Week One
Subject: Security Education
Class: Primary Five
Week of the Second Term: 1st Week
Topic: Introduction to Personal Security
Subtopic: Meaning of Personal Security
Instructional Objectives
At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define personal security and explain its importance in daily life.
- Identify and describe at least three ways to enhance personal security.
- Demonstrate understanding of personal security by role-playing scenarios that require personal safety measures.
Entry Behaviour
Pupils should already know about general safety practices in their environment and have basic awareness of dangers they might face in their daily lives.
Instructional Materials
- Textbook: Security Education for Primary School Book 5
- Visual aids: Charts depicting personal security tips
- Videos demonstrating safe behaviors in different situations
Reference Materials
Abubakar Muhammed, Dayo Ogunniyi, & Kenneth Chime. (2016). Security Education for Primary School Book 5. Spectrum Book Limited. Lagos.
Content
What is Personal Security?
Personal security means keeping yourself safe from harm or danger. It involves taking steps to protect your body, mind, and belongings from threats or risks around you.
Why is Personal Security Important?
- Protection from harm: It helps you stay safe from accidents or bad situations.
- Building confidence: Knowing how to stay safe makes you feel more confident.
- Caring for your belongings: It ensures your things, like your books, toys, and gadgets, don’t get lost or stolen.
Simple Ways to Stay Safe
- Know your environment: Be aware of your surroundings at home, school, or while playing.
- Be cautious with strangers: Never go anywhere with people you don’t know or trust.
- Keep your things secure: Always put your items in safe places where you can find them easily.
- Report problems: If you feel unsafe, tell a trusted adult, like your teacher, parent, or guardian
Step 1: Introduction
Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)
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