- Class: Primary 2
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 3
- Age: 7 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Basic Science & Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology
- Previous Lesson: Local Instruments That Produce Sound
- Topic: Gathering and Cutting of Local Instruments
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: Identify the steps involved in the gathering and cutting of materials to create local instruments.
- Affective domain: Show interest and appreciation for using local materials in making musical instruments.
- Psychomotor domain: Demonstrate basic skills in safely gathering and preparing materials.
- Social Domain: Work cooperatively in groups to gather and prepare materials.
Reference Materials:
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from Basic Science Resources (https://www.scienceresources.org)
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Examples of local materials that can be used to make instruments
- Safety tools for cutting (child-safe scissors, gloves)
- Visual aids showing the steps of gathering and cutting materials
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding how to source and prepare local materials to create instruments connects pupils with their cultural heritage and enhances their practical skills and creativity. It also encourages teamwork and respect for the environment.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge of different local instruments that produce sound as discussed in the previous lesson.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Gathering and Cutting of Local Instruments
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupil’s Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 min | Discussion | Questioning | Introduce the topic, ask what materials might be used | Respond to questions, brainstorm ideas | Engaging pupils, setting the lesson tone |
| Step 2: Explanation of Steps | 10 min | Demonstration | Showing examples | Explain and demonstrate the steps of gathering and cutting | Observe and listen | Understanding the procedure |
| Step 3: Hands-on Activity | 15 min | Practical | Guided practice | Guide pupils in gathering and safely cutting materials | Participate in gathering and cutting | Applying learned skills |
| Step 4: Group Discussion | 5 min | Group work | Discussion | Facilitate a discussion on the experience | Share experiences and learnings | Reflecting on activity, enhancing social skills |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 2 min | Writing | Note instruction | Instruct pupils to take down important notes | Write notes | Summarizing the lesson’s key points |
| Step 6: Conclusion and Recap | 2 min | Summary | Recap | Recap the lesson, emphasizing key points | Listen and ask questions | Reinforcing learning |
| Step 7: Evaluation | 1 min | Questioning | Direct questions | Ask questions to assess understanding | Answer questions | Assessing comprehension |
Classroom Note:
Gathering And Cutting Of Local Instruments
There are ways to gather and cut local materials to make instruments. Here are the steps involved:
- Identifying Materials: look around the environment to find materials that can be used to make sounds.
- Safety First: Used gloves and child-safe scissors to cut the materials.
- Gathering: Collect materials like bamboo, wood, and dried seeds.
- Cutting: Carefully cut the materials into the shapes needed to make the instruments.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Name three materials that can be used to make musical instruments.
- Explain why it is important to wear gloves when cutting materials.
- Describe one thing they enjoyed about today’s activity.
Note for teachers using my lesson plan:
Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, timing and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!
