Making Of Local Instruments (Primary 2)

• Class: Primary 2
• Term: 3rd Term
• Week: 5
• Age: 8 years
• Duration: 40 minutes
• Subject: Basic Science and Technology
• Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology
• Previous Lesson: Gathering and cutting of local instruments
• Topic: Making of Local Instruments
• Content: Steps in Making Local Instruments

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain: List the steps involved in making local instruments.
• Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of creating local instruments.
• Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate the process of making a simple local instrument.
• Social Domain: Collaborate with peers to create a local instrument.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
• NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
• Online Information from wikiHow – 6 Ways to Make a Simple Musical Instrument
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Samples of local instruments
• Pictures of local instruments
• Craft materials (bamboo, calabash, strings, etc.)
• Chart showing steps in making local instruments

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the making of local instruments helps pupils appreciate their cultural heritage and develop creativity and practical skills. It also enhances their knowledge of how things are made and fosters teamwork.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have gathered and cut materials for making local instruments in the previous lesson.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Learning Area: Making of Local Instruments

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

Lesson Content

Making of Local Instruments

Making local instruments involves several steps. These steps help us create beautiful and functional instruments that reflect our culture and traditions. Below are the steps to make a simple local instrument:

1. Gather Materials: Collect materials like bamboo, calabash, and strings.
2. Cut the Materials: Cut the materials to the required sizes and shapes.
3. Assemble the Parts: Join the parts together using strings or other binding materials.
4. Decorate the Instrument: Add designs or colors to make the instrument attractive.
5. Test the Instrument: Play the instrument to ensure it works properly.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to;

1. List the materials needed to make a local instrument.
2. Describe the steps in making a local instrument.
3. Demonstrate one step in the process of making a local instrument.
4. Explain why it is important to make local instruments.

Note for teachers using my lesson plan:
Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, timing and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils’ comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!