SS1 First Term Geography Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Senior Secondary School 1 (SS1) First Term Geography Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to Geography
Lesson Note: Understanding the scope and importance of geography.
Scheme of Work: Basics of physical and human geography.
Activities: Class discussions, introduction to key geographical terms.
Week 2: Earth’s Structure and Composition
Lesson Note: Exploring the layers of the Earth.
Scheme of Work: Study of the Earth’s crust, mantle, and core.
Activities: Model-making, identification of Earth’s layers.
Week 3: Maps and Map Reading
Lesson Note: Introduction to maps and their types.
Scheme of Work: Interpretation of topographic maps.
Activities: Map reading exercises, group map analysis.
Week 4: Weather and Climate
Lesson Note: Differentiating between weather and climate.
Scheme of Work: Factors influencing weather and climate.
Activities: Weather observation, climate zone mapping.
Week 5: Introduction to Physical Geography
Lesson Note: Overview of physical geography.
Scheme of Work: Focus on landforms, water bodies, and natural resources.
Activities: Field trip to observe local physical features.
Week 6: Human Geography
Lesson Note: Understanding human geography and its significance.
Scheme of Work: Population distribution, migration, and settlements.
Activities: Case studies on population dynamics.
Week 7: Environmental Issues
Lesson Note: Identifying and addressing environmental problems.
Scheme of Work: Pollution, deforestation, and conservation.
Activities: Group projects on environmental solutions.
Week 8: Economic Activities
Lesson Note: Exploring primary, secondary, and tertiary economic activities.
Scheme of Work: Agriculture, industry, and services.
Activities: Class debate on economic development strategies.
Week 9: Agriculture and Land Use
Lesson Note: Types of agriculture and land use patterns.
Scheme of Work: Agricultural practices and their impact on the environment.
Activities: Farm visit, discussion on sustainable agriculture.
Week 10: Urbanization
Lesson Note: Understanding urban growth and its challenges.
Scheme of Work: Characteristics of urban areas and urbanization trends.
Activities: Urban planning simulation, case studies on cities.
Week 11: Revision Week
Lesson Note: Reviewing key concepts and topics covered.
Scheme of Work: Comprehensive revision sessions.
Activities: Quiz competitions, peer teaching.
Week 12: Examination Week
Lesson Note: Preparing for and conducting the final examination.
Scheme of Work: Exam-oriented revision and practice.
Activities: Mock exams, final preparation discussions.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Lesson Note: Wrapping up the term and summarizing key learnings.
Scheme of Work: Reflection on the term’s content.
Activities: Term project presentations, awards ceremony, and farewell messages.
