Revision Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 5 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 11

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
Class: Primary 5
Term: Second Term
Week: 11
Topic: Revision on Music Notes, Developing Character in a Play, and Acting Basics
Duration: 60 minutes
Entry Behaviour: Students should have a basic understanding of music notes, character development in plays, and acting fundamentals.
Key Words: Music notes, character development, acting, revision
Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

  1. Recall and explain the concepts of music notes and their values.
  2. Understand how to develop a character in a play.
  3. Describe the basics of acting and identify the tools of an actor.
  4. Clap rhythms of various music notes.
  5. Participate actively in the revision session.
    Embedded Core Skills: Listening, creativity, critical thinking, communication
    Learning Materials:
  • Lagos State Scheme of Work
  • Cultural and Creative Arts Textbook Book 5
  • Instructional materials: cardboard, audio device, audio-visual aids

Content:

  1. Revision of Music Notes and Their Values:
    • Recap the different music notes and their durations.
    • Use audio devices and visual aids to reinforce understanding.
    • Discuss examples of music notes and their values.
    • Practice clapping rhythms of different music notes.
  2. Developing Character in a Play:
    • Review the steps involved in developing a character in a play.
    • Discuss the importance of understanding the character’s background, motivations, and relationships.
    • Encourage students to think about how they would approach developing a character for a play.
  3. Basics of Acting:
    • Define acting and the role of an actor.
    • Identify the basic tools of an actor, such as voice, body language, and emotions.
    • Conduct body and voice exercises to warm up and improve expression.
  4. Class Activity Discussion
      1. What are music notes?
        • Music notes are symbols used to represent the pitch and duration of a sound in music.
      2. Can you explain music notes in simple terms?
        • Music notes are like letters in the alphabet. They tell us which sound to play and how long to play it.
      3. What are some examples of music notes?
        • Some examples of music notes are whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, and eighth notes.
      4. How do we know the value of music notes?
        • The value of music notes tells us how long to hold each note while playing or singing. For example, a whole note gets 4 beats, a half note gets 2 beats, and so on.
      5. Why is it important to clap the rhythms of music notes?
        • Clapping the rhythms of music notes helps us understand the timing and flow of a piece of music. It also helps us develop a sense of rhythm.
      6. What does it mean to develop character in a play?
        • Developing character in a play means understanding the personality, motivations, and emotions of the character you are portraying on stage.
      7. How can I develop my part in a play?
        • You can develop your part in a play by studying your character’s background, practicing your lines and movements, and exploring different ways to express your character’s emotions.
      8. What are some basic tools of an actor?
        • Some basic tools of an actor include voice, body language, facial expressions, and improvisation skills.
      9. Why do actors perform body and voice exercises?
        • Actors perform body and voice exercises to improve their physical and vocal abilities, enhance their expressiveness, and warm up before rehearsals or performances.
      10. Who is an actor?
        • An actor is a person who portrays characters in plays, movies, or television shows by speaking, moving, and expressing emotions convincingly.

  5. Revision Test Questions
  1. Music notes represent _______. a) Sounds b) Words c) Colors d) Shapes
  2. Music notes are written on _______ lines and spaces. a) Straight b) Curved c) Dotted d) Both a and b
  3. An example of a music note is _______. a) A b) B c) C d) All of the above
  4. The value of a whole note is equal to _______ beats. a) 1 b) 2 c) 3 d) 4
  5. Clapping the rhythm of music notes helps to understand _______. a) The melody b) The tempo c) The harmony d) The lyrics
  6. Developing character in a play involves understanding the character’s _______. a) Name b) Age c) Background d) Hair color
  7. To develop their part in a play, actors need to _______. a) Memorize lines b) Understand the script c) Practice body language d) All of the above
  8. Basic tools of an actor include _______. a) Voice b) Hammer c) Saw d) Paintbrush
  9. Body and voice exercises help actors to _______. a) Warm up b) Cool down c) Sleep d) Eat
  10. Acting is the art of _______. a) Singing b) Dancing c) Pretending d) Drawing
  11. The meaning of acting is _______. a) Representing a character b) Running fast c) Writing a story d) Building a house
  12. An actor is a person who _______. a) Sings in a choir b) Writes books c) Plays sports d) Performs on stage or in films
  13. One popular Nigerian actor is_______. a) Mr. Bean b) Will Smith c) Johnny Depp d) None of the above
  14. Five popular Nigerian actresses are _______. a) Angelina Jolie b) Beyoncé c) Mercy Johnson d) None of the above
  15. To understand music notes and their values, one must pay attention to _______. a) The color of the paper b) The smell of the ink c) The duration of the notes d) The temperature of the room

Presentation:

  • Step 1: Recap the previous topics on music notes and character development.
  • Step 2: Introduce the concept of acting and its importance in performing arts.
  • Step 3: Engage students in discussions and activities related to character development and acting basics.

Teacher’s Activities:

  • Lead the revision session, providing explanations and examples.
  • Facilitate discussions and encourage student participation.
  • Conduct body and voice exercises to demonstrate acting techniques.

Learners’ Activities:

  • Listen attentively during the revision.
  • Participate actively in discussions and activities.
  • Practice clapping rhythms and engaging in character development exercises.

Assessment:

  • Monitor students’ participation and understanding during discussions and activities.
  • Evaluate students’ ability to clap rhythms accurately.
  • Provide feedback and corrections as necessary.

Evaluation Questions:

  1. What are the different types of music notes and their values?
  2. How do you develop a character in a play?
  3. Name three basic tools of an actor.
  4. Who is an actor, and what is their role?
  5. Can you list three body exercises for actors?
  6. Mention a Nigerian actor and actress you know.
  7. What is the duration of a quarter note?
  8. Describe the process of creating music with solfa notation.
  9. Why is it important for actors to understand their character’s motivations?
  10. How can body language enhance an actor’s performance?

Conclusion:

  • Recap key points covered during the lesson.
  • Provide feedback on students’ performance and address any misconceptions.
  • Assign homework or additional practice exercises if necessary.