Class: Junior Secondary School 2 (JSS2, JSS 2)
Term: 1st Term
Week: 1
Age: 13 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Cultural And Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme: Cultural And Creative Arts
Previous Lesson:
Topic: Elements Of Design
Subject Matter: Meaning of elements of design, The elements of design e.g. line, colour, form, space and texture.

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:
(a) Define the term “elements of design”.
(b) Identify and describe the main elements of design such as line, colour, form, space, and texture.
Affective Domain:
(a) Appreciate the importance of elements of design in art and decoration.
Psychomotor Domain:
(a) Draw and demonstrate the use of line, colour, and texture in simple artwork.
Social Domain:
(a) Work cooperatively in groups to identify examples of design elements in their classroom or environment.

Reference Materials

The following resources was used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Lagos State Unified Scheme of Work for Junior Secondary Schools
Guelph Hiking Trail Club – Elements of Design
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Charts showing the elements of design
Art samples or posters illustrating line, colour, form, texture, and space
Drawing papers and pencils
Colouring materials (crayons, watercolours)
Flashcards with definitions and examples

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson enables pupils to understand and identify the fundamental elements that form the foundation of every artwork or design.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have previously learned about basic drawing and colours in primary school and can recall simple artistic expressions like shapes and patterns.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Elements of Design

Design is the arrangement of visual components to create an artwork or decoration. The basic parts that make up any design are called the elements of design. They help artists communicate ideas visually and make artwork attractive.

The main elements of design include the following:

Line

A line is a continuous mark made on a surface by a moving point, such as a pencil or brush. Lines can show direction, movement, and form.

The following are types of lines:

Straight lines
Curved lines
Zigzag lines
Horizontal lines
Vertical lines
Diagonal lines

Lines are used to define shapes, create patterns, and express feelings in design.

Colour

Colour is the visual effect produced when light reflects off an object. It adds beauty and emotion to designs and helps create contrast.

The following are examples of colour types:

Primary colours – red, blue, yellow
Secondary colours – green, orange, purple
Warm colours – red, orange, yellow
Cool colours – blue, green, violet

Colours can express mood and make a design more lively and attractive.

Form

Form refers to the three-dimensional quality of an object, showing height, width, and depth. It makes an artwork appear solid and realistic.

The following are examples of forms:

Cube
Cylinder
Sphere
Cone

Forms give objects structure and shape in art and design.

Space

Space is the area within, around, or between objects in an artwork. It shows distance and depth.

The following are types of space:

Positive space – the area occupied by the main object.
Negative space – the empty area surrounding the object.

Proper use of space makes a design neat, balanced, and easy to understand.

Texture

Texture refers to the surface quality of an object, how it feels or looks like it would feel if touched.

The following are types of texture:

Smooth texture
Rough texture
Soft texture
Hard texture

Texture gives a design a sense of realism and depth, making it more interesting to look at.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques:

Discussion, Explanation, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Group Work, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher displays pictures of artworks and asks pupils what makes them beautiful and appealing.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe and respond with their ideas.
Learning Point: Pupils are motivated to learn that every design has basic elements that make it attractive.

Step 2: Meaning of Elements of Design

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher defines and explains the term “elements of design.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and write down the meaning.
Learning Point: Pupils understand what elements of design are.

Step 3: Description of Each Element

Time: 15 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion and Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains line, colour, form, space, and texture using charts and drawings.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe, participate, and identify examples in their environment.
Learning Point: Pupils learn the characteristics and uses of each element of design.

Step 4: Drawing Practice

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to draw simple lines and shapes showing form and texture.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils draw lines and colour them using their materials.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the elements through practical drawing.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher writes the board summary for pupils to copy.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the notes.
Learning Point: Pupils have written content for study and revision.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

What are elements of design?
Mention five elements of design.
List three types of lines.
What is the difference between form and texture?
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer questions orally.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the elements of design.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 1 minute
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher summarizes the lesson and encourages pupils to observe design elements in artworks around them.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively.
Learning Point: Pupils appreciate the use of design elements in creating art.

Lesson Keywords

Design – arrangement of visual elements to create art
Line – continuous mark made by a moving point
Colour – visible effect created by light reflection
Form – shape and structure of an object in three dimensions
Texture – surface quality of an object

Differentiation

Teacher provides extra explanation and visual examples for slower learners while encouraging faster learners to assist their peers in drawing exercises.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Encourage creativity by allowing pupils to express their understanding of design through simple sketches. Use colourful charts to hold attention and link concepts to real-life examples like fabrics, posters, and home decorations.