Class: Senior Secondary School 1 (SS1, SS 1, SSS1, SSS 1)
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 11
Age: 15 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Visual Art
Curriculum Theme: Visual Art
Previous Lesson: Textile Designs: Motif, Sources and Repeat Patterns.
Topic: Printed Textile Design
Subject Matter: Meaning of printing in textile design, block printing technique, lino cut printing technique, wood cut printing technique, yam cut printing technique, screen printing technique, preparing motif for printing, printing on fabric

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Define printing in textile design.
List common printing techniques used in textile design.
Explain the meaning of block printing, lino cut printing, wood cut printing, yam cut printing, and screen printing.
State steps for preparing a motif for printing.
State basic steps for printing on fabric.

Affective Domain:

Show interest in textile printing as a creative activity.
Demonstrate carefulness and neatness during print making.

Psychomotor Domain:

Prepare a simple motif for printing using paper or a block.
Apply colour/ink on a printing surface and produce a clear print on fabric.
Print repeated motifs on fabric to form a simple pattern.

Work in groups to share printing tools and materials safely.
Participate in group discussion by comparing printed results and identifying errors.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
State Unified Scheme of Work
Visual Art for Senior Secondary Schools (Textbook)
Encyclopaedia Britannica: Block printing
Victoria and Albert Museum: Printing textiles
The Metropolitan Museum of Art: Woodcut and relief printing

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Printing table or flat surface
Plain fabric pieces (calico or cotton)
Wood block and foam/rubber (where available)
Cardboard or thick paper for motif
Scissors and cutting tools (teacher-controlled)
Mesh/screen and frame (for screen printing)
Thickener and printing paste/colour
Roller/sponge/brush for applying colour
Water container and cloth for cleaning

Rationale for the Lesson

Printed textile designs are seen on clothes, uniforms, and household fabrics. Learning simple printing techniques helps pupils understand how fabric patterns are made and enables them to produce neat prints for school projects and small craft work.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have learnt motifs and repeat patterns and can draw simple designs and apply colour neatly on paper.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Printed Textile Design

Meaning of Printing in Textile Design

Printing in textile design is the process of transferring a motif or design onto fabric using colour, ink, or dye.

The following are reasons for printing on fabric:

To decorate fabrics with patterns
To produce repeated designs for clothing and household items
To create messages and symbols on fabric
To improve the appearance and value of textiles

Common Printing Techniques

Textile printing can be done using different techniques.

The following are common printing techniques:

Block printing technique
Lino cut printing technique
Wood cut printing technique
Yam cut printing technique
Screen printing technique

Block Printing Technique

Block printing is a technique where a raised design on a block is coated with colour and pressed onto fabric to produce a print.

The following are key points about block printing:

Block can be made from wood, foam, or thick rubber
Raised parts print the design on fabric
Requires even pressure for a clear print
Used for repeated patterns

Lino Cut Printing Technique

Lino cut printing is a relief printing method where a design is cut into a linoleum surface, leaving raised parts to be printed.

The following are key points about lino cut printing:

Parts cut out do not print
Raised parts carry the colour for printing
Needs careful cutting for neat lines
Produces clear and bold prints

Wood Cut Printing Technique

Wood cut printing is a relief printing technique where a design is carved on a wooden surface and the raised parts are printed on fabric.

The following are key points about wood cut printing:

Made by carving away unwanted parts of wood
Raised design prints on fabric
Strong and durable printing surface
Suitable for repeated printing

Yam Cut Printing Technique

Yam cut printing is a local printing method where a design is cut on a slice of yam and used as a stamp to print on fabric.

The following are key points about yam cut printing:

Yam slice acts as a temporary block
Easy to prepare for simple motifs
Best for small designs and quick prints
Must be used immediately to avoid spoilage

Screen Printing Technique

Screen printing is a method of printing where colour is pushed through a mesh screen onto fabric, using a stencil to form the design.

The following are key points about screen printing:

Uses a mesh screen and a stencil
Colour passes through open areas only
Produces neat prints with even colour
Suitable for many copies of the same design

Preparing Motif for Printing

Preparing a motif for printing means making the design ready on a block, stencil, or printing surface.

The following are steps for preparing a motif for printing:

Choose a simple motif and draw it clearly.
Transfer the motif to the chosen surface (paper stencil, block, or lino).
Cut out unwanted areas carefully to form the design.
Test-print on paper to check clarity.
Make corrections to improve neatness and balance.

Printing on Fabric

Printing on fabric is done by applying colour to the printing surface and transferring the motif to fabric with correct pressure and spacing.

The following are steps for printing on fabric:

Spread the fabric flat on the printing table and hold it in place.
Prepare printing paste/colour and ensure it is thick enough.
Apply colour evenly to the block or screen.
Press the block on fabric or pull colour through the screen using a squeegee/board.
Lift carefully to avoid smudging.
Repeat the motif with even spacing to form a pattern.
Allow the print to dry before handling.

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 shows printed fabric samples and asks pupils to identify repeated designs and colours on the fabrics.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the samples and mention where they have seen printed fabrics.
Learning Point: Textile printing is used to create patterns on fabrics for clothing and household use.

Step 2: Meaning of Printing in Textile Design

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher defines printing in textile design and explains why printing is done on fabric, using simple examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, respond to questions, and copy key points.
Learning Point: Printing transfers a motif or design onto fabric using colour or dye.

Step 3: Printing Techniques

Time: 6 minutes
Teaching Skill: Illustration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher lists and explains block printing, lino cut, wood cut, yam cut, and screen printing using drawings or samples.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils identify each technique and copy the list into their notebooks.
Learning Point: Textile printing can be done with blocks, cut surfaces, and screens.

Step 4: Demonstration of Motif Preparation

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates preparing a simple motif on paper or a block and explains how to remove unwanted parts to form the design.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch and prepare their motif sketches on paper.
Learning Point: A motif must be prepared neatly before printing to get a clear result.

Step 5: Demonstration of Printing on Fabric

Time: 6 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates applying colour and making a clean print on fabric, showing correct pressure and spacing.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the process and ask questions where necessary.
Learning Point: Even colour application and correct pressure produce a neat print.

Step 6: Pupils’ Practical (Print Making)

Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Supervision/Coaching
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher supervises pupils as they print motifs on fabric and corrects errors such as smudging and uneven spacing.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils print motifs on fabric and repeat the design to form a simple pattern.
Learning Point: Practice improves print clarity and pattern arrangement.

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 printing in textile design.
List four printing techniques used in textile design.
State three steps in preparing a motif for printing.
Explain how printing is done on fabric.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summary
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the lesson and gives classwork: create a simple motif and print it in a block repeat pattern on paper or fabric.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils note the classwork and submit their practical work for checking.
Learning Point: Printed textile designs are produced by preparing a motif and transferring it onto fabric using printing techniques.

Lesson Keywords

Printing – Transferring a design onto fabric using colour, ink, or dye.
Motif – A single unit of design used to form patterns.
Block Printing – Printing with a raised design on a block pressed on fabric.
Lino Cut – Printing from a cut linoleum surface where raised parts print.
Wood Cut – Printing from a carved wooden surface where raised parts print.
Yam Cut – Printing with a cut yam slice used as a stamp.
Screen Printing – Printing by pushing colour through a mesh screen using a stencil.

Differentiation

Pupils who learn faster will produce two-colour prints or combine two repeat methods, while pupils who need support will print a single-colour motif with fewer repeats and receive guidance on pressure and spacing.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure safety by controlling sharp tools and keeping the work area clean to prevent smudging. Use simple motifs and small fabric pieces to manage time, and allow pupils to work in groups to share printing materials.