Lesson Note on Knitting Stitches and Pull Knit for JSS 3

Class: Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS 3)
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 7
Age: 14 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Cultural And Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme: Cultural And Creative Arts
Previous Lesson: Practical Work on Transferring Designs to Fabrics
Topic: Knitting
Subject Matter: Meaning of knitting stitches, Basic knitting stitches, Pull knit.

Specific Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain:
  (a) Explain the meaning of knitting and knitting stitches.
  (b) Identify basic knitting stitches and describe pull knit.
• Affective Domain:
  (a) Show interest and appreciation for knitting as a creative skill.
  (b) Develop a positive attitude towards patience and neatness in knitting.
• Psychomotor Domain:
  (a) Demonstrate simple knitting movements using knitting needles and yarn.
  (b) Produce a simple pull knit stitch under guidance.
• Social Domain:
  (a) Work cooperatively with classmates during practical knitting activities.
  (b) Share knitting materials responsibly with others.

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
• Britannica – Knitting (https://www.britannica.com/art/knitting)
• LoveCrafts – Basic Knitting Stitches Explained (https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/c/article/basic-knitting-stitches)
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Knitting needles
• Balls of yarn or wool
• Samples of knitted items
• Charts showing knitting stitches
• Whiteboard and marker
• Pictures or videos of knitting processes

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils acquire basic knitting skills that promote creativity, self-reliance, and appreciation of cultural crafts.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of simple craft activities and hand coordination from previous creative arts lessons.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Knitting

Meaning of Knitting Stitches

Knitting is a craft that involves using needles to loop yarn or wool together to form fabric. Knitting stitches are the basic loops made on the needles during the knitting process.

The following are features of knitting stitches:

1. They are formed by looping yarn with needles.
2. They create patterns and fabric texture.
3. They require coordination of hands and fingers.

Basic Knitting Stitches

Basic knitting stitches are the simple stitches used by beginners to create knitted fabric. They form the foundation of all knitting patterns.

They are:

1. Knit stitch
2. Purl stitch
3. Pull knit stitch

Pull Knit

Pull knit is a simple knitting technique where the yarn is pulled through an existing loop on the needle to form a new stitch. It is commonly used by beginners.

Examples are:

1. Pulling yarn through the first loop
2. Forming a new loop on the needle
3. Repeating the process to create rows

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Explanation, Demonstration, Visual Aids, Guided Practice

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: Revises previous lesson and introduces knitting by showing knitted items and asking questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe items and respond to questions.
Learning Point: Introduction to knitting as a creative activity.

Step 2: Meaning of Knitting Stitches

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Defines knitting and knitting stitches using charts.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and take notes.
Learning Point: Understanding knitting and stitches.

Step 3: Basic Knitting Stitches

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Explains and demonstrates basic knitting stitches.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe and ask questions.
Learning Point: Identification of basic knitting stitches.

Step 4: Pull Knit

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: Demonstrates pull knit and guides pupils to practice.
Pupils’ Activity: Practice pull knit under supervision.
Learning Point: Practical understanding of pull knit.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to copy board summary.
Pupils’ Activity: Copy notes into notebooks.
Learning Point: Consolidation of lesson content.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. What is knitting?
2. Define knitting stitches.
3. Mention two basic knitting stitches.
4. Explain pull knit.
   Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions orally.
   Learning Point: Assessment of understanding.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes lesson and encourages practice.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively.
Learning Point: Reinforcement of key ideas.

Lesson Keywords

1. Knitting – making fabric with yarn and needles
2. Stitch – a loop of yarn in knitting
3. Yarn – thread used for knitting
4. Needles – tools used in knitting
5. Pull knit – pulling yarn through a loop

Differentiation

Provide extra guidance for slower learners and allow fast learners to assist peers during practice.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure pupils handle needles carefully. Use thick yarn for easy handling and supervise all practical activities.