Basic Social Studies Book 1

This second edition has been completely revised to fully satisfy the requirements of the Social Studies and Security Education components of the new Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) curriculum for Religion and National Values for primary schools. Each course book fully reflects the contents of the new curriculum which is organized around themes, thus permitting the infusion and integration of emerging global issues on family life, environment, conflict and cooperation, drug abuse, gender equality, personal hygiene and safety. Features Full coverage of the reviewed 9-year Basic Education Curriculum to equip pupils with the right tools to prepare adequately for school and public examinations. Simple, clear language and straightforward style of presentation to make it easy for pupils to understand the subject. Realistic examples drawn from pupils’ everyday life and experience. Very attractive and colourful illustrations/pictures to elicit and sustain pupils’ interest in the subject. Revision questions(essay and multiple-choice)to aid continuous assessment during studies