Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 2 History. In our previous lesson, we learned about Religion – Indigenous People Of The State V. Today, we’re going to learn about Indigenous People Of The State.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to: * Identify artifacts with their names.
Indigenous People Of The State
What are Historical Artefacts?
Historical artifacts are special objects or items that were made by people long, long ago. These things help us learn about how people used to live, what they made, and what was important to them in the past. Historical artifacts can be really old and are like special treasures from a long time ago.
Examples of Historical Artefacts
Some of the historical artifacts that show Nigeria’s heritage include:
- Nok Terracottas: Ancient clay figures with big eyes, made over 2,000 years ago in Nigeria.
- Igbo-Ukwu Bronzes: Shiny metal artworks from Nigeria, showing how skilled ancient people were at making pots and jewelry.
- Benin Bronzes: Metal plaques and sculptures that once decorated a king’s palace in Nigeria, telling stories of their history.
- Ife Terracottas and Bronzes: Realistic-looking people made out of clay and metal from Ife, Nigeria, created between 800 and 500 years ago.
- Owo Terracottas: Unique clay artworks from Owo, Nigeria, influenced by Ife but with their own style.
- Esie Soapstone Figures: Over a thousand stone statues found in Esie, Nigeria, the largest collection of such carvings in Africa.
- Tsoede Bronzes: Large, detailed sculptures made by the Nupe people in Nigeria, showing their artistry.
- Dufuna Canoe: The oldest boat discovered in Nigeria, made from a single tree trunk about 8,000 years ago.
- Queen Idia Mask: A beautiful ivory mask of the Benin Empire’s queen mother from Nigeria, symbolizing power and beauty.
Each of these treasures offers a glimpse into Nigeria’s rich history and cultural achievements, celebrating the creativity and ingenuity of its people through the ages.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about Indigenous People Of The State, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- What are some historical artifacts we discussed in class?
- Why is it important to know about these artifacts?
- Can you describe one historical artifact and tell us what it tells us about the people who made it?
- What are some ways we can preserve historical artifacts?
- Why do you think it’s important to learn about the history of our country?
Conclusion
We learned about the importance of historical artifacts and how they help us understand the past. Remember, these artifacts are valuable pieces of our heritage, and we should do our best to preserve them for future generations. Don’t forget to check the comments section if you have any questions, and use the navigation to move to the next lesson. See you in the next lesson!
