Objectives:

1. To introduce students to the book “The Drummer Boy” by Cyprian Ekwensi.
2. To help students understand the main idea and themes of the book.
3. To develop students’ reading comprehension skills through a summary discussion.
4. To encourage students to reflect on the importance of following one’s passion and perseverance.

Materials:

1. Copy of the book “The Drummer Boy” by Cyprian Ekwensi
2. Whiteboard or flipchart
3. Markers
4. Chart paper and sticky notes (optional)
5. Projector (optional)

List of Lagos State Recommended Books For Supplementary Reading on Play

Here is a list of suggested literature texts for Primary 5 in Lagos State:

1. “The Drummer Boy” by Cyprian Ekwensi
2. “The Pot of Wisdom” by Chinua Achebe
3. “The Masquerade” by Uche Uwadinachi
4. “The Brave African Boy” by Amos Tutuola
5. “The Talking Palm Tree” by Ken Saro-Wiwa
6. “The Adventures of Akara and Okoro” by Chukwuemeka Ike
7. “The Secret of the Talking Bird” by Buchi Emecheta
8. “The Magic Calabash” by Wale Okediran
9. “The Palmwine Tapper” by Adaora Lily Ulasi
10. “The Little Hunter” by Chinyere Obi-Obasi