Mastering Life Drawing in Primary 6 Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes

Week 1: Introduction to Life Drawing

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
Class: Primary 6
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 10-11 years
Topic: Introduction to Life Drawing
Sub-topic: Readiness Test for Life Drawing
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Appraise life drawing.
2. Identify different parts of the body.
3. Sketch a full human figure.

Keywords

• Life drawing
• Sketch
• Human figure
• Body parts

Set Induction

Begin by showing pupils a picture or a simple life drawing of a human figure. Ask them to identify the different parts of the body in the drawing and discuss what life drawing is.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have seen pictures or illustrations of humans and other objects, and they are aware of the parts of their bodies.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Large charts or images of human figures
• Pencils
• Drawing paper
• Erasers

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Ask pupils to name the different parts of their bodies and how they are drawn in images or pictures they’ve seen.

Embedded Core Skills

• Creativity
• Observation
• Artistic skills
• Fine motor skills

Learning Materials

• Life drawing samples
• Human figure posters
• Simple sketches

Reference

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Cultural and Creative Arts Textbook for Primary Schools

Content

1. What is Life Drawing?
   Life drawing is the art of drawing people or human figures. It involves sketching the human body in different poses.
2. Parts of the Body
   • Head
   • Neck
   • Shoulders
   • Arms
   • Torso
   • Legs
   • Hands
   • Feet
3. Steps for Life Drawing
   • Start with a light sketch of the head and torso.
   • Add the arms and legs.
   • Sketch the hands and feet.
   • Draw details like the facial features, fingers, and toes.
   • Shade or add texture as needed.

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. Life drawing is the art of drawing __________.
   a) animals b) humans c) houses d) trees
2. The __________ is the top part of the body.
   a) neck b) head c) legs d) hands
3. A life drawing usually involves drawing the full __________.
   a) house b) tree c) human figure d) car
4. The human body has two __________.
   a) heads b) legs c) fingers d) necks
5. The __________ connects the head to the torso.
   a) shoulder b) hand c) neck d) leg
6. To start a life drawing, you first sketch the __________.
   a) leg b) arm c) torso d) head
7. __________ are the body parts that help us walk.
   a) Legs b) Hands c) Fingers d) Eyes
8. The hands have five __________ each.
   a) toes b) fingers c) arms d) heads
9. The torso is located between the __________ and the legs.
   a) feet b) neck c) hands d) arms
10. Artists use __________ to add light and shadows in life drawing.
    a) shading b) colours c) erasers d) rulers
11. Life drawing helps to improve __________ skills.
    a) dancing b) artistic c) reading d) swimming
12. The body part that holds the eyes, nose, and mouth is the __________.
    a) legs b) hands c) face d) fingers
13. The human body has two __________.
    a) arms b) heads c) torsos d) eyes
14. You use __________ to sketch in life drawing.
    a) pen b) pencil c) paint d) clay
15. A full human figure includes the head, torso, arms, and __________.
    a) house b) legs c) car d) tree

15 FAQs with Answers

1. What is life drawing?
   Life drawing is the art of drawing the human body in different poses.
2. Why is life drawing important in art?
   It helps improve observation and artistic skills.
3. What should I sketch first when drawing a human figure?
   Start with the head and torso.
4. Which part of the body is connected to the neck?
   The head.
5. How many legs does the human body have?
   Two legs.
6. What materials are used for life drawing?
   Pencils, paper, and erasers.
7. How many fingers does each hand have?
   Five fingers.
8. What part of the body is used for walking?
   The legs.
9. What do you need to improve your drawing?
   Practice and observation.
10. How can you make your drawing more realistic?
    By adding shading and texture.
11. Which body part holds the eyes, nose, and mouth?
    The face.
12. How many arms does the human figure have?
    Two arms.
13. What connects the head to the torso?
    The neck.
14. What is the main purpose of shading in drawing?
    To show light and shadow.
15. Why should you draw lightly first?
    So that you can make changes easily.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, if applicable, or introduces the concept of life drawing by explaining that it involves sketching the human figure.

Step 2: The teacher shows images or examples of simple human figure sketches and points out different parts of the body.

Step 3: The teacher asks pupils to try and sketch a full human figure, starting with the head and moving down to the feet. The teacher monitors and assists where needed.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain life drawing and its importance.
• Demonstrate how to draw a human figure.
• Assist pupils in identifying body parts and drawing them correctly.

Learners’ Activities

• Identify the different parts of the body.
• Practice sketching a human figure.
• Ask questions if they need help with drawing.

Assessment

• Pupils sketch a full human figure on their drawing papers.

10 Evaluation Questions

1. What is life drawing?
2. What is the first step in life drawing?
3. Name three parts of the human body you can draw.
4. What connects the head to the torso?
5. How many legs does a human have?
6. What is shading used for in life drawing?
7. How many fingers does each hand have?
8. Which part of the body helps us walk?
9. What material do you use for sketching?
10. How can you make your drawing look more realistic?

Conclusion

The teacher will go around to check the sketches and correct them where necessary. The lesson will end with the teacher encouraging pupils to practice sketching more human figures at home.