Class: Junior Secondary School 2 (JSS2, JSS 2)
Term: 1st Term
Week: 10
Age: 13 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Cultural And Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme: Cultural And Creative Arts
Previous Lesson: Colour Application and Craft Decoration
Topic: Painting
Subject Matter: Definition of Painting, Types of Painting: Still-life Painting, Nature Painting, Landscape Painting

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:
(a) Define painting as an art form.
(b) Identify and describe the different types of painting.
Affective Domain:
(a) Appreciate painting as a means of creative expression.
(b) Show interest in observing artworks around them.
Psychomotor Domain:
(a) Demonstrate simple painting techniques using brush and color.
Social Domain:
(a) Cooperate with classmates during painting discussions and group exercises.

Reference Materials

The following resources was used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Lagos State Unified Scheme of work for Junior Secondary Schools
Britannica – “Painting | Definition, History, Elements, and Facts” (https://www.britannica.com/art/painting)
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Samples of paintings (charts, prints, or framed works)
Paints, brushes, and palettes
Sketch pad or drawing paper
Color wheel chart
Pictures showing still-life, nature, and landscape paintings

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson enables students to understand painting as a creative art form, identify its main types, and appreciate the role of painting in visual expression and communication.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have previously learned about drawing and design, and can identify basic art materials and color application techniques.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Painting

Painting is the act of applying color to a surface such as paper, canvas, wood, or wall using tools like brushes, knives, or fingers to create artistic images or expressions. It is a creative art form that communicates ideas, emotions, and beauty through color and composition.

Types of Painting

Painting can be classified into various types based on the subject matter or what the artist chooses to represent.

Still-life Painting

Still-life painting is the art of painting non-living objects arranged in a pleasing way. These objects are often things like fruits, bottles, books, flowers, or utensils placed on a table.

The following are examples of objects used in still-life painting:

Fruits such as apples, oranges, and bananas.
Household items like cups, plates, and bottles.
Flowers in vases.
Books or musical instruments arranged on a surface.

Nature Painting

Nature painting shows the beauty of living things or natural surroundings such as plants, animals, and rivers. It focuses on the realistic depiction of what exists in nature.

The following are examples of nature painting:

Paintings of animals like birds, fish, or lions.
Paintings of flowers, trees, and plants.
Paintings of natural bodies like rivers, waterfalls, or mountains.
Paintings showing weather scenes like rain or sunlight.

Landscape Painting

Landscape painting is the art of painting outdoor scenes showing wide views of land, sky, trees, and human activities in nature. It represents the beauty of the environment and often includes hills, valleys, roads, and buildings.

Examples of landscape painting include:

Paintings of rural farmlands or villages.
Paintings showing sunsets, beaches, or fields.
Cityscapes showing streets, buildings, and roads.
Mountain or forest scenes.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques:

Discussion, Lecture, Explanation, Demonstration, Visual Aids, Group Work

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher displays different pictures of paintings and asks pupils to describe what they see.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe and share what they think each picture represents.
Learning Point: Pupils become familiar with the concept of painting.

Step 2: Definition of Painting

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher defines painting, explains how it is done, and shows painting tools.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and identify some painting materials.
Learning Point: Pupils understand what painting means and its purpose.

Step 3: Types of Painting

Time: 12 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion and Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains still-life, nature, and landscape painting with visual examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, observe, and ask questions.
Learning Point: Pupils can identify and differentiate between types of painting.

Step 4: Practical Demonstration

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates a simple still-life or nature painting using paints and brushes.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils attempt simple painting on their papers.
Learning Point: Pupils practice basic painting skills.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher writes the summary on the board for pupils to copy.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy notes into their books.
Learning Point: Pupils have a written summary of the lesson.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

Define painting.
Mention the three main types of painting.
Give two examples of still-life painting.
What is nature painting?
List any two examples of landscape painting.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond orally to the questions.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate their understanding of the lesson objectives.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher summarizes key points and encourages pupils to observe and appreciate paintings in their environment.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and show appreciation for the art of painting.
Learning Point: Pupils realize the creative and expressive importance of painting.

Lesson Keywords

Painting – applying color on a surface to create an image or design
Still-life – painting of arranged non-living objects
Nature – painting of living things or natural surroundings
Landscape – painting of outdoor scenes and environment
Art – human creativity expressed visually through drawing or painting

Differentiation

Teacher provides visual aids and demonstrations for slower learners, while faster learners assist in identifying and naming examples of paintings.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Encourage creativity by allowing pupils to express themselves freely during painting demonstrations. Use real-life objects for still-life and ensure materials are safely handled.