Social Studies (Lesson Plan for Primary Four: Week 1, First Term)

Social Studies (Weekly Plan

Week One: Living in the family

Sub Topic: Meaning and types of family (Nuclear and Extended Identify the members of the Nuclear and extended Family

Week Two: importance of the family

Sub Topic: Relationship of some member of the family Benefit of the family e.g. Care and interest for one another

Week Three: Marriage

Sub Topic: Meaning and explain the types of marriage e.g. Monogamy and Polygamy marriage

Week Four: Marriage Problems and Solutions

Sub Topic: Identify the problems in marriage and solutions to the problems of marriage

Week Five: Our culture

Sub Topic: Types of culture in Nigeria (Igbo, Hausa and Yoruba) and list the element of culture

Week Six: Culture

Sub Topic: Similarities in cultures e.g. Food, Dressing, Ceremony, Greetings etc.

Week Seven: MID TERM BREAK

Week Eight: Culture

Sub Topic: List outways of cultural presentation e.g. Symbol, Building Dressing and Festival (ii) reasons for discarding some culture e.g. ritual (iii) Identify the culture to be retained e.g. respect to elders.

Week Nine: Our religion and practice

Sub Topic: Meaning and types of religion (ii) mode and materials used to worship in different religion practice e.g. Holy Bible, Holy Quran, candle etc.

Week Ten: Similarities in aspect of religion

Sub Topic: List the similarities of each religion e.g. we all pray to God through different means, style of dressing etc.

Lesson Plan for Primary Four

Subject: Social Studies
Class: Primary Four
Week of the First Term: 1st Week
Topic: Living in the Family
Sub-Topic: Meaning and Types of Family (Nuclear and Extended) and Identifying the Members of the Nuclear and Extended Family

Objectives

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

1. Define the terms “Nuclear Family” and “Extended Family” and identify the members of each.
2. Describe the characteristics and roles of family members in both Nuclear and Extended families.
3. Create a family tree that includes members of their Nuclear and Extended families.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils should already know the basic concept of a family as a group of people living together and the importance of family in society.

Instructional Materials

1. Textbook: Social Studies for Pry. Schools Book 4 by Gbenga M. Babalola.
2. Visual aids: Chart showing examples of Nuclear and Extended families.
3. Flashcards: Cards with images of different family members.

Reference Materials

• Babalola, G. M. (2017). Social Studies for Primary Schools Book 4. Lagos: Metropolitan Publishers.
• Dangiwa, I., Bello, H., Caroline, E., & Adeola, A. (2017). Learn Social Studies Primary Book 4. Lagos: West African Book Publishers Ltd.

Content

Meaning of Family:

• A family is a group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption who live together and support each other.

Types of Families:

1. Nuclear Family: A small family consisting of parents and their children.
   1. Members: Father, Mother, Children.
2. Extended Family: A larger family that includes not only the nuclear family but also other relatives such as grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins.
   1. Members: Grandparents, Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, and other relatives.

Sub Topic: Meaning and types of family (Nuclear and Extended) Identify the members of the Nuclear and Extended Family

What is a Family?
A family is a group of people who are related to each other and who care for and support one another. Families can look different depending on who is in them, but they all have something special in common—love and care.

Types of Families:

1. Nuclear Family:
   1. A Nuclear Family is a small family that includes just the parents and their children.
   1. Members of a Nuclear Family:
      1. Father: The dad who takes care of the family.
      1. Mother: The mom who also cares for the family.
      1. Children: The sons and daughters in the family.
   1. Example: If you live with your mom, dad, and maybe a brother or sister, that is your Nuclear Family.
2. Extended Family:
   1. An Extended Family is a larger family that includes not only the parents and children but also other relatives like grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins.
   1. Members of an Extended Family:
      1. Grandparents: Your mom or dad’s parents.
      1. Uncles and Aunts: The brothers and sisters of your parents.
      1. Cousins: The children of your uncles and aunts.
   1. Example: When you visit your grandma, grandpa, uncles, aunts, and cousins, you are spending time with your Extended Family.

Understanding Your Family:
Every family is unique, but all families, whether Nuclear or Extended, are important because they provide love, care, and support to their members. Families help us grow, learn, and feel safe. Each person in the family has a role to play, whether it’s parents taking care of the children or grandparents telling stories about the past.

Lesson Presentation

Step 1: Introduction

• Begin with a story about two different families—one Nuclear and one Extended—and ask pupils to identify which type of family is described in each story.

Step 2: Explanation

• Explain the differences between Nuclear and Extended families, using simple language and relatable examples. For instance, discuss how a Nuclear family might have only the parents and children living together, while an Extended family might include grandparents and cousins.

Step 3: Demonstration

• Show a chart that visually distinguishes between a Nuclear and Extended family, labeling the different members of each type of family.

Step 4: Guided Practice

• Distribute flashcards with images of family members and ask pupils to group them into Nuclear and Extended families with the teacher’s guidance.

Step 5: Independent Practice

• Ask pupils to draw their own family tree, including both Nuclear and Extended family members, and label each person.

Step 6: Feedback

• Review the family trees drawn by the pupils, providing feedback on their understanding of family types and member identification. Address any misconceptions and reinforce the key concepts.

Evaluation

Formative Assessment:

• Ask pupils to verbally define the Nuclear and Extended families and list the members of each during the lesson.

Summative Assessment:

• At the end of the lesson, pupils will complete a worksheet that requires them to identify and categorize family members into Nuclear or Extended families.

Summary/Conclusion

• Summarize the lesson by reinforcing the definitions and members of Nuclear and Extended families. Emphasize the importance of each family member’s role in the family structure.

Assignment

• Pupils are to interview their parents or guardians to find out about their Extended family members and draw a detailed family tree at home, including as many relatives as they can.