• Class: Primary 3
  • Term: 2nd Term
  • Week: 4
  • Age: 8 years
  • Period:
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Date:
  • Subject: Cultural And Creative Arts
  • Curriculum Theme: Cultural And Creative Arts
  • Topic: Creating Drama From A Story Book
  • Content: Meaning Of Drama

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

  • Cognitive Domain: Define the term “drama.”
  • Affective Domain: Express emotions through simple dramatic activities.
  • Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate basic dramatic movements.
  • Social Domain: Collaborate with peers in creating a simple drama.

Reference Materials:

  • 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
  • Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
  • NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
  • Online Information
  • Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

  • Storybook
  • Pictures illustrating drama
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Chart or board for drawing
  • Simple props (optional)

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the meaning of drama is crucial for developing creativity, communication skills, and teamwork, essential aspects of personal and social development.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have a basic understanding of stories and characters.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Drama

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeacher’s ActivityPupils’ ActivityLearning Point
Introduction 5 minsDiscussionQuestion and AnswerAsk students if they know what drama is.Respond to questions and share ideas.Understand the meaning of drama.
Definition of Drama 10 minsExplanationConcept MappingDefine drama and create a concept map on board.Listen and participate in creating the concept map.Cognitive development: Define the term “drama.”
Expressing Emotions 5 minsDemonstrationRole-playDemonstrate expressing emotions through simple dramatic activities.Imitate and practice expressing emotions through role-play.Affective domain: Express emotions through drama.
Basic Dramatic Movements 5 minsDemonstrationModelingModel basic dramatic movements (e.g., walking, gesturing).Imitate and practice basic dramatic movements.Psychomotor domain: Demonstrate basic dramatic movements.
Collaborative Drama 5 minsGroup ActivityGroup DiscussionDivide students into groups. Assign a simple scenario and ask them to create a short drama.Work collaboratively in groups to create and perform the drama.Social domain: Collaborate with peers in creating a simple drama.
Note taking 5 minsWriting Note MakingSummarize key points on drama in the notebook.Take notes in their notebooks.Consolidate understanding of drama concepts.
Evaluation 2 minsQuestion and AnswerOral QuestionsAsk questions to assess comprehension of drama concepts.Answer questions orally.Assess understanding of drama concepts.
Conclusion 3 minRecapRecap and DiscussionSummarize the lesson and highlight key learnings.Share one thing they’ve learned from the lesson.Reinforce understanding of drama concepts.

Classroom Note:

Drama

Drama is when people act out a story or a situation. It involves expressing emotions and telling a story through actions and words.

Expressing Emotions

  1. Facial Expressions:
    • Show emotions through facial expressions such as smiling for happiness, frowning for sadness, or raising eyebrows for surprise.
  2. Body Language:
    • Use body language to convey emotions; for example, standing tall and open for confidence, or slouching for sadness.
  3. Verbal Communication:
    • Express emotions through words by using appropriate tone and volume. For instance, speaking loudly to show excitement or softly to convey calmness.
  4. Artistic Expression:
    • Create artwork, drawings, or paintings that represent different emotions. Colors, shapes, and strokes can convey feelings effectively.
  5. Dramatic Activities:
    • Act out emotions through dramatic activities, such as role-playing or creating short skits to express happiness, sadness, anger, or surprise.

Evaluation:

  1. What is the definition of drama?
  2. Can you express happiness through a simple dramatic activity?
  3. How did you collaborate with your group in creating a drama?

Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.