Class: Primary Three
Term: Second Term
Subject: Cultural & Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson: Moulding Household Utensils
Topic: Creating Drama From A Story Book
Content/Learning Area: Meaning of drama, Expressing Emotions Through drama, basic Dramatic Movements, Collaborative Drama
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Define the term “drama”.
Explain how emotions are expressed through drama.
Identify basic dramatic movements.
describe the process of collaborative drama creation.
Psychomotor Domain:
Demonstrate basic dramatic movements (walking,gesturing,stance,facial expressions).
Express emotions through facial expressions,body language,and voice modulation.
affective Domain:
Show enthusiasm for participating in dramatic activities.
Exhibit confidence in expressing emotions through drama.
Appreciate the collaborative nature of drama creation.
Social Domain:
Collaborate effectively with peers in creating a simple drama.
Respect the contributions of others during group activities.

Reference Materials

9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online Information
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:

Storybooks
Whiteboard or chart paper
Markers

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson introduces pupils to the essential concepts of drama, fostering creativity, teamwork, and emotional expression. Understanding drama enhances interaction skills and provides a foundation for future creative pursuits.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

The teacher will begin by asking pupils if they have ever watched a play or movie. The teacher will then ask them to describe how the actors showed different emotions. This will lead into a discussion about what drama is.

Lesson content

Meaning of Drama

Drama is a way of storytelling where actors use their voices, bodies, and expressions to bring characters and stories to life. It’s like watching a movie or a play, but live!
The following are elements of drama:

Acting: Actors use their bodies and voices to portray characters.
Storytelling: Drama often tells a story,whether fictional or real.
emotions: Drama explores a wide range of emotions.
Inventiveness: Drama encourages imagination and creating beyond reality.
Conflict: Drama often involves conflict or challenges that characters must overcome.
Dialog: Characters communicate through spoken words, revealing their thoughts and feelings.

Expressing Emotions Through Drama

we can express emotions using different methods. These include:

Facial Expressions: Smiling for happiness, frowning for sadness, raising eyebrows for surprise.
Body Language: Standing tall for confidence, slouching for sadness.
Voice: Speaking loudly for excitement, softly for calmness.
Movement: Walking confidently,or slowly and hesitantly to show fear.
Gestures: Using hand movements to emphasize emotions or actions.
Posture: Adopting different postures to convey different moods or attitudes.

Basic Dramatic Movements

Basic dramatic movements are essential for actors to convey emotions and actions effectively. They are:

Walking: Different paces and styles for different characters.
Gesturing: Hand movements to emphasize emotions or actions.
Stance: Different positions to convey different moods.
Facial Expressions: Making different facial expressions to show emotions.
Turning: Changing direction to focus attention or indicate a shift in mood.
Sitting: Adopting different sitting positions to convey different emotions or status.

Collaborative drama

collaborative drama involves creating a dramatic performance as a group.These include:

Choosing a Story: Selecting a story everyone enjoys.
Assigning Roles: Deciding who plays each character.
Practicing: Rehearsing lines and movements.
Performing: Sharing the drama with others.
Improvising: Creating scenes or dialogue spontaneously as a group.
Brainstorming: Generating ideas and solutions together to enhance the drama.

Teaching methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Exhibition, Group Activity

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction (The teaching Skill for this step MUST be “Set Induction”)

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning, discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils about their experiences with plays or movies, leading to a discussion about drama.
Pupils’ Activity: Share their experiences and participate in the discussion.

step 2: Explanation of Key Concepts

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation, Definition
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the meaning of drama, highlighting acting, storytelling, emotions, and imagination.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.

Step 3: Demonstration/Guided Practice

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration, Modeling
Teacher’s Activity: Demonstrates basic dramatic movements and facial expressions, explaining how they convey emotions.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe the demonstration and practice the movements and expressions.

Step 4: Independent Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils in practicing expressing emotions through drama.Pupils’ Activity: Practice expressing different emotions individually or in pairs.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Note-Taking
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils in taking notes on key concepts and definitions.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes on the lesson.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning, Feedback
Teacher’s Activity: Asks evaluation questions and provides feedback.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer the evaluation questions.

Objective-aligned checks:

Define the term “drama”.
Explain how emotions are expressed through drama.
Identify basic dramatic movements.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the key concepts of drama and encourages pupils to continue practicing and exploring the world of drama. Praises pupils for their participation and effort.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen to the summary and reflect on what they have learned.

Lesson Keywords

Drama – A way of storytelling using actors, voices, and expressions.
Emotions – Feelings expressed through facial expressions, body language, and voice.
Movements – Actions performed by actors to convey emotions or actions.
Collaboration – Working together to create a drama.
Acting – Portraying a character in a dramatic performance.
Storytelling – The art of narrating a story through drama.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

What is drama?
how can we show emotions in drama?
Name three basic dramatic movements.
How do we work together to create a drama?
Why is drama vital?

Assignment/Homework

Write a short story and identify the characters and emotions involved.
Practice expressing different emotions using facial expressions and body language in front of a mirror.
Work with a friend or family member to create a short skit based on a familiar story.
Research different types of dramatic performances, such as plays, musicals, and improvisations.
Draw a picture of your favorite character from a story and describe their emotions and actions.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and simplified instructions.
For advanced learners: Encourage them to create more complex characters and storylines.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, audio recordings, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Encourage pupils to express themselves freely and creatively during dramatic activities. Provide constructive feedback and praise their efforts to build confidence and enthusiasm for drama. Adapt the lesson content and activities to suit the specific needs and interests of the pupils.