Nigerian Festivals and Traditional Attire (Primary 3- History Lesson Note: First Term, Week Eight)

Week 8: Nigerian Festivals and Traditional Attire

Subject: History
Grade: Primary 3

Objectives:

By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:

1. Identify different Nigerian festivals and their significance.
2. Recognize traditional attire associated with various ethnic groups.
3. Understand the role of festivals and attire in Nigerian culture.

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Materials Needed:

• Whiteboard and markers
• Pictures of traditional attire and festivals
• Handouts with information on festivals and attire
• Worksheets for individual activities

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Introduction:

1. Engagement Activity:
   • Start with a question: “What special clothes do people wear during festivals?” Discuss the significance of attire during celebrations.
2. Purpose of Lesson:
   • Explain that today’s lesson will focus on Nigerian festivals and traditional attire.

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Content:

1. Nigerian Festivals:
   • Eyo Festival: Celebrated with traditional attire and processions in Lagos.
   • New Yam Festival: Includes traditional dances and attire among the Igbo people.
   • Ebo Festival: Involves traditional rituals and attire in Akwa Ibom State.
2. Traditional Attire:
   • Yoruba: Iro and buba (women), Agbada (men).
   • Igbo: Isiagu (men), George wrapper (women).
   • Hausa: Babban riga and turban.

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Activity:

1. Festival and Attire Match-Up:
   • Match festivals with the traditional attire worn during these events using pictures and descriptions.
2. Worksheet Activity:
   • Complete a worksheet with questions about festivals and traditional attire.

Step 1: Introduction

Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)

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