Civic Education Scheme Of Work For Primary Two (Govt Approved)

Scheme of work is a general guideline to cover the major themes and concepts in various subjects. It gives the teachers and pupils alike clear direction on the way to go in their academic enterprise.

Here’s a sample scheme of work for Civic Education in primary two in Nigeria.

First Term:

Week 1: Introduction to Civic Education

• Importance of Civic Education
• Definition of key terms (citizen, community, responsibility)
• Understanding the Nigerian flag and national symbols

Week 2: My School and Classroom

• Identifying roles and responsibilities within the school community
• Understanding the importance of rules and regulations in the classroom
• Respecting classmates and teachers

Week 3: Our Families

• Understanding the importance of families
• Identifying family members and their roles
• Appreciating diversity within families

Week 4: My Community

• Introduction to the concept of a community
• Identifying community helpers and their roles (e.g., doctor, teacher, police officer)
• Understanding the importance of respecting and helping others in the community

Week 5: Rules and Laws

• Differentiating between rules and laws
• Identifying common rules in school and at home
• Understanding the purpose of laws and consequences for breaking them

Second Term:

Week 1: Our Rights and Responsibilities

• Introduction to basic human rights
• Identifying rights and responsibilities within the school and community
• Emphasizing respect for the rights of others

Week 2: Nigerian Culture and Traditions

• Appreciating Nigerian culture and traditions
• Learning about festivals and celebrations in Nigeria
• Understanding the significance of cultural diversity

Week 3: Health and Hygiene

• Importance of personal hygiene and cleanliness
• Basic health habits and practices (e.g., handwashing, brushing teeth)
• Identifying common illnesses and preventive measures

Week 4: Environmental Awareness

• Understanding the importance of a clean and healthy environment
• Identifying environmental issues and their impact
• Promoting proper waste disposal and conservation

Week 5: National Heroes and Leaders

• Introduction to Nigerian national heroes and leaders
• Understanding their contributions to the country
• Developing respect and admiration for national figures

Third Term:

Week 1: Unity and Diversity

• Promoting unity among diverse cultures, tribes, and religions in Nigeria
• Appreciating cultural differences and similarities
• Celebrating Nigerian unity in diversity

Week 2: Safety and Emergency Preparedness

• Identifying potential hazards and safety measures at home and school
• Basic emergency procedures (e.g., fire drills, first aid)
• Promoting personal safety and accident prevention

Week 3: Our Local Government

• Understanding the concept of local government
• Identifying local government officials and their roles
• Recognizing the importance of community participation in governance

Week 4: Responsible Citizenship

• Developing a sense of civic responsibility
• Understanding the importance of voting and participating in decision-making processes
• Emphasizing honesty, integrity, and good citizenship values

Week 5: Review and Assessment

• Review of the topics covered throughout the year
• Assessment of students’ understanding and knowledge

In summary, please note that this scheme of work is a general outline, and teachers can modify it as per their school’s curriculum and students’ needs.

We should also note that the specific topics and sequence may vary depending on the school or curriculum and students and pupils who want to read ahead of the subject Civic Education should see the information provided here as very useful guide.