New Revised NERDC Primary 1 Cultural and Creative Art Scheme of Work
NERDC Third Term Primary 1 Cultural and Creative Arts Scheme of Work
Week 1: Ceremonies in Nigeria
1. Content: Knowledge: 1. Meaning of ceremony. 2. Types of ceremonies.
Share stories of weddings or prayers. Show types with pictures. Kids act simple ones.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. define ceremonies; 2. name some types of ceremonies with examples.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: Leads class discussion on ceremonies. Shows video on Nigerian ceremonies. The teacher talks examples, plays video for real views.
ii. Students Activities: Participate in discussion and describe ceremonies with examples. Watch video on ceremonies in Nigeria. Kids join talks, describe, watch to learn.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Traditional Attires; Calabash; Traditional Staff; Traditional Songs; Traditional Prayers; Traditional Musical Instruments; Rosary; Cross; Plastic Kettle; Praying Mat; Bible; Quran; Religious Songs; Prayers; Praying Beads.
Week 2-3: Body Beautification
1. Content: 1. Meaning of body beautification. 2. Traditional Methods of Beautification. 3. Modern Methods of Beautification. 4. Face and Body Painting. Skills: Making a simple face designs.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. state the meaning of body beautification; 2. differentiate between traditional and modern methods of beautification; 3. make simple face designs.
3. Key Competencies and Value: Creativity and Innovation as pupils demonstrate resilience when making simple beads using strings and beads. ICT and Digital Competencies as pupils use video to enhance learning about body beautification and decoration. These build real skills. They prepare for life.
5. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: Leads discussion on body decoration. Shows charts and videos on beautification. Guides bead-making. The teacher talks decoration, shows charts video, helps beads.
ii. Students Activities: Participate in discussion on body decoration and beautification. Observe charts and identify local beautification. Discuss local items for body decoration. Create simple hand beads. Watch videos on henna and other beautification. Kids join talks, spot local, discuss items, make beads, watch more.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Pictures of hair styles; Pictures of decorations; Beads; Henna; Make-up; Strings, etc.
Week 4-5: Cultural Rhymes
1. Content (Knowledge and Skill): Knowledge: 1. Reciting rhymes. 2. Demonstration of rhymes with body movements. Skills: 1. Interpreting rhymes with body movement. 2. Observation and ability to replicate.
Sing rhymes with moves. Show meanings. Kids copy and add.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. recite popular rhymes; 2. demonstrate rhymes using bodily movement; 3. replicate what they observe; 4. identify morals or lessons from rhymes.
3. Key Competencies and Value: Communication as pupils use body movements and hand gestures to convey ideas. Creativity and Innovation as pupils use their imagination to create movements that enhance their performance of a rhyme. These guide holistic. They prepare society.
5. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: Leads singing of rhymes. Demonstrates movements. Shows video performances. The teacher sings first, shows moves, plays video.
ii. Students Activities: Sing rhymes in songs. Use movements and gestures to interpret rhymes. Watch performances and replicate. Identify morals or lessons from rhymes. Kids sing along, move to interpret, copy from video, spot lessons.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Rhymes; Audio-visual equipment.
Week 6-8: Folktales
1. Content: 1. Meaning of folktales. 2. Morals of folktales.
Tell short tales. Ask for morals lesson gain from the stories. Let the pupils sing from the stories.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. explain the meaning of folktales; 2. identify the morals in folktales; 3. sing songs by listening to the lyrics and tune and interpret the songs.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: Leads discussion on meaning of folktales. Tells folktales. Guides song singing from folktales. The teacher talks meanings, tells stories, helps sing.
ii. Students Activities: Participate in discussion on meaning of folktales. Listen to folktales and identify lessons. Sing songs in traditional folktales and tell lessons. Kids join talks, listen spot, sing tell.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Folktales; songs.
Week 7: Mid-Term Break
Mid-term test on weeks 1 to 6. Questions on ceremonies and rhymes.
Week 9-10: Songs
1. Content: 1. Meaning of songs; 2. Types of songs; 3. Traditional Folk Songs; 4. Songs About Environment; 5. Songs in Festivals and Celebrations; 6. Body Movement to Music.
Explain songs with examples. Teach types, let kids sing and move.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. define a song; 2. identify types of songs; 3. Listen to simple songs; 4. sing different types of songs; 5. Perform simple actions to songs.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: Leads discussion on meaning of songs. Plays simple songs. Guides clapping and actions. The teacher talks meanings, plays tunes, helps clap move.
ii. Students Activities: Participate in discussion to explain meaning of a song. Respond vocally and repetitively to songs. Clap to the rhythm of songs. Sing songs. Kids join explain, respond repeat, clap, sing.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Songs; Audio-visual equipment.
Week 11: Revision
Revise all term. Practice songs, discuss.
Week 12: Examination
Start exam on term topics.
Week 13: Examination, Marking & Vacation
End exams, mark record. Vacation.
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers About Primary 1 Cultural and Creative Arts Scheme of Work
1. What is the main focus of the Primary 1 Cultural and Creative Arts scheme of work?
It builds basic skills in arts, culture, and performance. Kids learn through play to grow creativity.
2. How many terms does the scheme cover?
Three terms, each with 13 weeks. Includes breaks and exams.
3. What resources do teachers need for lessons?
Simple items like pencils, paper, videos, and cultural artifacts. They make lessons hands-on.
4. Are there extensions for topics?
Yes, complex ones like arts or shapes extend over two weeks. This gives more practice time.
5. How does the scheme help student growth?
It ties in competencies like creativity and collaboration. Kids apply skills in real ways.
6. What happens in week 7 each term?
Mid-term break with a test on prior weeks. Checks learning so far.
7. Can teachers add their own activities?
Yes, as long as they match objectives. Keeps classes fresh.
8. Why include culture in arts?
It teaches values and heritage. Helps kids know their roots.
9. How to assess performance?
Through objectives like making crafts or reciting rhymes. Simple and clear.
10. Where to find more on NERDC schemes?
Check NERDC site or related lesson plans. Updates there.
This scheme gives teachers a solid plan for Primary 1 Cultural and Creative Arts. It mixes fun with learning for better results. Use it to make classes engaging.
For more, link to NERDC site for full guides. Or check sites like education.gov.ng for updates. Internal links could go to lesson notes or plans on your site.
Source: New Revised NERDC Primary 1 Cultural and Creative Art Curriculum