Class: Primary Six
Term: First Term
Subject: Basic Science and Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology
Previous Lesson: Colour Separation, Components of Colour Separation
Topic: production of Primary Colours
Content/Learning Area: guidelines of Production of Primary Colours
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

1.Identify the primary colours and describe the process of producing them.

Affective Domain:

1. Appreciate the importance of primary colours in art and design.

Psychomotor Domain:

1. Demonstrate the mixing of colours to produce primary colours.

Social Domain:

1. Collaborate with peers in group activities to explore color production.

Reference Materials

9 – Years basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of work
NAPPS National Unified scheme of Work
Online Facts from Britannica – Primary color | Definition, Models, Mixing, Examples, & Facts
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

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

Colour wheels
Paints (Red, Blue, Yellow)
Mixing palette
Paintbrushes
White paper sheets

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding primary colours is basic to art and design. This lesson builds a strong foundation for future lessons in colour mixing and creative projects.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

The teacher will begin by asking pupils to name the colours they know. A quick review of previously learned colour concepts will be done. This will smoothly transition into the lesson on primary colours.

Lesson Content

Production of Primary Colours

Primary colours are the basic colours that cannot be made by mixing othre colours. They are red, blue,and yellow. These colours are notable because they can be mixed to create a wide variety of other colours.

Guidelines of Production

These are the guidelines for producing primary colors:

Red: One of the primary colours that cannot be created by mixing other colours. It is indeed often associated with energy, passion, and excitement.
Blue: Another primary colour, essential for creating green and purple. It is indeed often associated with calmness,stability,and depth.
Yellow: The final primary colour, crucial for making green and orange. It is ofen associated with happiness, optimism, and creativity.
White: Although technically not a primary color, white is essential for lightening and tinting primary colors to create a range of pastel shades.
Black: Similar to white, black is used to darken and shade primary colors, creating deeper and more intense hues.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Presentation, Hands-on Activity, Question and Answer.

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction (Set Induction)

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Introduce the topic by asking pupils to recall primary colours.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond by naming primary colours.

Step 2: Clarification of Key Concepts

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Explain the production of primary colours using the colour wheel.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe and listen attentively.

Step 3: Demonstration/Guided practice

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Hands-on
Teacher’s Activity: Demonstrate mixing paints to produce primary colours.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils work in groups to replicate the mixing process.

Step 4: Self-reliant Practice

time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: Supervise pupils as they independently mix colours.
pupils’ Activity: Pupils independently mix colours and create their own colour combinations.

Step 5: Note-Taking

time: 5 mins
teaching Skill: Lecture
Teacher’s Activity: Guide pupils to copy the classroom notes on production of primary colours.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils write down the notes.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Oral Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: Ask questions based on the lesson objectives to assess understanding.
pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer the questions orally.

Objective-aligned checks:

Identify the primary colours and describe the process of producing them.
Demonstrate the mixing of colours to produce primary colours.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 mins
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the key points and encourage pupils to continue exploring colours in their art and design projects.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask questions for clarification.

Lesson Keywords

Primary colours – Basic colours that cannot be created by mixing other colours.
Red – A primary colour associated with energy and passion.
blue – A primary colour associated with calmness and stability.
Yellow – A primary colour associated with happiness and optimism.
Colour Wheel – A visual representation of colours and their relationships.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

List the primary colours.
explain why primary colours cannot be made by mixing other colours.
Demonstrate how to mix two primary colours to produce a secondary colour.
Discuss the importance of primary colours in everyday life.

Assignment/Homework

Research and list five objects in your habitat that are primary colours.
Create a colour wheel using primary colours and their mixtures.
Write a short paragraph on how primary colours are used in art and design.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance during the hands-on activity.
For advanced learners: Challenge them to create a wider range of colours using the primary colours.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, verbal explanations, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Ensure that pupils understand the concept of primary colours before moving on to more complex colour mixing techniques. Provide ample opportunities for hands-on practice and experimentation.