Term: 1st Term

Week: 9

Class: Basic 2

Age: 8 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Subject: Basic Technology 

Topic: Preparing A Place For Moulding 

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

– mention the steps in preparing a place for moulding 

Instructional Materials:

  • Clay or playdough
  • Sand
  • Water
  • Tray or board
  • Teacher’s chart

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Content Development: Preparing a Place for Moulding

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Points/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Step 110 minIntroduction – Ask pupils if they have ever played with clay or playdough.
– Discuss the need for a proper place to mould.
– Respond to teacher’s questions.
– Share their experiences.
Step 210 minExplanation– Explain the importance of a flat and clean surface.
– Discuss the materials needed for preparing the place (clay, sand, water).
– Listen attentively.
– Ask questions for clarity.
Step 310 minDemonstration– Demonstrate spreading sand on the tray.
– Emphasize the need to spread it evenly.
– Observe the demonstration.
– Share their thoughts.
Step 45 minGroup Activity– Let pupils start moulding shapes with the clay or playdough on the wet sand.– Mold different shapes with the clay/playdough.
Step 55 minEvaluation – Ask pupils to mention the steps in preparing a place for moulding.– Respond to the teacher’s question.
– Share their understanding.
Step 65 minNote Writing– Pupils copy the summarized note on preparing a place for moulding into their notebooks.– Copy the note into their notebooks.

Note:

Steps in preparing a place for moulding

1. Choose a location

2. Spread clay

3.  Wet the clay 

4. Start moulding 

Evaluation:

Ask the following questions to evaluate the lesson 

  1. What are the steps involved in preparing a place for moulding?
  2. Why is it important to wet the sand before moulding?

Teaching Aids:

  • Teacher’s chart with step-by-step visuals
  • Tray or board with sand
  • Clay or playdough
  • Water

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 available resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.