Traditional Fabrics and Dresses Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 3
Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: 3
Topic: Traditional Fabrics and Dresses
Duration: 40 minutes
Entry Behaviour: Students are expected to recall the previous lesson on basic drawing and coloring.
Key Words: Traditional Fabrics, Dresses, Cultures, Occasions, Heritage
Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Identify traditional fabrics of different Nigerian cultures.
- Appreciate the cultural significance of traditional dresses.
- Describe the occasions where each fabric is worn.
- Understand the importance of preserving cultural heritage.
Embedded Core Skills: Cultural appreciation, Observation, Communication, Critical thinking
Learning Materials: Pictures of traditional dresses, Sample fabrics, Reference books
Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work, Cultural and Creative Arts Textbook Book 3
Content:
- Revision of previous topic: Basic drawing and coloring.
- Introduction to new topic: Traditional fabrics and dresses.
- Explanation of traditional fabrics and their cultural significance.
- Presentation of pictures showing different traditional dresses.
- Discussion on the occasions where each fabric is worn.
- Importance of preserving cultural heritage.
Traditional Fabrics and Dresses:
- Yoruba Culture:
- Traditional Fabric: Aso Oke
- Example: Buba (blouse) and Iro (wrapper)
- Occasions: Weddings, festivals
- Importance: Represents elegance and cultural pride. 🎉
- Hausa Culture:
- Traditional Fabric: Ankara
- Example: Buba (shirt) and Wrapper
- Occasions: Eid celebrations, traditional ceremonies
- Importance: Symbolizes modesty and beauty. 🕌
- Igbo Culture:
- Traditional Fabric: George Wrapper
- Example: Wrapper and Blouse
- Occasions: Igba Nkwu (traditional marriage), cultural festivals
- Importance: Reflects cultural heritage and status. 🎶
- Edo Culture:
- Traditional Fabric: Ewu Oba
- Example: Wrapper and Shawl
- Occasions: Coronation ceremonies, cultural events
- Importance: Represents royalty and tradition. 👑
- Ibibio Culture:
- Traditional Fabric: Akwa Ocha
- Example: Wrapper and Blouse
- Occasions: Marriage ceremonies, cultural festivals
- Importance: Signifies purity and celebration. 🎊
- Tiv Culture:
- Traditional Fabric: Akwa Ankara
- Example: Wrapper and Blouse
- Occasions: Harvest festivals, cultural gatherings
- Importance: Reflects agricultural heritage and community unity. 🌾
- Efik Culture:
- Traditional Fabric: Adire
- Example: Wrapper and Blouse
- Occasions: New Yam festivals, traditional rites
- Importance: Symbolizes cultural identity and pride. 🌿
- Ijaw Culture:
- Traditional Fabric: Akwete
- Example: Wrapper and Blouse
- Occasions: Fishing festivals, community celebrations
- Importance: Represents maritime heritage and unity. ⚓
- Nupe Culture:
- Traditional Fabric: Aso Ofi
- Example: Wrapper and Shirt
- Occasions: Durbar festivals, cultural events
- Importance: Reflects craftsmanship and cultural values. 🎨
- Kanuri Culture:
- Traditional Fabric: Shadda
- Example: Wrapper and Shawl
- Occasions: Cultural ceremonies, traditional dances
- Importance: Symbolizes heritage and resilience. 🌟
Understanding and appreciating traditional fabrics and dresses help us cherish our cultural heritage and identity!
Occasions Where Traditional Fabrics and Dresses are Used:
- Weddings
- Religious rituals
- Festivals
- Folkloric dance performances
- Traditional coronations
- Burial rites
Importance of Traditional Fabrics and Dresses:
- Promotion of cultural heritage
- Fostering peace and unity
- Generating job opportunities in the fashion industry
- Providing income for weavers and designers
- Shaping people’s way of life
- Offering protection for the body
By recognizing and celebrating traditional fabrics and dresses, we honor our cultural diversity and contribute to the preservation of our heritage. 🌍👘
Class Discussions about Traditional Fabrics and Dresses:
- What are traditional fabrics?
- Traditional fabrics are special materials that different cultures use to make their clothes.
- Can you give examples of traditional fabrics in Nigeria?
- Yes! Some examples are Aso Oke, Ankara, and George Wrapper.
- How do traditional dresses reflect cultural heritage?
- Traditional dresses show the history and customs of a particular culture.
- What occasions are traditional dresses worn for?
- They are worn for special events like weddings, festivals, and cultural ceremonies.
- Why is it important to wear traditional dresses?
- Wearing traditional dresses helps us celebrate our culture and show respect for our ancestors.
- What does Aso Oke represent in Yoruba culture?
- Aso Oke represents elegance and cultural pride in Yoruba culture.
- What is Ankara fabric commonly used for in Hausa culture?
- Ankara fabric is commonly used for Eid celebrations and traditional ceremonies in Hausa culture.
- Why do Igbo people wear George Wrapper for Igba Nkwu?
