Class: Senior Secondary School 1 (SS1 / SSS1)
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 4
Age: 15 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Garment Making
Curriculum Theme: Trade
Previous Lesson: Openings In Garments.
Topic: FASTENING IN GARMENTS
Subject Matter: Zip, Buttons, Velcro, Button holes

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Define garment fasteners.
Identify and list different types of fasteners.
State the functions of fasteners in garments.

Affective Domain:

Appreciate the importance of fasteners in garment construction.
Develop an interest in selecting appropriate fasteners for different garments.

Psychomotor Domain:

Identify specific examples of fasteners like zips, buttons, and Velcro from samples.
Differentiate between various types of fasteners based on their appearance and function.

Participate actively in class discussions about fasteners.
Work cooperatively when examining different fastening samples.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Home Economics (Senior Secondary Education)
State Unified Scheme of Work for Garment Making (SSS 1)
Garment Making for Senior Secondary Schools by [Author/Publisher, e.g., A. O. Adebayo]

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Samples of various fasteners (zips, buttons, Velcro, hooks and eyes, press studs).
A chart showing different types of fasteners.
Garments with different fastening methods.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding garment fasteners is important because they are essential components in almost all clothing. This lesson helps pupils to know the different types and how they function, which is useful for both making and repairing garments in their daily lives.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge of garment parts and simple sewing techniques.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

FASTENING IN GARMENTS

Definition of Fasteners

Fasteners are devices used in garment making to join two parts of a garment together temporarily or permanently, making it easy to wear or remove the garment. They secure openings and help maintain the shape and fit of clothing.

Types of Fasteners

The following are common types of fasteners used in garments:

Zips: Also known as zippers, they consist of two rows of teeth on flexible tapes that interlock when a slider is moved along them. They are used to open and close garments quickly and are common on trousers, skirts, and jackets.
Buttons: Small, flat or spherical discs, usually made of plastic, metal, or wood, sewn onto garments and passed through buttonholes to fasten them. They come in various sizes and designs.
Buttonholes: Slits or loops in fabric, usually reinforced with stitching, designed to receive buttons for fastening. They can be hand-stitched or machine-made.
Velcro: A brand name for a type of hook-and-loop fastener. It consists of two fabric strips, one with tiny hooks and the other with tiny loops, which stick together when pressed. It provides a quick and adjustable fastening.
Press Studs (Snaps): Two interlocking metal or plastic discs that snap together when pressed, providing a flat and secure fastening. They are often used on baby clothes or plackets.
Hooks and Eyes: Small metal hooks that catch onto small metal loops (eyes) to fasten garment parts, often used at necklines, waistbands, or on closures where a flat finish is desired.

Functions of Fasteners

Fasteners serve the following functions in garment making:

They join two parts of a garment together to create a closure.
They make it easy for the wearer to put on and take off the garment.
They provide security and hold the garment in place on the body.
They can be used for decorative purposes, enhancing the appearance of the garment.
They allow for adjustments in garment fit, especially with features like waistbands or cuffs.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and reviews the previous lesson briefly. The teacher then asks pupils to identify different ways they close their clothes (e.g., zips on trousers, buttons on shirts). This leads to the topic of garment fasteners.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and share their ideas.
Learning Point: Pupils recall previous knowledge and are introduced to the new topic.

Step 2: Definition of Fasteners

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Definition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher defines what fasteners are, using simple language and examples from daily life. The teacher writes the definition on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively, ask questions for clarity, and copy the definition into their notes.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the meaning of garment fasteners.

Step 3: Types of Fasteners (General Overview)

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Listing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher displays various samples of fasteners (zips, buttons, Velcro, hooks and eyes, press studs) and asks pupils to identify them. The teacher then lists the common types on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the samples, identify them, and contribute to the list of types. They copy the list into their notes.
Learning Point: Pupils can identify and list different types of fasteners.

Step 4: Detailed Discussion of Zips and Buttons/Buttonholes

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Illustration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains zips, focusing on how they work and their common uses. The teacher then explains buttons and buttonholes, demonstrating how a button passes through a buttonhole using garment samples.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the demonstrations, listen to the explanations, and ask questions.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the characteristics and functions of zips, buttons, and buttonholes.

Step 5: Detailed Discussion of Velcro and Other Fasteners

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Illustration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains Velcro, demonstrating its hook-and-loop mechanism with a sample. The teacher also briefly explains press studs and hooks and eyes, showing samples.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the demonstrations and listen to the explanations.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the characteristics and functions of Velcro, press studs, and hooks and eyes.

Step 6: Functions of Fasteners

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion/Elaboration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads a discussion on why fasteners are important in garments, guiding pupils to state their various functions. The teacher lists these functions on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils contribute their ideas on the importance of fasteners and copy the functions into their notes.
Learning Point: Pupils can state the various functions of fasteners.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

Define garment fasteners.
Mention four types of fasteners.
State two functions of fasteners in garments.
Briefly explain what a buttonhole is.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Assignment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of fasteners. The teacher assigns homework: “List five garments you own and identify the type of fastener used on each.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy down the homework assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and are encouraged to observe fasteners in their environment.

Lesson Keywords

Fasteners – Devices used to join parts of garments.
Zip – A fastener with interlocking teeth and a slider.
Button – A disc that passes through a buttonhole for fastening.
Buttonhole – A reinforced slit or loop for a button.
Velcro – A hook-and-loop fastener.
Press Studs – Interlocking discs that snap together.
Hooks and Eyes – Small metal hooks and loops used for fastening.

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp concepts quickly, the teacher can challenge them to identify less common fasteners or discuss the history of fasteners. For pupils needing more support, the teacher will provide additional visual aids and hands-on practice with the fastener samples, ensuring they can physically manipulate and identify each type.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure a variety of actual fastener samples are available for pupils to touch and examine. Encourage pupils to bring in examples of garments with different fasteners from home to enhance practical understanding. Emphasize safety when handling any sharp objects if demonstrating actual sewing of fasteners.