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PRIMARY 6: SOCIAL STUDIES – SECOND TERM | WEEK 6

Updated February 9, 2026Primary 6, Second Term, Social Studies

TOPIC: GROUP CONFLICT AND COOPERATION

A: TEACHING AND LEARNING MATERIALS

  1. Pictures showing disagreement.
  2. Pictures showing teamwork.
  3. Peace posters.
  4. Role-play cards.
  5. Flashcards.

B: REFERENCE MATERIALS

  1. Scheme of work.
  2. Recommended Social Studies textbook for Primary 6.
  3. Online educational resources.

C: PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE

The pupils have learnt about cooperation, tolerance and peaceful relationships in families and communities.

D: PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  1. Explain group conflict.
  2. Mention causes of group conflict.
  3. Explain cooperation.
  4. State the importance of cooperation.
  5. State effects of unresolved conflict.
  6. Mention peaceful methods of resolving conflict.

E: CONTENT

Meaning of a Group

A group is a number of people who come together for a common purpose. Examples include:

  1. Family.
  2. School club.
  3. Community association.
  4. Sports team.

Meaning of Conflict

Conflict is a serious disagreement between people or groups.

Causes of Group Conflict

  1. Misunderstanding.
  2. Poor communication.
  3. Competition.
  4. Jealousy.
  5. Disrespect.
  6. Unfair treatment.
  7. Differences in opinions.

Meaning of Cooperation

Cooperation means working together peacefully to achieve a common goal. 🤝 Cooperation helps people succeed.

Importance of Cooperation

It:

  1. Promotes unity.
  2. Makes work easier.
  3. Encourages friendship.
  4. Reduces conflict.
  5. Helps groups achieve goals.

Effects of Unresolved Conflict

It may lead to:

  1. Fighting.
  2. Hatred.
  3. Destruction.
  4. Division.
  5. Fear.
  6. Loss of property.

Peaceful Conflict Resolution

Conflict can be resolved through:

  1. Dialogue.
  2. Negotiation.
  3. Mediation.
  4. Apology.
  5. Forgiveness.
  6. Respect for rules.

F: LESSON PRESENTATION

F1: Teachers’ Activities

  1. Explains groups and conflict.
  2. Discusses causes of conflict.
  3. Explains cooperation.
  4. Gives examples.
  5. Demonstrates peaceful conflict resolution.
  6. Organises a short role-play.

F2: Pupils’ Activities

  1. Mention examples of groups.
  2. State causes of conflict.
  3. Define cooperation.
  4. Participate in role-play.
  5. Suggest peaceful solutions.
  6. Answer questions.

G: CONCLUSION

The teacher explains that disagreements should be settled peacefully through dialogue, respect and cooperation.

H: EVALUATION GUIDE

Pupils should be able to answer the following questions:

  1. What is a group?
  2. What is conflict?
  3. Mention four causes of group conflict.
  4. What is cooperation?
  5. State three benefits of cooperation.
  6. Mention four peaceful ways of resolving conflict.