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About Basic 4 Lesson Notes

These are the Basic 4 lesson notes for all three terms: 157 in First Term, 134 in Second Term and 120 in Third Term. Igbo has the most, at 39 notes, and History has the fewest, at 14. Each note covers one topic, in teaching order, and ends with evaluation questions and an assignment.

Recommended Basic 4 textbooks

62 recommended textbooks for 17 subjects. The line under each title shows which list recommends it.

Agricultural Science3 books
NameAuthorPublisher
Prevocational StudiesFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026A.A Adebisi,O.O Sofolahan Et’alLearn Africa
Basic Agricultural for Primary SchoolsAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)E.J. Usua et alLearn Africa
Intensive Pre-Vocational StudiesAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)Chiedozie C.L., Ihetu B.A.Noble Resources Ltd
Basic Science5 books
NameAuthorPublisher
The Ideal Tutor Basic Science and Technology for Primary Schools Book 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Abiodun Deborah Yetunde et alIbzar Publishing Company Limited.
TANUS Basic Science and Technology for Primary Schools Book 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Anakor V. C.TANUS BOOKS LTD
GVAS Basic Science and TechnologyFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: First published 2026Joshua O. Adewale Echeng E. Mboto et’al.GVAS (Global Virtual Academy System Ltd)
Basic Science and Technology Book 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: First Published 2015, Reprinted 2022, 2023 Revised 2019, Revised 2026Obinna Uche, Yemisi Omikunle, Audu Ibrahim, Lawal SaheedAccessible Publisher Limited
Eduwaves Basic Science for Pry schoolFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: First edition 2026Moyinoluwa Olwasegun, Adedeji Peters etalEduwaves Publishers Limited
Basic Technology5 books
NameAuthorPublisher
The Ideal Tutor Basic Science and Technology for Primary Schools Book 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Abiodun Deborah Yetunde et alIbzar Publishing Company Limited.
TANUS Basic Science and Technology for Primary Schools Book 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Anakor V. C.TANUS BOOKS LTD
GVAS Basic Science and TechnologyFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: First published 2026Joshua O. Adewale Echeng E. Mboto et’al.GVAS (Global Virtual Academy System Ltd)
Basic Science and Technology Book 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: First Published 2015, Reprinted 2022, 2023 Revised 2019, Revised 2026Obinna Uche, Yemisi Omikunle, Audu Ibrahim, Lawal SaheedAccessible Publisher Limited
Eduwaves Basic Science for Pry schoolFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: First edition 2026Moyinoluwa Olwasegun, Adedeji Peters etalEduwaves Publishers Limited
Christian Religious Studies4 books
NameAuthorPublisher
Christian Religious Studies for Primary SchoolsFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026P. Oladapo et’al.Learn Africa
Basic Christian Religious Knowledge for Primary SchoolsAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)H. Ishola, P.O. Oladipo et alLearn Africa
New Age Christian Religious Studies for Primary SchoolsAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)Ezeugo T., Ify C. Okonkwo et alNew Age Press (NAP)
Ultimate Christian Religious StudiesAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)Umegbolu Chris, Amuche TinaVintex-N Publishers
Civic Education5 books
NameAuthorPublisher
Social and Citizenship Studies for Primary SchoolsFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026J. A. Adeyanju et alLearn Africa Plc.
Edwaves Social and Citizenship Studies for Primary SchoolsFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Glory Bruce and Shalom Ita-AsuquoEduwaves Publishers Limited
Social and Citizenship Studies for Primary 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Dr. Ukaegbu, Mercy N., Dr Ademola. O et al.Meybiks. Nigeria. Publishers
Tanus Social and Citizenship StudiesFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Ajayi AbimbolaTanus Books Limited
Meybiks Social and Citizenship Studies for Primary Schools Basic 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026MEYBIKS Nigeria Publishers Ltd.
Cultural & Creative Arts4 books
NameAuthorPublisher
Cultural and Creative ArtsAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education); FG – NERDC (Federal Ministry of Education)Abubakar Umar et alExtension Publication
Cultural and Creative Arts for Primary SchoolsAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)A.K. Badaru et alLearn Africa
New Basic Cultural and Creative Arts for Primary SchoolsAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)Dr Udechukwu Mark Anthony et alMeybikes Nig Publishers
Basic Creative and Cultural Arts Book 5School booklist – Noble Foundation School, Ibadan (private)Kolade SalamiRasmed
English Studies5 books
NameAuthorPublisher
New Excellence in EnglishFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2025A.O. Oluboyo & T. OdusesoCambridge University Press
Nigeria Primary English (5th Edition)FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: First Edition 2000, Second Edition 2008, Third Edition 2015, Fourth Edition 2019, Fifth Edition 2026F. Ademola-Adeoye, J. Omiteru, N. Hawkes, Q. Adam, J. Amodu, B. et alLearn Africa Plc
NEW SMART ENGLISHFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2025O. Bolaji, N. R. Chinye, O. O. Olufemi, O. Olusegun & O. OluyoleCAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS
Tanus New Basic English Studies for Primary SchoolsFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: First Published 2012, Revised Edition 2015, 2022, 2026Henry Hunjo, Aliu Kayode Oseni, Deborah Andre, Muhammed A. Lawal et alTanus Books Limited
