owó ni àwọn wọnyì:
- 1k kóbò kan (One kobo coin)
- N5.00 náírà márùn ún (Five naira)
- N10.00 náírà méwàá (Ten naira)
- N20.00 náírà ogún (Twenty naira)
- N50.00 náírà aadọ́ta (Fifty naira)
- N100.00 náírà ọgọ́rùn-ún (One hundred naira)
Bí A Ṣe Ń Ka Owó (How to Read Money)
Nínú kika owó, á máa ka náírà náà nípa títí iye rẹ̀, á sì máa sọ pé “náírà” lẹ́yìn rẹ̀. Tí kóbò bá wà, á máa sọ iye kóbò náà lẹ́yìn tí a ti sọ náírà. (When reading money, we state the value of the naira and then say “naira” after it. If there are kobo, we state the kobo value after the naira.)
Àpẹẹrẹ:
- N5.50: Náírà márùn ún àti àádọ́ta kóbò (Five naira and fifty kobo)
- N12.25: Náírà mejilá àti ìdá-mẹ́ẹ̀dọ́gbọ̀n kóbò (Twelve naira and twenty-five kobo)
- N100.00: Náírà ọgọ́rùn-ún (One hundred naira)
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 asks them to mention some things they can buy with money. The teacher then tells them that today’s lesson will be about reading and counting money (Owó Kíkà).
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings and mention items they can buy with money. They listen attentively to the teacher’s introduction.
Learning Point: Pupils are prepared for the lesson and understand the relevance of money.
Step 2: Presentation of Topic
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Writing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher writes the topic “OWÓ KÍKÀ (READING MONEY)” on the board and states the lesson objectives to the pupils.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the topic into their notebooks and listen to the stated objectives.
Learning Point: Pupils know the topic and what they are expected to learn.
Step 3: Explanation of Owó Kíkà
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher defines ‘Owó kíkà’ in Yoruba and explains the relationship between kobo and naira using real kobo coins and naira notes or money value cards. The teacher shows different denominations and explains their values.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the definition and observe the various denominations shown by the teacher, asking questions where necessary.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the meaning of reading money and the different denominations.
Step 4: Demonstrating Counting
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Modelling
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates how to count and read various amounts of money, starting from kobo to naira, using the instructional materials. The teacher gives examples like 1k, N5, N10, N20, N50, N100, N5.50, N12.25, etc., and reads them aloud in Yoruba.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils pay close attention to the teacher’s demonstration and try to repeat the readings orally.
Learning Point: Pupils learn the practical steps of reading different money amounts.
Step 5: Guided Practice
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guidance/Practice
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides the pupils to collectively practice reading different amounts of money. The teacher holds up various denominations and pupils read them aloud together.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils actively participate in reading the money amounts under the teacher’s guidance.
Learning Point: Pupils gain confidence in reading money with support.
Step 6: Independent Practice
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Independent Work
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher writes several money amounts on the board (e.g., N7.00, N15.50, N200.00) and asks pupils to write them in words in their notebooks.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils individually write the money amounts in words in their notebooks.
Learning Point: Pupils practice reading and writing money amounts independently.
Step 7: Evaluation/Review
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:
- Kí ni Owó kíkà? (What is reading money?)
- Darukọ àwọn iye owó kóbò méjì. (Mention two kobo denominations.)
- Darukọ àwọn iye owó náírà mẹ́ta. (Mention three naira denominations.)
- Ka iye owó yìí: N25.50. (Read this money amount: N25.50.)
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.
Step 8: Conclusion
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Assignment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of reading money correctly. The teacher assigns homework: “Ka iye owó N60.75 àti N150.00 sínú ìwé iṣẹ́-ṣíṣe yín.” (Read the money amounts N60.75 and N150.00 in your homework books.)
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy the homework assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and apply it further.
Lesson Keywords
- Owó kíkà – Reading money
- Kóbò – Kobo (a unit of Nigerian currency, 100 kobo = 1 naira)
- Náírà – Naira (the official currency of Nigeria)
- Òǹkà – Counting
- Iye owó – Money value/amount
Differentiation
For pupils who find it challenging, the teacher will provide extra one-on-one support, use larger and more distinct money cards, and focus on simpler denominations. For advanced learners, the teacher will provide more complex money amounts to read and ask them to perform simple calculations or make change.
Note for teachers using this lesson plan
Encourage active participation from all pupils. Use real currency notes and coins as much as possible to make the lesson practical and engaging. Adapt the pace of the lesson to suit the pupils’ understanding and provide ample opportunities for practice.


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