- Class: Primary 3
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 6
- Age: 9 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Cultural And Creative Arts
- Curriculum Theme: Cultural And Creative Arts
- Previous Lesson: Importance Of Traditional Fashion Accessories
- Topic: Steps In Making Beads
- Content: Steps in Making Beads for decoration and adornment
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: List the steps involved in making beads.
- Affective domain: Appreciate the cultural significance of bead-making.
- Psychomotor domain: Demonstrate the basic steps in making a bead.
- Social domain: Work collaboratively in groups to create bead designs.
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 wikiHow – How to Make a Beaded Necklace
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Bead-making kits (beads, strings, needles)
- Sample beads and beadwork
- Visual aids (charts showing bead-making steps)
- Multimedia resources (videos of bead-making)
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the steps in making beads is essential as it allows pupils to appreciate the cultural art of bead-making, enhances their creativity, and develops their fine motor skills.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are familiar with traditional fashion accessories and have basic knowledge of different types of beads.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Steps in Making Beads
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teachers Activity | Pupils Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | Set Induction | Introduce bead-making and its importance. | Listen and ask questions. | Understanding the significance of bead-making. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Lecture/Demonstration | Visual aids | Explain the materials needed for bead-making. | Observe the materials and note them down. | Identifying bead-making materials. |
| Step 3: Demonstration | 10 mins | Demonstration | Hands-on Activity | Show the steps in making beads using materials. | Watch the demonstration closely. | Learning the bead-making process. |
| Step 4: Guided Practice | 8 mins | Group Activity | Collaborative Learning | Guide pupils in groups to start making their beads. | Work in groups to practice making beads. | Applying the steps in a group setting. |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 2 mins | Lecture | Direct Instruction | Provide a summary of the bead-making steps. | Copy the notes into their exercise books. | Reinforcing knowledge through note-taking. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 mins | Q&A | Oral Questions | Ask questions to assess understanding. | Answer the questions. | Assessing comprehension of bead-making steps. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Summary | Recap | Summarize the lesson and highlight key points. | Listen and ask final questions if any. | Reviewing the key steps and importance of bead-making. |
Lesson Content:
Steps In Making Beads
Bead-making is a fun and creative activity that allows us to make beautiful decorations and accessories.
Steps to make beads:
- Gather Materials: You will need beads, string, a needle, and scissors.
- Design Your Pattern: Plan the design you want to create.
- Thread the Needle: Cut a length of string and thread it through the needle.
- Start Beading: Slide the beads onto the string according to your design.
- Secure the Ends: Once you have finished, tie knots at the ends of the string to secure the beads.
- Admire Your Work: Your bead creation is now ready to be used or displayed.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- List the materials needed for bead-making.
- Describe the steps involved in making beads.
- Demonstrate threading a bead onto a string.
- Explain the importance of planning a design before starting bead-making.
- Work in groups to create a simple bead design.
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!