Marvelous English Studies for Primary Schools Book 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Mercy Ibukunoluwa A.Marvelous Mike Press Limited.
Hausa1 book
NameAuthorPublisher
Darussan Hausa Don Makarantun FiramareFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Almustapha Wali Sambo & Yahaya AbbasYaliam Press Ltd
History5 books
NameAuthorPublisher
Nigerian HistoryFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Jibrin, H.A., Onoja, I., Oyebiyi, O. & Udeagbala. P.N.Learn Africa PLC
Revised Nigerian History for Primary School 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026J. Hussin, C.C. John, A. Yusuf; T. JamesYaliam Publishers
New Smart History for Primary Schools 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2025Aloo Akinkumi et alCambridge University Press
Nigerian History For Primary Schools PupilsFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Oluwasegun OlorunfemiMarvelous Mike Press
Extension Modern Nigerian History for Primary Schools Book 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Adetola O.A. et al.Extension Publications Limited
Home Economics3 books
NameAuthorPublisher
Prevocational StudiesFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026A.A Adebisi,O.O Sofolahan Et’alLearn Africa
Intensive Pre-Vocational StudiesAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)Chiedozie C.L., Ihetu B.A.Noble Resources Ltd
Comprehensive Home Economics for Primary Schools 5School booklist – Noble Foundation School, Ibadan (private)Ogunjinmi et alLiteramed
Igbo3 books
NameAuthorPublisher
Igbo Zuru Oke na ArumaruAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)Okechukwu Muodum et alPacific Publishers
Omaricha IgboAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)Chinelo Ifezuluike et alFermacel Publishers
Igbo OhuuAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)Okeke ChikaJerry Edumail Publications
Islamic Studies1 book
NameAuthorPublisher
Rope of Allah Book 5School booklist – Noble Foundation School, Ibadan (private)S.H.A. Malik et alUniversity Press PLC
Mathematics5 books
NameAuthorPublisher
Reddot Complete Primary Mathematics.FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Dr. Rasheed I. Sanni and Dr. F.O. Balogun.Reddot Arfica Educational Services.
Eduwaves Mathematics for Primary Schools 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: First Published 2022, Revised Edition 2023, Reprinted 2024,2025, 2026Mbe Nja, Akpan Glory et alEduwaves Publishers Limited
STANPLACE Mathematics For Primary Schools Book 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Donatus Igbokwe et alStanplace Limited
Marvelous Mathematics For Primary SchoolsFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Machaah FiyinfoluwaMarvelous Mike Press Limited
A simplified approach to Mathematics for Primary Schools Book 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Ofura P.A. et alJ.B. Publishers Enterprises.
Nigerian History5 books
NameAuthorPublisher
Nigerian HistoryFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Jibrin, H.A., Onoja, I., Oyebiyi, O. & Udeagbala. P.N.Learn Africa PLC
Revised Nigerian History for Primary School 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026J. Hussin, C.C. John, A. Yusuf; T. JamesYaliam Publishers
New Smart History for Primary Schools 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2025Aloo Akinkumi et alCambridge University Press
Nigerian History For Primary Schools PupilsFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Oluwasegun OlorunfemiMarvelous Mike Press
Extension Modern Nigerian History for Primary Schools Book 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Adetola O.A. et al.Extension Publications Limited
Physical & Health Education2 books
NameAuthorPublisher
Fitness and FunAnambra State Govt (Ministry of Education)Ayegbusi A. et alLearn Africa
Primary Health Education Book 5School booklist – Noble Foundation School, Ibadan (private)Ori-Aifo et alEvans
Social Studies5 books
NameAuthorPublisher
Social and Citizenship Studies for Primary SchoolsFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026J. A. Adeyanju et alLearn Africa Plc.
Edwaves Social and Citizenship Studies for Primary SchoolsFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Glory Bruce and Shalom Ita-AsuquoEduwaves Publishers Limited
Social and Citizenship Studies for Primary 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Dr. Ukaegbu, Mercy N., Dr Ademola. O et al.Meybiks. Nigeria. Publishers
Tanus Social and Citizenship StudiesFG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026Ajayi AbimbolaTanus Books Limited
Meybiks Social and Citizenship Studies for Primary Schools Basic 4FG NERDC approved list, 2026 to 2028Edition: 2026MEYBIKS Nigeria Publishers Ltd.
Yoruba1 book
NameAuthorPublisher
Alawiye Iwe KarunSchool booklist – Noble Foundation School, Ibadan (private)J.F. OdunjoLongman
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Questions teachers ask about Basic 4 lesson notes

How many Basic 4 lesson notes are there?

There are 411 notes across 18 subjects and three terms: 157 in First Term, 134 in Second Term and 120 in Third Term. When a new note is published, these numbers update on their own.

Which Basic 4 subjects are covered?

Agricultural Science, Basic Science, Basic Technology, Christian Religious Studies, Civic Education, Cultural & Creative Arts, English Studies, Hausa, History, Home Economics, Igbo, Islamic Studies, Mathematics, Nigerian History, Physical & Health Education, Security Education, Social Studies and Yoruba.

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Every note has behavioural objectives, the lesson content in short sections, evaluation questions and an assignment.

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