Cultural and Creative Art Scheme of Work for Primary 3
The primary focus of the Cultural and Creative Art Scheme of Work for Primary 3 is to introduce students to various aspects of culture, arts, and creativity. The scheme is designed to engage students in exploring and appreciating their environment, learning about traditional fabrics and dresses, delving into different forms of art and crafts, and understanding the world of music, both locally and globally. The scheme is divided into three terms, with each term focusing on specific themes and topics.
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First Term Cultural and Creative Art Scheme of Work for Primary 3
The first term’s focus is on nature drawing, where students are encouraged to explore their environment and express their observations through drawings. The objectives include enabling students to describe their environment, list things found in it, care for it, and draw items from the environment. The content covers the meaning of the environment, elements present in the environment (trees, grasses, animals, roads), caring for the environment, and basic drawing techniques.
Activities for this term include explanations about the environment, displaying pictures of a clean environment, listing items found in the environment, and explaining how to care for it. Students are encouraged to listen and observe, identify elements in the environment, and draw and color these elements. The teaching and learning resources include pictures of a clean environment, drawing materials like pencils and colors, and visual aids to assist in understanding.
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| WEEK | TOPIC | OBJECTIVES | CONTENT | ACTIVITY | TEACHING AND LEARNING RESOURCES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 – 3 | Introduction to Nature Drawing | Describe environment, Draw things | Meaning of environment, Things in environment | Explain environment, Draw things, Care tips | Pictures, Pencils, Colors, Environment pictures |
| 4 – 6 | Types of Flowering Plants | Identify plants, Draw and Color flowers | Meaning of flowering plants, Types of flowers | Show examples, Demonstrate drawing flowers | Diagrams, Flowers, Colors, Drawing books |
| 7 | Mid-Term Test | Assess understanding | All topics | Mid-term assessment | |
| 8 & 9 | Creating a Drama Sketch | Create a play sketch from a story | Play creation, Improvisation | Explain play creation, Improvise a play sketch | Textbooks, DVDs, TV, Pencils |
| 10 | Traditional Fabrics and Dresses | Identify fabrics, Draw traditional dresses | Traditional fabrics and dresses | List fabrics, Show samples, Draw dresses | Fabrics, Dresses, Samples, Drawing materials |
| 11 | Revision | Review concepts learned | All topics | Review and preparation for examination | |
| 12 & 13 | Examination | Assess understanding | All topics | Final examination |
Second Term Cultural and Creative Art Scheme of Work for Primary 3
The second term focuses on performing arts and entertainment. The sub-theme for this term is “Entertainment,” and the students are introduced to the creation of drama sketches. The objectives include teaching students how to create a drama sketch from a story, emphasizing themes such as teamwork, patriotism, unity, courtesy, and dignity of labor. The content covers the process of play creation through scripting or improvisation, leading to the actual participation in play creation.
Activities include explaining the meaning of play creation, showing examples of different themes, and guiding students through the process of play creation. Students are encouraged to participate in creating improvised plays based on given storylines. Teaching resources include textbooks, DVDs, VCDs, and television programs that showcase drama sketches.
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| WEEK | TOPIC | OBJECTIVES | CONTENT | ACTIVITY | TEACHING AND LEARNING RESOURCES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 – 3 | Use of Lines in Designs | Identify types of lines, Use lines in designs | Meaning of line, Types of lines | Explain line types, Demonstrate line use | Cardboard papers, markers, pencils, colors |
| 4 – 6 | Staging | Identify staging requirements of a play | Meaning of staging, Requirements for staging | Explain staging, Discuss requirements | Script samples, costumes, lights, etc. |
| 7 | Mid-Term Test | Assess understanding | All topics | Mid-term assessment | |
| 8 – 10 | Traditional Fabrics and Dresses | Mention importance of traditional dresses | Importance of traditional dresses | Observe samples of traditional fabrics/dresses | Sample fabrics, display samples |
| 11 | Revision | Review concepts learned | All topics | Review and preparation for examination | |
| 12 & 13 | Examination | Assess understanding | All topics | Final examination |
Third Term Cultural and Creative Art Scheme of Work for Primary 3
The third term explores the theme of customs and traditions, with a focus on fashion and accessories. Students learn about traditional fabrics and dresses, identifying different types of traditional fabrics and dresses from various parts of Nigeria. They also draw and illustrate these traditional fabrics and dresses. The objectives include identifying and explaining the significance of traditional fabrics and dresses in Nigerian culture.
Activities involve explaining the meaning of fashion accessories, displaying different types of traditional fashion accessories, and encouraging students to observe and appreciate these accessories. Teaching and learning resources include samples of traditional fabrics and dresses, visual aids, and images that showcase the variety of traditional fashion accessories.
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| WEEK | TOPIC | OBJECTIVES | CONTENT | ACTIVITY | TEACHING AND LEARNING RESOURCES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 – 3 | Methods of Modelling Objects with Clay/Plasticine | Identify modelling methods, Mould objects | Meaning of modelling, Modelling with clay/plasticine | Explain methods, Demonstrate pinching and coiling | Clay/Plasticine, boards, spatulas, knives, water, molds |
| 4 – 6 | Staging | Identify stages of play production | Stages of play production process | Explain staging, Discuss play production stages | Scripts, costumes, lights, etc. |
| 7 | Mid-Term Test | Assess understanding | All topics | Mid-term assessment | |
| 8 – 10 | Traditional Fashion Accessories | Explain fashion accessories, Identify types | Meaning of fashion accessories, Types of accessories | Explain and display traditional accessories | Jewelries, corals, combs, shells |
| 11 | Revision | Review concepts learned | All topics | Review and preparation for examination | |
| 12 & 13 | Examination | Assess understanding | All topics | Final examination |
Overall Evaluation and Assessment
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Throughout the scheme of work, students’ learning progress is assessed using various methods such as observation, class participation, listening comprehension, written assignments, and tests. The mid-term and end-of-term tests provide a comprehensive evaluation of students’ understanding and retention of the topics covered.
The Cultural and Creative Art Scheme of Work for Primary 3 provides a well-rounded and engaging curriculum that introduces students to various aspects of culture, creativity, performing arts, and artistic expression. Through different themes and topics, students are encouraged to explore, appreciate, and participate in various forms of cultural and creative activities. The scheme emphasizes interactive learning, hands-on experiences, and understanding the value of cultural heritage in a diverse society.