TRADITIONAL DRESSES AND THEIR IMPORTANCE

Cultural and Creative Arts – Primary 3 – Second Term – Week 6

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts

Class: Primary 3

Term: Second Term

Week: 6

Age: 7 – 8 years

Duration: 40 Minutes

Topic: Traditional Dresses and Their Importance

Sub-topic: Different Traditional Dresses and Their Uses

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. Define traditional dresses.
2. Identify different types of traditional dresses in Nigeria.
3. Explain the importance of traditional dresses.
4. Describe occasions where traditional dresses are worn.

Keywords: Traditional, dresses, culture, attire, importance

Set Induction:

The teacher shows pictures or samples of different traditional dresses and asks pupils to describe them.

Entry Behavior:

Pupils have seen traditional clothes worn during cultural festivals, weddings, and special occasions.

Learning Resources and Materials:

1. Pictures of different traditional dresses
2. Samples of real traditional attires
3. Videos or illustrations of cultural festivals

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Pupils have learned about traditional fabrics in previous lessons.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Cultural awareness
• Observation skills
• Communication

Learning Materials:

• Printed charts showing different traditional outfits
• Textbooks with pictures of cultural attires

Reference Books:

Lagos State Scheme of Work, Cultural and Creative Arts Textbook for Primary 3

Instructional Materials:

• Traditional clothing samples
• A mannequin or pictures for demonstration

Content:

A. Meaning of Traditional Dresses

Traditional dresses are special clothes worn by people of different ethnic groups to represent their culture.

B. Types of Traditional Dresses in Nigeria

Nigeria has over 250 ethnic groups, each with unique clothing styles. Some common traditional dresses include:

1. Yoruba:
   • Men wear Agbada and Buba with Sokoto.
   • Women wear Iro (wrapper), Buba (blouse), and Gele (head tie).
2. Igbo:
   • Men wear Isiagu (embroidered top) with George wrapper or trousers.
   • Women wear George wrapper, blouse, and head tie.
3. Hausa/Fulani:
   • Men wear Babban Riga (long flowing gown) with cap.
   • Women wear Zani (wrapper) with blouse and headscarf.
4. Efik/Ibibio:
   • Men wear white shirts with long wrappers and caps.
   • Women wear Onyo (corset dress) with beads and headpieces.
5. Tiv:
   • Both men and women wear black and white striped fabric (A’nger).

C. Importance of Traditional Dresses

1. Represents Cultural Identity: Traditional attires show where a person comes from.
2. Used for Special Occasions: Worn during weddings, festivals, and naming ceremonies.
3. Shows Respect and Honor: Wearing traditional attire shows respect for elders and customs.
4. Symbolizes Heritage: Helps preserve the history and traditions of different tribes.
5. Encourages Unity and Pride: Traditional clothes remind people of their shared heritage and values.

D. Occasions Where Traditional Dresses Are Worn

1. Cultural Festivals (e.g., Eyo Festival, Argungu Festival, New Yam Festival).
2. Weddings and Naming Ceremonies.
3. Chieftaincy Titles and Coronations.
4. Religious and Traditional Celebrations.

Evaluation (Fill in the Blanks with Options):

1. Traditional dresses represent a person’s __. (a) Education (b) Culture (c) House (d) Age
2. __ people wear Agbada and Buba. (a) Hausa (b) Yoruba (c) Igbo (d) Efik
3. The __ wear black and white striped fabric. (a) Tiv (b) Igbo (c) Yoruba (d) Hausa
4. Traditional clothes are mostly worn during __. (a) School days (b) Cultural events (c) Sleeping time (d) Sports activities
5. __ is the head tie worn by Yoruba women. (a) Isiagu (b) Agbada (c) Gele (d) A’nger

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs)

1. What are traditional dresses?
   • Traditional dresses are special clothes worn by people of different ethnic groups.
2. Why are traditional dresses important?
   • They represent culture, show respect, and are worn during special events.
3. What is the Yoruba men’s traditional attire called?
   • Agbada and Buba with Sokoto.
4. Where do people wear traditional dresses?
   • During weddings, cultural festivals, and religious celebrations.
5. Which tribe wears the black and white striped fabric?
   • The Tiv people.

Presentation Steps:

1. The teacher explains the meaning of traditional dresses.
2. The teacher shows pictures and real samples of traditional clothes.
3. Pupils identify different traditional dresses from pictures and descriptions.
4. Pupils discuss why traditional attire is important.

Teacher’s and Learners’ Activities:

• Teacher: Demonstrates and explains different attires and their uses.
• Learners: Identify traditional clothes, discuss their importance, and share personal experiences.

Assessment (Short-Answer Questions):

1. What is a traditional dress?
2. Name two types of traditional attires in Nigeria.
3. Why do people wear traditional clothes?
4. Name two events where traditional clothes are worn.
5. What is the Igbo men’s traditional top called?

Conclusion:

The teacher marks the pupils’ answers, provides feedback, and encourages them to wear their traditional attire with pride.

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