- Igbo people wear George Wrapper for Igba Nkwu to symbolize cultural heritage and status.
- What occasions do Ibibio people wear Akwa Ocha for?
- Ibibio people wear Akwa Ocha for marriage ceremonies and cultural festivals.
- Why is it important to appreciate and respect traditional fabrics and dresses?
- It’s important because they help us preserve our culture and connect with our roots.
Traditional dresses from different ethnic groups:
Yoruba Traditional Fabrics and Dresses:
- Fabrics: Aso Oke and Adire Fabrics
- Men Dresses: Agbada, Buba, and Sokoto with matching cap.
- Women Dresses: Buba and Iro with matching gele.
Igbo Traditional Fabrics and Dresses:
- Fabrics: Akwete and Isi Agu Fabrics
- Men Dresses: Shirt and Wrapper with matching cap.
- Women Dresses: Short wrappers with plenty of beads of different types and styles.
Hausa Traditional Fabrics and Dresses:
- Fabrics: Bura and Saki Fabrics
- Men Dresses: Sleeveless top with a pair of three-quarter shorts.
- Women Dresses: Sleeveless half-top worn over a wrapper.
These traditional dresses are essential components of cultural identity and heritage, representing the unique customs and traditions of each ethnic group in Nigeria. 🇳🇬
Evaluation :
- What are traditional ______? a) Houses
b) Dishes
c) Fabrics
d) Animals - Traditional fabrics are special materials used to make ______. a) Shoes
b) Clothes
c) Toys
d) Books - Traditional dresses reflect a culture’s ______. a) Language
b) Heritage
c) Music
d) Weather - Traditional dresses are worn for special ______. a) Parties
b) Events
c) Games
d) Foods - Aso Oke represents ______ in Yoruba culture. a) Happiness
b) Elegance
c) Sadness
d) Anger - Ankara fabric is commonly used for ______ in Hausa culture. a) Weddings
b) Eid celebrations
c) School
d) Swimming - Igbo people wear George Wrapper for ______. a) Eid celebrations
b) Igba Nkwu
c) Christmas
d) Birthdays - Ibibio people wear Akwa Ocha for ______. a) Picnics
b) Marriage ceremonies
c) Shopping
d) Sleeping - Traditional fabrics help us celebrate our culture and show ______. a) Anger
b) Respect
c) Sadness
d) Fear - It’s important to appreciate and respect traditional fabrics to ______ our culture. a) Preserve
b) Destroy
c) Forget
d) Hide
- Aso Oke:
- Origin: Produced by the Yoruba people.
- Description: Woven fabric.
- Atiku Fabric:
- Origin: Woven by the Yoruba people but widely used across Nigeria.
- Description: Fine textile.
- Adire Fabric:
- Origin: Produced by the Yoruba people of Ibadan, Lagos, Abeokuta, and Osogbo, as well as the Hausa people in Kano and Maiduguri.
- Description: Tie and dye fabric.
- Akwete Fabric:
- Origin: Handwoven by the people of Abia state.
- Description: Handwoven fabric.
- Saki Fabrics:
- Origin: Produced by the people of Niger state.
- Description: Woven fabric with guinea fowl indigo design.
- Bura Fabrics:
- Origin: Produced by the people of Maiduguri.
- Description: Woven fabric commonly used for making wrappers.
- Anger Fabrics:
- Origin: Produced by the Tiv people of Benue State.
- Description: Fabric with black and white stripes.
- Opah/Ojah Fabrics:
- Origin: Produced by the people of Aloago in Nassarawa state, Torba, and Kogi State.
- Description: Fabric produced by specific communities.
Presentation:
- Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic of Singing Tonic Solfas of “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” and Matching Songs, asking students to recall what they learned.
- Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic of traditional fabrics and dresses, explaining the importance of understanding and appreciating different cultures.
- Step 3: Teacher’s Activities:
- Show pictures of traditional dresses from different Nigerian cultures.
- Explain the significance of each fabric and its cultural heritage.
- Discuss the occasions where each fabric is typically worn.
- Learners Activities:
- Look at the pictures of traditional dresses and listen to the teacher’s explanations.
- Ask questions if something is not clear.
- Participate in discussions about the importance of cultural heritage.
- Assessment: Observation of students’ participation in discussions and their understanding of the cultural significance of traditional fabrics and dresses.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is the topic of today’s lesson?
- Can you name one traditional fabric from Yoruba culture?
- Why is it important to understand traditional fabrics and dresses?
- Describe one occasion where Ankara fabric is commonly worn.
- What does Aso Oke represent in Yoruba culture?
- How can we preserve our cultural heritage?
- Name one Embedded Core Skill we are learning today.
- Can you give an example of a traditional dress from Hausa culture?
- What do traditional fabrics and dresses teach us about different cultures?
- Why should we appreciate and respect traditional fabrics and dresses?
Conclusion: The teacher goes around to mark students’ participation and understanding. Further exploration of traditional fabrics and dresses can be encouraged through research or cultural activities.