Class: Primary Three
Term: Third Term
Subject: history
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson:
Topic: Some Ancient Towns in Nigeria: Aba and Benin
content/Learning Area: Identifying Aba and benin on a map, Showing gratitude for cultural heritage, Participating in group discussions about preserving historical sites
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

1. Identify Aba and Benin on a map of nigeria.2. Name one historical fact about Aba and one about benin.
3. Explain why it is notable to preserve ancient towns.

Affective Domain:

1. Show recognition for the cultural heritage of ancient Nigerian towns.

Psychomotor Domain:

1. Point out Aba and Benin on a map of Nigeria.

Social Domain:

1. Participate in group discussions about the meaning of preserving historical sites in their communities.

Reference Materials

9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational resource Center scheme of Work
NAPPS National unified Scheme of Work
online Facts
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials: A map of Nigeria, Pictures of Aba and Benin, Charts showing historical facts.

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand Nigeria’s rich history and the importance of preserving cultural heritage. Knowing about ancient towns fosters a sense of national identity and pride.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

The teacher will start by asking pupils what they remember from the previous lesson about heroes and heroines. Then, the teacher will introduce the topic by showing pictures of Aba and Benin, asking pupils if they know anything about these places.

Lesson Content

Some Ancient Towns In Nigeria: Aba, Benin

Ancient towns in Nigeria are towns that have existed for many centuries and hold historical meaning.

Location on Map

Aba: Located in southeastern Nigeria, Aba is historically known for its craft and commerce.
Benin: Situated in southwestern Nigeria, Benin is famous for its historical empire and bronze artworks.

Why Ancient Towns Are Studied

Ancient towns are settlements with long histories and important roles in trade, government, religion, crafts or the growth of kingdoms. Examples in Nigeria include Ile-Ife, Kano, Benin City, Oyo, Daura and Bonny. They developed in different regions and at different periods.

Historians learn about these towns from oral traditions, old buildings, artworks, tools, written accounts and archaeological evidence. Pupils should avoid assuming that “ancient” means abandoned; many ancient towns remain active modern communities.

Teaching methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Question and Answer, Map work, Show and Tell.

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: Review previous lesson, introduce the topic with pictures.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions, observe pictures.

Step 2: Description of Key Concepts

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Define “ancient towns,” explain the historical significance of Aba and Benin.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively, ask clarifying questions.

Step 3: Demonstration/Guided Practise

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstrating
Teacher’s activity: locate aba and Benin on the map, show pictures of historical sites.
Pupils’ Activity: Identify locations on the map, observe pictures.

Step 4: Independent Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Supervise pupils as they work individually on the map.
Pupils’ Activity: Locate Aba and Benin on their own maps.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guiding
Teacher’s Activity: Guide pupils in taking notes on key facts about Aba and Benin.
Pupils’ Activity: Write down key facts.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Ask review questions to assess understanding.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions.

Objective-aligned checks:

Identify Aba and Benin on a map of nigeria.
Name one historical fact about Aba and one about benin.
Explain why it is notable to preserve ancient towns.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the key points about Aba and Benin, emphasizing the importance of preserving Nigeria’s historical heritage. Assign homework.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen to the summary,note homework assignment.

Lesson Keywords

Ancient Towns – Towns that have existed for many centuries and hold historical significance.
Cultural heritage – The legacy of physical artifacts and intangible attributes of a group or society that are inherited from past generations.
historical Significance – the importance of an event, place, or person in history.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Point out where Aba and Benin are located on a map.
Name one historical fact about Aba and one about Benin.
Explain why it is importent to preserve ancient towns.

Observation: Teacher will observe pupils’ participation in discussions, map work accuracy, and note-taking skills.

Assignment/Homework

Draw a map of Nigeria and locate Aba and Benin.
write a short paragraph about why preserving ancient towns is important.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance with map work.
For advanced learners: Encourage them to research and present additional information about Aba and Benin.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, discussions, and hands-on activities like map tracing.

Note for Teachers

Ensure to emphasize the importance of preserving cultural heritage and encourage pupils to appreciate the historical significance of ancient towns in Nigeria.