Introduction to Craft Making Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Art and Craft Lesson Plan

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts

Class: Primary 2

Term: First Term

Week: 10

Age: 7 years

Topic: Introduction to Craft Making

Duration: 60 minutes


Behavioral Objectives

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

  1. Explain what craft is.
  2. Identify different types of crafts (e.g., paper craft, fabric craft, woven craft).
  3. State the uses of crafts in and outside the classroom.
  4. List some materials used in craft making.

Key Words

  • Craft
  • Paper Craft
  • Fabric Craft
  • Woven Craft
  • Materials

Set Induction

  • Begin by showing examples of simple crafts and asking pupils if they have ever made something similar.

Entry Behavior

  • Pupils are familiar with simple crafts from home or school activities.

Learning Resources and Materials

  • Samples of different crafts
  • Pictures of various crafts
  • Craft materials (paper, fabric, yarn, etc.)

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

  • Discuss the crafts they have made or seen before.

Embedded Core Skills

  • Observation
  • Identification
  • Discussion
  • Creativity

Learning Materials

  • Samples of paper crafts, fabric crafts, and woven crafts
  • Pictures showing various crafts and craft materials

Reference Books

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work for Cultural and Creative Arts

Instructional Materials

  • Craft samples
  • Pictures and drawings of crafts
  • Various craft materials for demonstration

Content

  1. Understanding Craft:
    • Craft is a form of art where items are made by hand using various materials.
  2. Types of Crafts:
    • Paper Craft: Craft made using paper (e.g., origami, paper mache).
    • Fabric Craft: Craft made using fabric (e.g., sewing, quilting).
    • Woven Craft: Craft made by weaving materials together (e.g., baskets, mats).
  3. Uses of Crafts:
    • Decorative: Used to beautify homes and classrooms.
    • Functional: Used to create useful items like baskets, bags, and clothes.
    • Educational: Used to teach creativity and fine motor skills.
  4. Materials Used in Craft Making:
    • Paper
    • Fabric
    • Yarn
    • Glue
    • Scissors
    • Paint

Learning Activities

  1. Class Activity:
    • The teacher explains the meaning of craft and shows examples.
  2. Group Activity:
    • Pupils in small groups engage in a gallery walk to identify different types of crafts.
  3. Class Activity:
    • The class brainstorms on the uses of crafts in various contexts.
  4. Individual Activity:
    • Each pupil identifies and lists materials used in craft making.

Presentation

Step 1: Revising the Previous Topic

  • Review the importance of music from the previous lesson.

Step 2: Introducing the New Topic

  • Show examples of different crafts and explain what craft is.

Step 3: Class Contributions

  • Allow pupils to share their experiences with craft making.
  • Guide them in identifying types of crafts and discussing their uses.

Teacher’s Activities

  • Show samples and pictures of various crafts.
  • Explain the different types and uses of crafts.
  • Facilitate brainstorming and group activities.

Learners’ Activities

  • Observe and discuss craft samples.
  • Identify types of crafts during the gallery walk.
  • Brainstorm uses of crafts and list materials used.

Assessment

  1. Evaluation Questions:
    1. What is craft?
    2. Name one type of craft.
    3. What is one use of crafts?
    4. Name a material used in paper craft.
    5. How can crafts be functional?
  2. Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
    1. Craft is a form of ________ made by hand.
    2. ________ craft is made using paper.
    3. Fabric craft involves using ________.
    4. One use of craft is for ________.
    5. A material used in craft making is ________.
  3. Multiple Choice Questions
    1. Which of these is a type of craft?
      • (a) Cooking
      • (b) Paper Craft
      • (c) Running
      • (d) Reading
    2. Fabric craft is made using ________.
      • (a) Paper
      • (b) Fabric
      • (c) Wood
      • (d) Metal
    3. Which of these is a use of craft?
      • (a) Eating
      • (b) Decoration
      • (c) Sleeping
      • (d) Walking
    4. Which material is commonly used in craft making?
      • (a) Yarn
      • (b) Stone
      • (c) Sand
      • (d) Water
    5. Woven craft is often used to make ________.
      • (a) Baskets
      • (b) Books
      • (c) Toys
      • (d) Shoes

Conclusion

  • The teacher goes around to check pupils’ understanding, provides feedback, and corrects where necessary.

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