Class: Primary 6
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 10
Age: 11 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Cultural And Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson: Materials Needed
Topic: Meaning Of Bead Making
Content/Learning Area: Meaning Of Bead Making

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain: Explain the meaning of bead making.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the cultural value of bead making.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate how to arrange beads in a simple pattern.
Social Domain: Work in groups to share materials and ideas during class activity.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online Information from: wikipedia – Bead
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Different types of beads
Thread and string
Samples of bead work
Chart showing stages of bead making
Pictures of people wearing beads

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding bead making helps pupils appreciate cultural arts and develop creative skills through handwork and self-expression.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have seen people wearing beads and may have seen beads used in fashion, jewelry, and traditional events.

Lesson Content

Meaning Of Bead Making

Bead making is the act of creating decorative items by stringing or arranging beads. It is used to make jewelry and other beautiful items.

Uses of Beads

Beads are used in many ways to add beauty or meaning to things. The following are uses of beads:

Beads are used to make necklaces
Beads are used to make bracelets
Beads are used to decorate clothes
Beads are used in traditional ceremonies
Beads are used to show rank or status in culture

Materials for Bead Making

We need simple materials to start bead making. These include:

Different sizes of beads
Nylon thread or fishing line
Needle
Scissors
Clasps and hooks

Steps in Bead Making

Bead making follows simple steps to create good designs. They are:

Plan your design
Choose the right beads
Cut the thread to needed size
Pass the thread through the beads
Tie the end properly
Fix hook or clasp

Teaching Methods

Discussion, Lecture, Storytelling, Demonstration, Group Work, Explanation

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 min
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils if they have seen people wearing beads and shows pictures.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer and describe what they have seen.
Learning Point: Activates prior knowledge

Step 2: Meaning of Bead Making

Time: 5 min
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains what bead making means and its cultural use.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and ask questions.
Learning Point: Understands meaning of bead making

Step 3: Uses of Beads

Time: 5 min
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Discusses the uses of beads and shows bead samples.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe and identify uses.
Learning Point: Learns the uses of beads

Step 4: Materials for Beading

Time: 5 min
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Displays materials and explains their use.
Pupils’ Activity: Touch and name each material.
Learning Point: Recognizes materials for bead making

Step 5: Steps in Bead Making

Time: 5 min
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Describes the steps involved in making a simple bead design.
Pupils’ Activity: Follow and ask for clarification.
Learning Point: Understands steps in bead making

Step 6: Note Taking

Time: 5 min
Teaching Skill: Writing
Teacher’s Activity: Dictates short class notes.
Pupils’ Activity: Write notes in their books.
Learning Point: Retains and records information

Step 7: Evaluation

Time: 5 min
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils questions based on the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond to questions.
Learning Point: Checks understanding

Objective-aligned checks:

Explain the meaning of bead making.
Demonstrate how to arrange beads in a simple pattern.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 5 min
Teaching Skill: Instructional/Cognitive Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the lesson and encourages pupils to try bead making at home.
Pupils’ Activity: Clap and say what they enjoyed.
Learning Point: Reinforces learning and appreciation

Home Task: Describe or illustrate one lesson example of Meaning Of Bead Making and include one safety or performance rule. Do not practise a risky activity without adult supervision.

Lesson Keywords

Bead: small decorative object with a hole
Thread: long thin string used to pass beads
Design: a planned pattern or arrangement
Bracelet: jewelry worn on the wrist
Clasp: a small part used to close beadwork

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Explain what bead making means
List two uses of beads
Mention three materials used in bead making
State any two steps in bead making
Group activity: arrange four beads on a thread

Differentiation

The teacher will assist slower learners with handling materials and encourage peer support during group activities.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure pupils handle materials safely and supervise group work to maintain order and promote collaboration. Use real beads to make the lesson practical and fun.