Class: Primary 4
Term: 3rd Term
Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
curriculum Theme: Cultural And Creative Arts
Previous Lesson: Benefits Of Caring
Topic: Differences Between Local And Foreign Instruments
Content/Learning Area: Differences Between Local And Foreign Instruments
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain: state at least two differences between local and foreign musical instruments
Affective Domain: Appreciate the value of both local and foreign musical instruments
Psychomotor Domain: Identify and classify samples or pictures of local and foreign instruments
Social Domain: Work together in groups to sort instruments by type

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online Information from: wikipedia – Musical instrument
relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

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

Chart showing pictures of local and foreign instruments
Real or model musical instruments (e.g., drum, flute, piano, guitar)
Flashcards labeled “local” and “foreign”
Audio recordings of music played with different instruments
Videos of performances using various instruments

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the differences between local and foreign instruments helps pupils appreciate cultural diversity and respect different musical heritages.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have previously seen or used simple musical instruments and heard different types of music.

Lesson Content

Differences Between Local And Foreign Instruments

Local and foreign instruments are different in how they are made and where they come from.

The following are differences:

Local instruments are made with natural materials, foreign instruments use processed materials
Local instruments are used in traditional music, foreign instruments are used in modern music
Local instruments are handmade, foreign instruments are machine-made
Local instruments are common in villages, foreign instruments are seen in cities
Local instruments have cultural designs, foreign instruments have modern looks

Local and Foreign Instruments

A local instrument is associated with a community’s musical tradition; a foreign instrument entered from another cultural tradition. Origin is about historical association, not where an individual instrument was manufactured or who is allowed to play it.

Examples used in Nigerian traditions include talking drums, udu, goje, ekwe and ogene. Piano, violin, trumpet and saxophone came through other musical traditions but are now used by Nigerian musicians too.

Compare the material used.
Identify what vibrates to produce sound.
Explain whether it is struck, shaken, blown, plucked or bowed.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Lecture, Explanation, Demonstration, Group Work, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Tells a short story about a local festival and plays sounds from both local and foreign instruments
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and share any similar experience

Step 2: Meaning of Local Instruments

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the meaning and gives examples of local instruments using charts
Pupils’ Activity: Observe and mention any local instruments they know

Step 3: Meaning of Foreign Instruments

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Defines foreign instruments and displays real or picture samples
Pupils’ Activity: Look closely and name any foreign instruments they have seen

Step 4: Differences Between Them

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Comparison
Teacher’s Activity: Uses a table chart to show clear differences, explains each difference
Pupils’ Activity: Watch, listen, and repeat the differences aloud

Step 5: group Sorting Activity

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Group Work
Teacher’s Activity: Groups pupils, gives picture cards and asks them to sort into local or foreign
Pupils’ Activity: Work in groups to sort and explain their sorting

Step 6: Note-Taking

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to copy the structured notes from the board
Pupils’ Activity: Copy notes neatly and ask for spellings where needed

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks oral and board questions on differences and examples
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions individually and in turns

Objective-aligned checks:

state at least two differences between local and foreign musical instruments.
Identify and classify samples or pictures of local and foreign instruments.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 2 mins
Teaching Skill: Instructional Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Reviews key points, praises group efforts, and connects topic to real-life uses
Pupils’ Activity: Listen, share what they liked in the lesson

Lesson Keywords

Instrument – a tool used to make music
Local – from our country or culture
Foreign – from other countries
Traditional – old and cultural
Modern – new and current

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Mention two local musical instruments
mention two foreign musical instruments
Say one difference between local and foreign instruments
Group a set of instrument pictures into local and foreign
Say which instrument they have seen at home or on TV

Assignment/Homework

draw one local and one foreign instrument.
Write down three differences between them.
Ask your parents about a traditional instrument they know.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Visual aids and group activities are used to support slower learners
For advanced learners: Advanced pupils are encouraged to explain and demonstrate classification.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use real instruments for kinesthetic learners,audio recordings for auditory learners,and charts for visual learners.

Note for Teachers

Use real or picture-based materials to help learners connect with the topic easily. Encourage storytelling and songs that use both types of instruments.