Understanding Art: Meaning, Origin, and Uses Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 9 years
Topic: Meaning, Origin, and Uses of Arts
Sub-topic: Readiness Test, Meaning of Arts, Origin of Arts, Uses of Arts
Duration: 40 minutes

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

1. Explain the meaning of art with examples.
2. Trace the origin of arts.
3. Outline and explain the uses of arts.

Keywords: Art, Origin, Uses, Examples, Creativity

Set Induction: Start with a brief discussion on what the pupils think art is and how they encounter it in their daily lives.

Entry Behaviour: Pupils should be able to recognize basic forms of art like drawings, music, and dance.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Pictures of different art forms (paintings, sculptures, musical instruments, etc.)
• Chart paper and markers
• Art supplies for drawing or crafting

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Connect the lesson to what pupils might already know about art in their environment, such as decorations at home or performances they have seen.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Creativity
• Communication

Learning Materials:

• Art books and images
• Examples of art from different cultures

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• “Introduction to Arts for Primary Schools” by [Author]

Instructional Materials:

• Projector or whiteboard
• Art examples (photos or drawings)

Content:

1. Meaning of Art
   • Art is a way of expressing ideas and feelings through various forms like drawing, painting, and music.
   • Examples: A painting of a landscape, a sculpture of a person, a song performed by a musician.
2. Origin of Art
   • Art has been around for thousands of years, starting with early humans who drew on cave walls.
   • Examples: Cave paintings, ancient sculptures, early pottery.
3. Uses of Art
   • Art can be used for decoration, to express emotions, or to tell stories.
   • Examples: Murals on building walls, costumes in theater, illustrations in books.

Evaluation (Fill-in-the-Blank Questions):

1. Art is a way of ________ ideas and feelings. (a) hiding (b) expressing (c) ignoring (d) forgetting
2. Early art forms include ________ paintings on cave walls. (a) modern (b) abstract (c) ancient (d) digital
3. A sculpture is an example of ________ art. (a) visual (b) written (c) musical (d) dramatic
4. Art can be used for ________ purposes. (a) educational (b) decorative (c) technical (d) legal
5. Early humans created art to ________ their stories. (a) hide (b) tell (c) forget (d) confuse
6. ________ is not a form of art. (a) Painting (b) Dancing (c) Cooking (d) Sculpture
7. Art helps us ________ our feelings and ideas. (a) ignore (b) express (c) hide (d) forget
8. Cave paintings are an example of ________ art. (a) ancient (b) modern (c) digital (d) musical
9. Art can be used to ________ stories. (a) ignore (b) hide (c) tell (d) confuse
10. A mural is a type of ________ art. (a) decorative (b) musical (c) digital (d) technical
11. ________ art forms include music and dance. (a) Visual (b) Literary (c) Performing (d) Static
12. Pottery is an example of ________ art. (a) digital (b) visual (c) musical (d) performing
13. Early art helps us ________ about the past. (a) forget (b) remember (c) ignore (d) confuse
14. Art can be used to ________ a space. (a) decorate (b) demolish (c) destroy (d) hide
15. ________ is a way to show feelings through art. (a) Decoration (b) Expression (c) Hiding (d) Ignoring

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs):

1. What is art?
   Art is a way to show ideas and feelings using different methods like drawing, painting, or music.
2. Where did art first start?
   Art started with early humans who made paintings on cave walls.
3. Why do people make art?
   People make art to express their feelings, tell stories, or decorate spaces.
4. What are some early forms of art?
   Early forms of art include cave paintings, sculptures, and pottery.
5. How is art used today?
   Art is used for decoration, storytelling, and expressing personal emotions.
6. Can art be more than just pictures?
   Yes, art can also be music, dance, and performance.
7. What is a mural?
   A mural is a large painting on a wall or building.
8. How did early humans create art?
   They used natural materials to make paintings and sculptures.
9. What is the purpose of art in decoration?
   Art adds beauty and interest to spaces.
10. Can art tell a story?
    Yes, art can show stories through images or symbols.
11. What is an example of performing art?
    Music and dance are examples of performing arts.
12. How do people express themselves through art?
    They use colors, shapes, and forms to show their thoughts and feelings.
13. Why is art important in history?
    It helps us understand the past and how people lived.
14. What is a sculpture?
    A sculpture is a 3D piece of art made from materials like stone or metal.
15. How has art changed over time?
    Art has evolved with new styles and techniques being developed.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was about basic art forms.
2. Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, explaining the meaning, origin, and uses of art.
3. Step 3: The teacher allows pupils to share their ideas about art and corrects any misunderstandings.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Discuss the meaning, origin, and uses of art.
• Show examples of different art forms.
• Facilitate the class activity discussion.

Learners’ Activities:

• Participate in discussions.
• Provide examples of art they know.
• Complete the fill-in-the-blank questions and short answer questions.

Assessment:

• Observe pupils’ participation in discussions.
• Review their responses to evaluation questions.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is art?
2. Name one early form of art.
3. How does art help us today?
4. What is a mural?
5. Describe the origin of art.
6. How can art be used for decoration?
7. What are some examples of performing arts?
8. How did early humans make art?
9. What is a sculpture?
10. Why is art important for history?

Conclusion: The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides feedback on their understanding of the topic.

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