Scribbling and creating varieties of free lines for Primary 1

Class: Primary One
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme: Arts and Crafts
Focal competence: Scribbling and drawing lines
Key competencies/values: Creativity and Innovation
Skills:

• Scribbling
• Creating varieties of free lines

Previous Lesson: Proper pencil grip and wrist movement
Topic: Scribbling And Drawing: Free Lines
Subject Matter: Scribbling, creating varieties of free lines

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

• Identify different types of free lines.
• Explain what it means to scribble with control.

Affective Domain

• Show enjoyment in creating various lines.
• Appreciate the use of lines in simple patterns.

Psychomotor Domain

• Scribble freely with control.
• Create varieties of free lines such as long, short, thick, thin, straight, curved, wavy, and zigzag.
• Make a simple pattern or picture using free lines.

Social Domain

• Work cooperatively with classmates during art activities.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Cultural and Creative Arts for Primary 1 textbook
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Teacher-made example charts showing different free lines and simple patterns
• Drawing paper or exercise books
• Pencils
• Crayons or colours

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is important as it introduces young learners to fundamental drawing skills through scribbling and creating free lines, which are foundational to artistic expression. It helps pupils develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, essential for both art and writing. Understanding lines also enhances their ability to observe and interpret visual information in their environment.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge of holding a pencil or crayon and making simple marks on paper.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Scribbling And Drawing: Free Lines

What is Scribbling?

Scribbling is making quick, random, or uncontrolled marks on a surface with a pencil, crayon, or other drawing tool. For art, we learn to scribble with control.

What are Free Lines?

Free lines are lines drawn without the use of a ruler or other drawing aids. They can be any shape or direction and are made by moving the hand freely.

Types of Free Lines

There are many types of free lines we can draw:

1. Straight Lines: Lines that go directly from one point to another without bending. They can be long or short.
2. Curved Lines: Lines that bend smoothly, like a rainbow or a smile.
3. Wavy Lines: Lines that go up and down like waves in the ocean.
4. Zigzag Lines: Lines that change direction sharply and quickly, like the teeth of a saw.
5. Thick Lines: Lines that are wide and bold.
6. Thin Lines: Lines that are narrow and light.

Controlling Scribbling and Line Drawing

To draw well, we need to control our hand movements. This means:

1. Controlling Direction: Making lines go where we want them to go (up, down, sideways, round).
2. Controlling Pressure: Pressing hard to make thick or dark lines, and pressing lightly to make thin or light lines.

Making Simple Patterns and Pictures with Free Lines

We can use different free lines to create beautiful patterns and simple pictures. For example:

1. Many zigzag lines can look like mountains.
2. Many wavy lines can look like water.
3. A mix of straight and curved lines can form a house or a flower.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Demonstration, Guided Practice, Question and Answer, Explanation, Observation, Practical Activity

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Activating Prior Knowledge

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them to show how they hold their pencils. The teacher then asks what kind of marks they can make on paper.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils greet the teacher, show how they hold their pencils, and make some random marks on their papers.

Learning Point: Pencil holding and basic marks

Step 2: Explanation of Scribbling

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what scribbling is and demonstrates how to scribble freely on the board, then shows how to scribble with a little control, making sure the marks stay within a certain area.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration and try to scribble freely and then with some control on their papers.

Learning Point: Controlled scribbling technique

Step 3: Introduction to Free Lines

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Explanation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains that scribbles can become lines. The teacher then defines free lines and demonstrates drawing simple straight and curved free lines on the board using the teacher-made chart.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, observe the demonstration, and try drawing simple straight and curved lines on their papers.

Learning Point: Concept of free lines

Step 4: Demonstrating Varieties of Free Lines

Time: 8 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates drawing different types of free lines: long, short, thick, thin, wavy, and zigzag lines, using the chart as a guide. The teacher also explains how to control pressure for thick/thin lines.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe carefully, identify the different line types, and practice drawing each type on their papers, focusing on controlling direction and pressure.

Learning Point: Varieties of free lines

Step 5: Guided Practice – Creating Free Lines

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to create a full page of varied free lines, encouraging them to mix different types (e.g., a row of wavy lines, then zigzag, then thick straight lines). The teacher moves around to provide individual support.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils actively create a page of varied lines, experimenting with different types, directions, and pressures.

Learning Point: Creating varied free lines

Step 6: Creating Simple Patterns/Pictures

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Application/Creativity

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher shows examples of how free lines can be combined to make simple patterns or pictures (e.g., a house with straight and zigzag lines, a flower with curved lines). The teacher encourages pupils to try making their own simple pattern or picture.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils attempt to combine different free lines to create a simple pattern or picture on their paper.

Learning Point: Patterns from free lines

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. Show me an example of a straight line you drew.
2. Can you draw a wavy line for me?
3. What does it mean to scribble with control?
4. Show me a thick line and a thin line you made.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Identification and creation of lines

Step 8: Note-Taking

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Writing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to copy the essential Board Summary notes on scribbling, free lines, and their types into their notebooks.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the notes carefully into their notebooks.

Learning Point: Recording lesson content

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher praises the pupils for their effort and creativity, reminding them that drawing starts with simple lines and controlled scribbles. The teacher encourages them to keep practicing at home.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and tidy up their materials.

Learning Point: Creative expression through lines

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework / Practice Exercise

Instruction: Practice drawing different types of free lines and create a simple picture using them.

1. On a clean page in your exercise book, draw five long straight lines.
2. Draw five short curved lines.
3. Draw five wavy lines.
4. Draw five zigzag lines.
5. Use a mix of these lines to draw a simple picture of a sun, a house, or a tree.

Lesson Keywords

• Scribbling – Making quick, random marks on paper.
• Free Lines – Lines drawn without a ruler or guide.
• Straight Line – A line that goes directly without bending.
• Curved Line – A line that bends smoothly.
• Wavy Line – A line that moves up and down like waves.
• Zigzag Line – A line that changes direction sharply.
• Control – Guiding your hand to make specific marks.

Differentiation

Support for weaker learners: Provide pre-drawn outlines for scribbling within or give larger drawing tools like chunky crayons. Offer more one-on-one guidance during line creation.
Extension for faster learners: Encourage them to create more complex patterns or combine more line types to form detailed pictures. Challenge them to draw a picture using only one type of free line.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For further visual learning, search on YouTube for: “Primary 1 scribbling and free lines art lesson” or “drawing basic lines for kids”.

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, ensure you have prepared your example charts showing various free lines and simple patterns made from them. Have enough pencils, crayons, and paper for every pupil. Begin by engaging pupils with simple questions about drawing to activate their prior knowledge. During the demonstration of scribbling and line types, ensure all pupils can see clearly. Encourage pupils to experiment with different pressures to create thick and thin lines. Circulate among pupils during guided practice to offer individual feedback and support. Emphasise that there is no “wrong” way to make a free line, but encourage control. Pupils should copy the Board Summary notes during Step 8. Conclude by reinforcing the fun and importance of creative expression through drawing.