Identification of Colors (Sorting of Colors) Physical Development Kindergarten Second Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Lesson Plan: Identification of Colors (Sorting of Colors)

Subject: Physical Development

Class: Kindergarten

Term: Second Term

Week: Week 5

Topic: Identification of Colors (Sorting of Colors)

Sub-topic: Differentiating and Matching Colors

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Identify and differentiate between various colors.
2. Match colors together correctly.
3. Sort different colors into appropriate groups.

Keywords

Colors, Primary colors, Sorting, Matching, Blue, Red, Yellow, Traffic lights, Crayons, Color identification.

Set Induction

The teacher shows the pupils a traffic light and asks, “What colors do you see on the traffic light? What does each color mean?” The teacher explains how colors are important for identifying things in the world around us. The traffic lights are used as an example to reinforce color recognition.

Entry Behavior

Pupils already have basic knowledge of common colors (red, yellow, blue). This lesson expands on their knowledge by teaching them how to sort and match colors.

Learning Resources and Materials

1. Traffic lights (images or physical models)
2. Colorful cardboards or construction paper
3. Crayons or markers
4. Pre-made color sorting cards
5. Song/rhyme about colors
6. Flashcards with different colors
7. YouTube videos about colors and sorting (optional)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Pupils are familiar with the basic colors (red, yellow, blue) and use them in their environment (e.g., in clothes, toys, and traffic lights). This lesson helps them organize and match these colors in various contexts.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Identifying and matching colors correctly.
• Creativity and Imagination: Creating and designing color cards.
• Digital Literacy: Using online resources or videos to support learning.
• Social Habits: Working in groups and taking turns.
• Motor Skills: Coordinating hand movements while sorting and coloring.

Learning Materials

• Colorful cardboards (various colors)
• Crayons or markers for coloring
• Flashcards with color names
• Traffic light images (to reinforce color identification)
• YouTube video links about colors (optional)

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Basic Science
• www.imaginationtree.com
• www.munsell.com

Instructional Materials

• Crayons or markers
• Traffic light images or models
• Colorful cardboards for matching activity
• Flashcards with color names
• Music or color songs (to make learning more engaging)

Content

1. What are Colors?
   • Colors are visual experiences we see with our eyes.
   • Colors help us differentiate objects in the world around us.
2. Primary Colors:
   • The primary colors are blue, red, and yellow.
   • These colors cannot be made by mixing other colors together.
3. Color Sorting:
   • Sorting colors involves placing items of the same color together.
   • Pupils will learn to match colors (e.g., red with red, blue with blue) and sort them into different groups.
4. Using Traffic Lights to Learn Colors:
   • Red, yellow, and green are the three primary colors of a traffic light.
   • Red means stop, yellow means slow down, and green means go.

Evaluation Questions (Fill-in-the-Blank with Options)

1. The primary colors are ______, ______, and ______.
   a) Blue, Green, Yellow
   b) Red, Yellow, Blue
   c) Green, Orange, Purple
   d) Pink, Blue, Green
2. ______ is the color that means stop on a traffic light.
   a) Yellow
   b) Red
   c) Green
   d) Blue
3. ______ is a primary color that is often associated with the sky.
   a) Red
   b) Blue
   c) Yellow
   d) Green
4. When we sort colors, we ______ them into groups.
   a) Mix
   b) Match
   c) Separate
   d) Ignore
5. The color ______ is often seen in traffic lights to show go.
   a) Yellow
   b) Blue
   c) Green
   d) Red
6. The color of the sun is often ______.
   a) Yellow
   b) Blue
   c) Red
   d) Green
7. To sort red cards, we put them with ______ cards.
   a) Blue
   b) Yellow
   c) Red
   d) Green
8. The ______ light tells drivers to slow down.
   a) Green
   b) Yellow
   c) Red
   d) Blue
9. Blue, red, and yellow are called ______ colors.
   a) Secondary
   b) Primary
   c) Tertiary
   d) Mixture
10. A traffic light has ______ colors.
    a) Two
    b) Three
    c) Four
    d) Five
11. ______ is the color of the sky on a clear day.
    a) Green
    b) Blue
    c) Yellow
    d) Red
12. Colors help us ______ objects around us.
    a) Hear
    b) Smell
    c) See
    d) Taste
13. The color ______ is often associated with the sun or light.
    a) Yellow
    b) Green
    c) Blue
    d) Red
14. Red and blue are ______ colors.
    a) Primary
    b) Secondary
    c) Tertiary
    d) Mixtures
15. The color ______ is used for caution on a traffic light.
    a) Red
    b) Yellow
    c) Blue
    d) Green

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs)

1. What are primary colors?
   • Primary colors are blue, red, and yellow. They are the building blocks of all other colors.
2. Can you mix primary colors to make new colors?
   • Yes, by mixing primary colors, you can make secondary colors like green, purple, and orange.
3. Why do traffic lights have different colors?
   • Traffic lights use colors to help control the flow of traffic: red means stop, yellow means slow down, and green means go.
4. How can I match colors?
   • Look for items that are the same color, like putting all the red cards together.
5. Can colors help us organize things?
   • Yes, sorting items by color makes it easier to find and organize them.
6. Why do we use crayons to color?
   • Crayons are easy to use and help us practice coloring and identifying colors.
7. How can I remember the primary colors?
   • You can sing songs or rhymes about the primary colors to help you remember them.
8. What is the color of a ripe apple?
   • A ripe apple is usually red.
9. What color is the grass outside?
   • The grass is usually green.
10. How do we use colors in art?
    • Colors help make pictures bright and beautiful. We use different colors to create different effects in art.
11. Why do we have different colors for traffic lights?
    • Different colors help drivers understand when to stop, slow down, or go.
12. What happens if you mix blue and yellow?
    • You get green.
13. What color do you see when you look at the sky?
    • The sky is usually blue.
14. What is the color of the sun?
    • The sun appears yellow or orange.
15. Can we use colors to identify objects around us?
    • Yes, colors help us identify and organize objects in our environment.

Evaluation Questions (Short-Answer)

1. What are the primary colors?
2. What color means stop on a traffic light?
3. How do we match colors?
4. Why is it important to know colors?
5. What happens when you mix red and blue?
6. What color is commonly seen on the sky?
7. What color do you associate with the sun?
8. What is the purpose of sorting colors?
9. Can you name a secondary color?
10. What does a yellow traffic light mean?

Conclusion

The teacher circulates and observes the pupils’ progress while sorting and matching colors. Pupils are encouraged to participate in discussions and share their answers. The lesson ends with a review of the primary colors and the importance of colors in everyday life.