Lesson Note on Uses Of Color (Basic 1)

Class: Primary 1

Term: 1^st Term

Week: 7

Age: 6 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Subject: Basic Science and Technology 

Curriculum Theme: Basic Science

Topic: Colors: Uses of Colors

Content: Uses of colors

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Mention uses of color.
2. Mention areas where color is important.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:

1. Colorful Visual Aids:

• Pictures or posters showcasing various colors and objects associated with those colors (e.g., red apple, blue sky, yellow sun).
• Color swatches or samples displaying different shades and hues for students to observe and identify.

2. Objects in Different Colors:

• Bring in objects in different colors (e.g., colored blocks, crayons, colored pencils, toys) for students to explore and identify the colors.
• Use these objects to reinforce color recognition and vocabulary.

3. Color Wheel:

• Create a large color wheel with different color segments labeled.
• Use the color wheel to teach students about primary colors (red, blue, yellow) and how they can be combined to create secondary colors (orange, green, purple).

4. Art Supplies:

• Provide art supplies such as colored paper, paints, markers, and crayons.
• Engage students in hands-on activities where they can create artwork using different colors.

Teacher’s Aide:

1. Visual Examples:

• Prepare visual examples or photographs that demonstrate the different uses of color, such as colorful clothing, artworks, nature scenes, and signs.
• Show these examples to the students and discuss the specific uses of color in each context.

2. Role Play:

• Organize a role-playing activity where students can pretend to be different characters (e.g., artist, fashion designer, traffic officer) and discuss how color is used in their roles.
• Encourage students to express their ideas and thoughts about the importance of color in their respective roles.

3. Colorful Objects:

• Bring in a variety of colorful objects (e.g., fruits, toys, household items) and ask students to identify the purpose or use of each object based on its color.
• Facilitate a discussion on how colors make these objects visually appealing or help distinguish their functions.

4. Color Cards:

• Create color cards with the names of various colors written on them.
• Give each student a color card and ask them to find objects or pictures in their surroundings that match their assigned color.
• Have students share their findings and explain how the identified objects or pictures use color.

5. Collaborative Artwork:

• Provide a large piece of paper or canvas.
• Divide the students into groups and assign each group a specific theme (e.g., nature, transportation, food).
• Ask each group to collaborate and create a colorful artwork related to their assigned theme, discussing the importance of color in representing their chosen subject.

6. Multimedia Presentations:

• Use multimedia presentations, such as slideshows or videos, to showcase different real-life examples of color usage in various contexts (e.g., advertisements, interior design, sports events).
• Discuss with students how colors are strategically used to evoke emotions, convey messages, or attract attention.

Instructional Procedures

Content Development: Uses of Colors

Note:

Colors: Colors are everywhere in our daily lives.

Uses of Color

1. Clothing
2. Art
3. Traffic Signals
4. Expressing emotions

Areas where color is important

1. Nature
2. Home
3. School
4. Transportation

We can find and appreciate colors in everything around us.

Evaluation Questions:

• What are some uses of color?
• Why are colors important in different areas?

Note to Teachers:

Please note that the actual content of the lesson, teaching methods, and pupil activities may vary based on your specific teaching style, curriculum, or resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs