- Class: Primary 6
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 5
- Age: 11 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Basic Science and Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology
- Previous Lesson: Production of Primary Colours
- Topic: Production of Secondary Colours
- Content: Guidelines for Production of Secondary Colours
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify the primary colours that combine to form secondary colours.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of colours in everyday life.
- Psychomotor Domain: Mix primary colours to produce secondary colours accurately.
- Social Domain: Collaborate effectively with classmates during the colour-mixing activity.
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 Color Meanings – What Are Secondary Colors and How Are They Created?
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Colour mixing charts
- Red, blue, and yellow paints
- Mixing trays and brushes
- White drawing papers
- Water containers for cleaning brushes
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding how secondary colours are produced is crucial because it allows pupils to explore creativity and recognize the role of colours in art, design, and everyday life. It also forms the foundation for more advanced studies in art and design.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils should already be familiar with primary colours (red, blue, yellow) from previous lessons and have basic experience with mixing paints.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Production of Secondary 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 | 5 min | Discussion | Set Induction | Begin by reviewing primary colours and ask pupils what happens when two primary colours are mixed. | Pupils will respond by recalling what they know about primary colours. | Reinforces the understanding of primary colours. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 min | Demonstration | Direct Instruction | Explain that mixing two primary colours will produce a secondary colour. Demonstrate by mixing red and blue to make purple. | Pupils observe and note the colour change during the demonstration. | Understanding the basic concept of secondary colour production. |
| Step 3: Guided Practice | 10 min | Hands-on Activity | Collaborative Learning | Distribute paints, trays, and papers to each group. Instruct them to mix red and yellow to make orange and blue and yellow to make green. | Pupils work in pairs or groups to mix the colours and observe the results. | Practice and reinforcement of mixing skills. |
| Step 4: Class Discussion | 5 min | Q&A | Interactive Learning | Ask pupils to describe what they observed during the mixing activity. Discuss how these colours are used in daily life (e.g., art, fashion). | Pupils share their observations and listen to peers’ feedback. | Deepening the understanding of secondary colours in everyday contexts. |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 min | Lecture | Summary | Guide pupils to copy the classroom notes on secondary colours. | Pupils copy notes into their exercise books. | Reinforcement of lesson content through writing. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 min | Oral Assessment | Feedback | Ask pupils questions to assess their understanding of secondary colour production. | Pupils answer questions orally. | Assess pupils’ grasp of the lesson’s objectives. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 min | Wrap-up | Recap | Summarize the key points and encourage pupils to explore mixing colours at home. | Pupils listen and reflect on the lesson. | Recapping solidifies knowledge and encourages independent exploration. |
Lesson Content
Production Of Secondary Colours
Secondary colours are colours that are made by mixing two primary colours. They include orange, green, and purple.
How to Produce Secondary Colours:
- Mix red and yellow to get orange.
- Mix blue and yellow to get green.
- Mix red and blue to get purple.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- What two primary colours do you mix to make green?
- How do you produce the colour orange?
- Which secondary colour is made by mixing blue and red?
- Why are secondary colours important in our daily lives?
- Describe an activity where you might use secondary colours.
