Production Of Primary Colours (Primary 6)

Mercy Egwim
September 4, 2024
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Class: Primary 6
Term: 1st Term
Week: 4
Age: 11 years

Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Basic Science And Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology
Previous Lesson: Colour Separation
Topic: Production of Primary Colours

Content: Guidelines of Production of Primary Colours

Performance Objectives:

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

Cognitive Domain: Identify the primary colours and describe the process of producing them.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of primary colours in art and design.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate the mixing of colours to produce primary colours.
Social Domain: Collaborate with peers in group activities to explore colour production.

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 Britannica – Primary color | Definition, Models, Mixing, Examples, & Facts
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Colour wheels
Paints (Red, Blue, Yellow)
Mixing palette
Paintbrushes
White paper sheets

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the production of primary colours is essential as it forms the foundation of colour theory, which is crucial in various aspects of art, design, and daily life applications like fashion, interior design, and more.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils are familiar with the concept of colours and have learned about secondary colours in previous lessons.

Instructional Procedures:

Learning Area: Production of Primary Colours

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

Content Development	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teachers Activity	Pupils Activity	Learning Point
Step 1: Introduction (Set Induction)	5 mins	Discussion	Questioning	Introduce the topic by asking pupils to recall primary colours.	Pupils respond by naming primary colours.	Pupils recall primary colours: Red, Blue, and Yellow.
Step 2: Explanation	10 mins	Demonstration	Visual Aids	Explain the production of primary colours using the colour wheel.	Pupils observe and listen attentively.	Pupils understand how primary colours are produced.
Step 3: Practical Activity	10 mins	Hands-on	Group Work	Demonstrate mixing paints to produce primary colours.	Pupils work in groups to replicate the mixing process.	Pupils gain hands-on experience in mixing colours.
Step 4: Note Taking	5 mins	Lecture	Direct Instruction	Guide pupils to copy the classroom notes on production of primary colours.	Pupils write down the notes.	Pupils consolidate their understanding by writing.
Step 5: Evaluation	5 mins	Oral Assessment	Q&A	Ask questions based on the lesson objectives to assess understanding.	Pupils answer the questions orally.	Pupils demonstrate their grasp of the content through responses.
Step 6: Conclusion	3 mins	Summary	Recap	Summarize the key points of the lesson.	Pupils listen and ask final questions if needed.	Pupils reinforce their knowledge and clarify doubts.
Step 7: Teaching Strategy	2 mins	Interactive	Reinforcement	Encourage pupils to apply what they’ve learned in their art activities.	Pupils express excitement and readiness to use new skills.	Pupils are motivated to use primary colours in creative projects.

Lesson Content

Production of Primary Colours

Primary colours are the basic colours that cannot be made by mixing other colours. They are red, blue, and yellow. These colours are important because they can be mixed to create a wide variety of other colours.

Guidelines of Production:

Red: One of the primary colours that cannot be created by mixing other colours.
Blue: Another primary colour, essential for creating green and purple.
Yellow: The final primary colour, crucial for making green and orange.