Care of Tools and Equipment Used in Arts, Performing Arts and Entertainment: Meaning, Classification and Proper Care | Primary 6 (Basic 6) Second Term Week 5 Cultural and Creative Arts

CARE OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED IN ARTS, PERFORMING ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT: MEANING, CLASSIFICATION AND PROPER CARE

CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ARTS (CCA)

PRIMARY 6 – FIRST TERM – WEEK 5

THEME –  ARTS AND CRAFTS 

PREVIOUS LESSON – Forms of Dance: Meaning, Types, Notable Nigerian Dancers, Their Contributions to National Development and Dance Performance | Primary 6 (Basic 6) Second Term Week 4 Cultural and Creative Arts

TOPIC – CARE OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED IN ARTS, PERFORMING ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT 

LEARNING 

1. Introduction

2. Meaning and Classification of Tools and Equipment

3. Proper Care and Importance of Tools and Equipment

4. Weekly Assessment: Test Questions and Answers/Assignment

6. Summary

LEARNING OBJECTIVES 

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

1. Explain the meaning of tools and equipment used in Arts, Performing Arts, and Entertainment.

2. Classify the different types of tools and equipment used in visual arts, music, drama, and dance.

3. Identify common tools and equipment used in each area of Cultural and Creative Arts.

4. Explain the proper ways of caring for tools and equipment.

5. State the importance of caring for tools and equipment.

6. Demonstrate the correct care and storage of selected tools and equipment.

ENTRY BEHAVIOUR

Pupils have previously learned about drawing, painting, music, dance, drama, and play production. During these activities, they used different tools and equipment.

This lesson builds on that knowledge by teaching pupils how to classify, use, care for, and properly store these tools and equipment to ensure they remain safe and durable.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

The teacher will teach the lesson with the aid of:

1. Pencils and erasers

2. Paint brushes and palettes

3. Rulers and scissors

4. Clay and modelling tools

5. Musical instruments (drum, recorder, shekere, gong, keyboard)

6. Drama costumes and stage props

7. Dance costumes and shoes

8. Microphone (if available)

9. Charts or pictures showing different tools and equipment

METHOD OF TEACHING

Choose a suitable and appropriate methods for the lessons.

Note – Irrespective of choosing methods of teaching, always introduce an activities that will arouse pupil’s interest or lead them to the lessons. 

REFERENCE MATERIALS

1. Scheme of Work

2. 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum

3. Course Book

4. All Relevant Material

5. Online Information

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

INTRODUCTION

Every activity in Cultural and Creative Arts requires special tools and equipment. Artists use brushes and pencils, musicians use musical instruments, actors use costumes and props, while dancers use costumes and other dance materials. These tools are valuable and should be used carefully.

In this lesson, pupils will learn the meaning of tools and equipment, how they are classified, and the proper ways to care for them so that they remain safe, clean, and useful for a long time.

LESSON 1 – MEANING OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT 

Tools and equipment are the materials, instruments, and devices used to create artworks, perform music, dance, drama, and other entertainment activities.

Proper care of these tools helps them last longer and remain safe for use.

CLASSIFICATION of TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

1. Visual Arts Tools

These are tools used for drawing, painting, modelling, and craft work.

Examples:

• Pencils

• Erasers

• Paint brushes

• Palettes

• Rulers

• Scissors

• Clay tools

2. Music Tools and Equipment

These are instruments used for producing musical sounds.

Examples:

• Drum

• Piano or keyboard

• Guitar

• Recorder

• Flute

• Shekere

• Gong

3. Drama and Theatre Equipment

These are materials used during drama and stage performances.

Examples:

• Costumes

• Stage props

• Microphones

• Lighting equipment

• Curtains

• Makeup kits

4. Dance Equipment

These are items used during dance performances.

Examples:

• Dance costumes

• Dance shoes

• Headgear

• Beads

• Musical instruments

LESSON 2 – PROPER CARE OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

To keep tools and equipment in good condition:

1. Clean them after use.

2. Store them properly in a safe and dry place.

3. Handle them carefully to avoid damage.

4. Repair damaged tools immediately.

5. Keep sharp tools away from young children.

6. Avoid exposing equipment to rain, heat, or moisture.

7. Return tools to their proper storage after use.

8. Use each tool only for its intended purpose.

IMPORTANCE OF CARING FOR TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Proper care helps to:

1. Increase the lifespan of tools and equipment.

2. Prevent accidents and injuries.

3. Save money on repairs and replacement.

4. Keep tools clean and ready for use.

5. Improve the quality of artistic performances and creative work.

6. Promote responsibility among learners.

LESSON 3 – WEEKLY ASSESSMENT: TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS/ASSIGNMENT 

A. Multiple Choice Questions

1. Tools and equipment are materials used to ______.

A. prepare food

B. build houses

C. create artworks and performances

D. wash clothes

2. Which of the following is a visual arts tool?

A. Paint brush

B. Drum

C. Microphone

D. Costume

3. Which of the following belongs to drama and theatre equipment?

A. Sand

B. Stage props

C. Palette

D. Stage props

4. One proper way to care for tools and equipment is to ______.

A. leave them outside after use

B. throw them on the floor

C. clean and store them properly

D. expose them to rain

5. Caring for tools and equipment helps to ______.

A. shorten their lifespan

B. prevent accidents and increase durability

C. make them dirty

D. waste money

B. Fill in the Gaps

Use the following words to complete the sentences: store, clean, drum, tools, costume

