Designing Patterns Using Basic Shapes Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 2 and 3

Comprehensive Lesson Plan: Designing Patterns Using Basic Shapes

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts

Class: Primary 2

Term: Second Term

Week: 2 and 3

Age: 7 – 8 years

Topic: Designing Patterns Using Basic Shapes

Sub-topic: Drawing and Arranging Shapes to Create Patterns

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Identify basic shapes such as circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles.
2. Explain the meaning of patterns.
3. Create simple patterns using basic shapes.
4. Arrange shapes in a repeated order to form a design.

Keywords

• Patterns
• Basic Shapes
• Design
• Arrange
• Repeat

Set Induction

The teacher will show pupils a colorful fabric with repeated patterns and ask:

• “What do you see on this fabric?”
• “Can you name some of these shapes?”

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have learned about basic shapes (circle, square, triangle, rectangle) in their Mathematics class.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Flashcards with shapes
• Printed designs of patterns
• Markers
• Crayons
• Drawing paper

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher will remind pupils of the shapes they learned in Mathematics and how these shapes can be used creatively to make patterns.

Embedded Core Skills

• Creativity
• Observation
• Fine motor skills
• Pattern recognition

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 2
• Cultural and Creative Arts Textbook for Primary Schools

Instructional Materials

• Drawing tools (pencil, crayons, erasers)
• Cut-out shapes in different colors
• Examples of patterns on clothes, walls, and books

Content

Definition and Explanation

1. Patterns: A pattern is a repeated arrangement of shapes, colors, or designs.
2. Basic Shapes: These include simple shapes like circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles.
3. Designing Patterns: This involves arranging shapes in a repeated order to create an interesting design.
4. Repetition in Patterns: Patterns are made by repeating shapes or colors in a specific way.
5. Examples of Patterns: Patterns can be seen on fabrics, tiles, wallpapers, and gift wraps.

Examples of Patterns Using Basic Shapes

1. A row of triangles pointing upward and downward alternately.
2. Squares and circles arranged side by side in repeated order.
3. A zigzag pattern made of connected triangles.
4. Rectangles and circles arranged in a checkerboard style.
5. A flower shape repeated in rows.

Designing Patterns of basic shapes Evaluation

10 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. A repeated arrangement of shapes is called a ______.
   • a) Pattern
   • b) Drawing
   • c) Shape
   • d) Line
2. A ______ is a basic shape.
   • a) Circle
   • b) Animal
   • c) House
   • d) Plant
3. Patterns can be seen on ______.
   • a) Fabrics
   • b) Sand
   • c) Roads
   • d) Water
4. ______ shapes are used to make patterns.
   • a) Basic
   • b) Complex
   • c) Irregular
   • d) Random
5. A pattern made of circles and squares is ______.
   • a) Simple
   • b) Strange
   • c) Complex
   • d) Irregular
6. Repetition is important in creating ______.
   • a) Patterns
   • b) Noise
   • c) Shadows
   • d) Mistakes
7. ______ is a square shape.
   • a) Box
   • b) Circle
   • c) Line
   • d) Ball
8. Patterns can also use ______.
   • a) Colors
   • b) Sounds
   • c) Numbers
   • d) All of the above
9. A triangle has ______ sides.
   • a) Three
   • b) Four
   • c) Five
   • d) Six
10. ______ patterns are fun to create.
    • a) Repeated
    • b) Scattered
    • c) Hidden
    • d) Invisible

Class Activity Discussion: Designing Patterns of basic shapes

1. What is a pattern?
   • A repeated arrangement of shapes or colors.
2. What are basic shapes?
   • Shapes like circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles.
3. Why are patterns important?
   • Patterns make designs look beautiful.
4. Can colors be used in patterns?
   • Yes, colors make patterns attractive.
5. Where do we see patterns?
   • On fabrics, walls, and tiles.
6. What shape is used in a zigzag pattern?
   • Triangles.
7. How many sides does a rectangle have?
   • Four.
8. What happens if you don’t repeat shapes?
   • The design will not form a pattern.
9. What tools can we use to draw patterns?
   • Pencils, crayons, and markers.
10. Can we make patterns with paper cut-outs?
    • Yes, it is possible.

Presentation

1. Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic: “Drawing Simple Shapes.”
2. Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic using fabric designs and explains patterns.
3. Step 3: Pupils share examples of patterns they have seen. The teacher corrects and guides contributions.

Teacher’s Activities

• Show examples of patterns.
• Demonstrate how to arrange shapes to create patterns.
• Provide paper and crayons for pupils to practice.

Learners’ Activities

• Observe the teacher’s demonstration.
• Identify shapes on the fabric.
• Create their own patterns.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is a pattern?
2. Name three basic shapes.
3. How many sides does a triangle have?
4. Where can we see patterns?
5. What is the importance of repetition in patterns?
6. What shape is used in a checkerboard pattern?
7. How many sides does a rectangle have?
8. Name a tool used for drawing patterns.
9. What happens when you repeat shapes in order?
10. Can we use colors in patterns?

Conclusion

The teacher goes around the class, marks the patterns created by pupils, and provides constructive feedback.

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