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Subject: Social Studies
Semester: 2
Period: 5
Week: 28
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Social Studies
Grade Level: Grade 1
Date: Week 28
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 28, Period 5
Topic: Self-Identity and Family Relations
Sub-topic: Understanding self and family
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Appreciate that they are individuals but part of a family.
Recognize the roles and responsibilities of family members.
Understand friendship and social relationships.
Previous Knowledge
Students already know they belong to a family.
Instructional Materials
Family tree charts.
Pictures of family activities (cooking, farming, playing).
Name tags for role play.
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Teacher asks: “Who are you? What do you like to do?”
Students share their favorite activity with classmates.
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Explanations:
- Self-identity is who we are, including our name, age, likes, dislikes, and talents.
- A family is a group of people related by blood, marriage, or care, who live together and support one another.
- Family members have roles and responsibilities:
- Parents provide food, shelter, and guidance.
- Children help with chores, respect elders, and learn from school.
- Friends are people we like, respect, and play with. They help us learn sharing, kindness, and cooperation.
Demonstrations:
- Teacher draws a simple family tree showing parents, children, and extended family.
- Discuss each member’s role and responsibilities.
Practical Activity:
- Learners role-play as father, mother, child, or friend.
- Act out scenarios such as helping at home, sharing with friends, and greeting family members.
- Discuss how each role contributes to the family and community.
Learners’ Activities (Expanded):
- Introduce themselves to the class: name, age, favorite activity.
- Share their role in their family (e.g., helping with chores, caring for siblings).
- Describe their friends and what they do together.
- Discuss how friendships make them happy and help them learn.
Assessment Checks:
- “What is self-identity?”
- “Name two roles family members play.”
- “Why are friends important?”
- Observe learners during role-play and discussion.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed):
- Every person is unique but also part of a family and community.
- Families give love, care, support, and guidance.
- Friendships teach sharing, cooperation, kindness, and respect.
- Understanding self-identity and family roles helps learners appreciate themselves and others.
Example Questions for Learners:
- “What makes you unique?”
- “Name one responsibility of your mother or father.”
- “Give an example of something you do with your friends.”
Assignment:
- Draw a picture of your family and label each member with their role.
- Write one sentence about what makes you unique.
- Draw a picture of you with your friends and one kind action you do together.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: We are individuals with names and likes, but we belong to families and communities. Family members have different roles, and friends add value to our lives.
Evaluation Method (Expanded):
Exit slip/quiz: Write your name and one role of a family member.
Assignment (Expanded):
Draw your family and label each member.
Follow-up Activity:
Students interview a parent about their family role and report in class.
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Role play for active learners.
Pair work for shy students.
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low