6. Artists use different ______ to create artworks.

7. A ______ is a musical instrument.

8. Drama performers wear a ______ during a play.

9. We should ______ tools after using them.

10. Always ______ tools and equipment in a safe place.

C. True or False

11. Tools and equipment should be cleaned after use. ______

12. Musical instruments should be handled carelessly. ______

13. Proper storage helps tools last longer. ______

14. Stage props are used during music performances. ______

15. Caring for tools helps to prevent accidents. ______

D. Match Column A with Column B.

Column A – Column B

16. Paint brush – A. Used for painting

17. Drum – B. Makes voices louder

18. Costume – C. Drama performance

19. Microphone – D. Keeps tools in good condition

20. Safe storage – E. Musical instrument

ANSWER KEYS

1. C – Create artworks and performances

2. A – Paint brush

3. D – Stage props

4. C – Clean and store them properly

5. B – Prevent accidents and increase durability

6. tools

7. drum

8. costume

9. clean

10. store

11. True

12. False

13. True

14. False

15. True

16. A – Used for painting

17. E – Musical instrument

18. C – Drama performance

19. B – Makes voices louder

20. D – Keeps tools in good condition

SUMMARY

In this lesson, pupils learned that tools and equipment are the materials, instruments, and devices used in visual arts, music, drama, dance, and entertainment to produce creative works and performances.

Pupils classified these tools and equipment into visual arts tools, musical instruments, drama and theatre equipment, and dance equipment, and identified common examples in each category.

They also learned the proper ways of caring for tools and equipment, such as cleaning them after use, handling them carefully, storing them in a safe and dry place, repairing damaged items, protecting them from moisture, and using each tool for its intended purpose.

Finally, pupils understood that caring for tools and equipment helps to increase their lifespan, prevent accidents, save money on repairs and replacement, keep them ready for use, improve the quality of creative work, and promote responsibility among users.

PRESENTATION

To deliver the lesson, the teacher adopts the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction – The teacher displays different Cultural and Creative Arts tools and equipment such as a paint brush, drum, costume, microphone, scissors, and palette. The teacher asks pupils to identify them and state where they are used.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils identify the tools and equipment and mention their uses.

Step 2: Meaning of Tools and Equipment – The teacher explains that tools and equipment are the materials, instruments, and devices used in visual arts, music, drama, dance, and entertainment to produce creative works and performances.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils explain the meaning of tools and equipment in their own words.

Step 3: Classification of Tools and Equipment – The teacher explains the different classifications of tools and equipment:

• Visual Arts Tools

• Music Tools and Equipment

• Drama and Theatre Equipment

• Dance Equipment

The teacher displays examples of each category.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils identify and classify the displayed tools and equipment correctly.

Step 4: Proper Care of Tools and Equipment – The teacher explains and demonstrates how to care for tools and equipment by:

• Cleaning them after use.

• Handling them carefully.

• Storing them properly in a safe, dry place.

• Repairing damaged items when necessary.

• Protecting them from heat, rain, and moisture.

• Using each tool for its intended purpose.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils demonstrate the correct way to clean, handle, and store selected tools.

Step 5: Practical Demonstration – The teacher allows pupils to clean, arrange, and properly store some classroom art and music materials after use.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils practise cleaning, arranging, and storing the materials correctly.

Step 6: Group Activity – The teacher divides the class into four groups and assigns the following activities:

• Group 1: Explain the meaning of tools and equipment.

• Group 2: Classify the tools and equipment into visual arts, music, drama, and dance.

• Group 3: Demonstrate the proper care of selected tools and equipment.

• Group 4: State the importance of caring for tools and equipment.

Each group presents its work to the class.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils discuss, classify, demonstrate, and present their assigned tasks.

Step 7: Lesson Summary – The teacher reviews the meaning, classification, proper care, and importance of caring for tools and equipment used in Arts, Performing Arts, and Entertainment.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils answer oral questions and summarise the lesson.

Step 8: Evaluation – The teacher asks oral and written questions and observes pupils as they identify, classify, clean, and properly store different tools and equipment.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils answer the evaluation questions and demonstrate the correct care and storage of selected tools and equipment.

CONCLUSION

To conclude the lesson for the week, the teacher revises the entire lesson and links it to the following week’s lesson.

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LESSON EVALUATION 

Teacher asks pupils,

1. Explain the meaning of tools and equipment used in Arts, Performing Arts, and Entertainment.

2. Classify the different types of tools and equipment used in visual arts, music, drama, and dance.

3. Identify common tools and equipment used in each area of Cultural and Creative Arts.

4. Demonstrate the proper care and storage of selected tools and equipment.

5. State at least five importance of caring for tools and equipment.

6. Explain why careful handling, proper cleaning, and safe storage help tools and equipment last longer and remain safe for use.