TABLE OF CONTENT
About Us..................................................................................Page 3
Chapter One
About JSS1 Scheme of Work.....................................................Page 5
Chapter Two
Syllabus...................................................................................Page 6
Chapter Three
Recommended Textbooks.......................................................Page 18
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About JSS1 Scheme of Work
The Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1) Unified Scheme of Work in Nigeria serves as a
comprehensive guideline for educators to plan and execute teaching activities
throughout the academic year. The new scheme is driven by technology and has
equally enhanced the active participation of learners, improving standards in
schools across the state and tilting the students to internationally acceptable learn-
ing standards.
JSS1 is a class where learners start adjusting to life after primary education, and
the difference between basic and secondary education learning methods. Tutors
need to take note of this and be quick to identify learners who are struggling to ad-
just.
In 2023, the state governments unveiled the reviewed unified scheme of work, mo-
bile learning devices, and e-books for secondary school students, designed to make
learning more engaging and student-centred. The scheme of work is aimed at help-
ing the teachers develop lesson plans and notes that will reflect 21st-century learn-
ing, enabling students to study and research on their own. It is also aimed at en-
hancing the quality of education and ensuring consistency in teaching and learning
across schools in the state.
The unified scheme of work contains syllabi of various subjects required for the Ba-
sic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). It also contains lesson plans, assess-
ment methods, and teaching methodologies which are strategic for effective teach-
ing and learning.
Introduction
Literature in English studies for JSS1 introduces pupils to the world of English liter-
ature, covering a variety of literary forms such as prose, poetry, and drama. Study-
ing Literature in English helps students cultivate critical thinking abilities, refine
language skills, and gain insights into diverse cultures, societies, and human experi-
ences.
In JSS1, Literature in English teaches students basic literary analysis techniques, in-
cluding recognising literary devices like metaphor, and simile. It also explores a
range of literary genres such as short stories, folktales, and myths.
By studying Literature in English, students enhance their comprehension skills and
develop an appreciation for the art.
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Scheme of Work
First Term
LAGOS STATE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION: UNIFIED SCHEMES OF WORK
FOR JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL
Literature in English Scheme of Work for Junior Secondary School 1
(JSS1)
Class J.S.S.1
Subject Literature in English
Term First Term
Week Topic Breakdown
1 The meaning, history, and
functions of Literature.
2 Types of Literature. i. Oral Literature.
ii. Written Literature.
3 i. Types of Oral Literature.
ii. Categories of Written Literature.
4 The genres of Literature. i. Prose
ii. Drama
iii. Poetry
5 Genre of Literature: Prose. i. Features
ii. Types
iii. Elements
iv. Other aspects of Prose.
6 Genre of Literature: Drama. i. Features
ii. Types
iii. Terms used in Drama
7 Genre of Literature: Poetry. i. Features
ii. Types
iii. Elements
8 Poetic Devices.
9 Figures of Speech.
10 Figures of Speech.
11 Revision.
12 Examination.
Second Term
Term Second Term
Week Topic Breakdown
1 Literary Appreciation How to Appreciate a Literary Work.
2 Reading: Drama Reading of the drama text(s) for the
3 term.
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5 i. Background of the dramatist(s) of the
read drama text(s).
ii. Background and Setting of the drama
text(s).
iii. Plot Summary.
iv. Themes.
6 Reading: Prose Reading of the novel(s) for the term.
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9 i. Background of the novelist(s) of the
read novel(s).
ii. Background and Setting of the novel
(s).
iii. Plot Summary.
iv. Themes.
10 Poetry: Analysis of Poems for i. Background/Thematic Preoccupation.
11 the term. ii. Setting.
iii. Poetic Devices.
11 -12 Revision/Examination
Third Term
Term Third Term
Week Topic Breakdown
1 Revision/Resumption Test
2 Types of drama i. Tragedy
ii. Comedy
iii. Tragicomedy
3 Features of drama i. Theme
ii. Stage
iii. Costume
4 Features of drama (contd) i. Play director
ii. Audience
iii. Performance
5 Reading and explanation of a
drama text.
6 Definition of Figures of
speech
7 Use of comparison Simile and Metaphor.
8 Literary appreciation of a
poem
9 Poetry i. Definition
ii. Types
iii. Features
iv. Analysis of a poem
10 Emphasis on using elevated
language for writing poems to
differentiate it from Prose
Literature.
11 Revision
12 -13 Examination
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Recommended Textbooks
The following are the recommended Literature in English textbooks
for JSS1.
PROSE
Neighbourhood Kids – Inno Ejike
The Spanner Boy – J.C. Ihejirika
Two sides of a coin – Charity Chinoso Iheanacho
Angel in Distress – Joyce Unegbu
Nkechi the Heroine – Camillus Chima U.
DRAMA
The Price of Evil Deed – Onyinye Matilda Onyemaechi
The Fate of an Orphan – Chidimma Blessing Mmadueke
The Ugly Ones Refuse to Die – Habib Takoab
Oluchi’s Pride – Charles Uche
Red Loyalty – Chioma Eze
POETRY
Poems for JSS – Niyi Osundare.
Dawn of a New Day – Benedicta Naomi Mbanuzue.
Chants for Tomorrow – N.F.A. Oparaji
A Tale of Thoughts – Uchecukwu Onwu.
Colony of Rags and Other Poems – Inya Richard.
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