Class: Primary 4
Term: 1st Term
Week: 8
Age: 9 years
Period:
Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Subject: Basic Science And Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Science
Topic: Color
Content: Primary and secondary colors. Colors and nature of rainbow. Producing new colors.
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define color.
- State the result of the mixture of primary colors.
Reference Materials:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Course Book
- Online Information
- Textbooks (List your relevant textbook here)
Instructional Materials:
- Colored paper or cards (primary colors: red, blue, yellow)
- White paper
- Water
- Paintbrushes
- Charts or diagrams showing the rainbow
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding color is important as it helps us identify and appreciate the beauty in the world around us. It also forms the basis for various art and design concepts.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have a basic understanding of colors and may be familiar with primary colors.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Color
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Point/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 5 mins | Introduce the lesson | Explain the topic of color. Ask questions to assess prior knowledge. | Respond to questions and engage in discussion. |
| Primary and Secondary Colors | 10 mins | Demonstration | Show primary colors (red, blue, yellow) and discuss how they can be mixed to create secondary colors (e.g., red + blue = purple). | Observe the colors and the process of mixing. |
| Colors and Nature of Rainbow | 10 mins | Discussion and Diagrams | Use diagrams to explain how rainbows are formed from sunlight passing through water droplets, dispersing into different colors. | Discuss the concept and view rainbow diagrams. |
| Producing New Colors | 10 mins | Practical Activity | Conduct a simple experiment: mixing primary colors to produce new colors. | Participate in the experiment, mixing colors and noting the results. |
| Evaluation | 5 mins | Question and Answer | Ask questions about the lesson content and objectives. | Answer questions individually. |
| Conclusion | 5 mins | Recap and Discussion | Summarize the lesson and encourage further exploration of color. | Share what they’ve learned. |
Note to Pupils:
Color
Color is the way we perceive different shades like red, blue, and yellow.
Primary Colors:
These are the most basic colors that cannot be created by mixing other colors together.
- Red
- Blue
- Yellow
Secondary Colors:
These are colors that are created by mixing two primary colors together.
- Green – Created by mixing yellow and blue.
- Orange – Created by mixing red and yellow.
- Purple – Created by mixing red and blue
Rainbows
Rainbows are formed when sunlight passes through water droplets, creating beautiful bands of colors.
Evaluation:
- What are the primary colors?
- How are secondary colors created?
- How is a rainbow formed?
Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.
