Class: Primary 4

Term: 1st Term

Week: 10

Age: 9 years

Duration: 40 minutes

Date:

Period:

Subject: Basic Science And Technology

Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology

Topic: Method Of Shape Construction

Content: Folding, bending, casting

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

  • Demonstrate how to fold and bend objects.
  • List 3 methods of shape construction

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:

  • Sheets of paper
  • Objects like cardboard, paper, and clay for bending and folding demonstration
  • Visual aids (pictures or diagrams of folded and bent objects)

Rationale for the Lesson:


Understanding the methods of shape construction is important for students to appreciate how various objects are made and to develop problem-solving skills.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:


Students should have basic knowledge of shapes and objects.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Method Of Shape Construction

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Point/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Introduction 5 minsIntroduce the topic Explain the topic and its importance. Ask questions to assess prior knowledge.Respond to questions and listen attentively.
Folding Objects 10 minsDemonstrationDemonstrate how to fold objects like paper into shapes such as a cylinder or cone.Observe and try folding paper into simple shapes.
Bending Objects 10 minsDemonstrationDemonstrate how to bend objects like cardboard into shapes like a box or funnel.Attempt to bend objects and create shapes.
Casting Objects 5 minsDiscussionDiscuss the concept of casting objects. Show pictures or diagrams.Participate in the discussion and ask questions.
Evaluation 5 minsQuestion and AnswerAsk questions about folding, bending, and casting methods.Answer questions individually.
Conclusion 5 minsRecap and DiscussionSummarize the lesson and encourage students to explore shape construction at home.Share what they’ve learned.

Note to Pupils:

Methods Of Shape Construction 

  1. Folding: Folding involves creating shapes by bending a flat material, such as paper, along specific lines or edges to form geometric shapes like squares, rectangles, triangles, or even more complex shapes like cylinders and cones.
  2. Bending: Bending entails reshaping materials like cardboard or metal into new forms by curving or flexing them, objects like boxes, cylinders, or funnels can be made through bending.
  3. Casting: Casting involves making a mold and then pouring a liquid or molten material (like melted wax or metal) into the mold to create a specific shape. This method can be introduced in a simplified way for basic understanding.
  4. Cutting and Assembling: Cutting out shapes from materials like paper or cardboard and then assembling them together is another method. It allows to create complex shapes and objects by combining simpler components.
  5. Modeling: Modeling involves shaping pliable materials like clay or playdough by hand to create various forms and shapes.

Evaluation:

  1. What are some methods of shape construction we discussed today?
  2. Can you give an example of an object you can create by folding?
  3. Can you give an example of an object you can create by bending?

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