Card Making and Decoration – Basic 5 Cultural & Creative Arts Lesson Note (First Term)

Behavioural Objectives:

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

1. List different types of cards.
2. Itemize the uses of various types of cards.
3. List materials needed for making cards.
4. Create cards for a specific ceremony.

Keywords: Card Making, Decoration, Types of Cards, Materials, Ceremony

Set Induction:

• Show examples of various types of cards (e.g., birthday cards, thank you cards, wedding cards) to spark interest.

Entry Behaviour:

• Pupils should be familiar with basic art materials and previous art activities.

Learning Materials:

• Examples of different types of cards, art supplies (e.g., paper, markers, glue, scissors), decorations (e.g., stickers, ribbons).

Instructional Materials:

• Visual aids, sample cards, craft materials.

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:

• Discuss previous art projects involving paper and decoration, linking to card making and its purposes.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Creativity, planning, fine motor skills, attention to detail.

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 5 Cultural and Creative Arts.

Content:

1. Types of Cards: 

• Birthday Cards: Used to celebrate birthdays. 
• Thank You Cards: Used to express gratitude. 
• Wedding Cards: Sent to invite guests to weddings or to congratulate the newlyweds. 
• Greeting Cards: General cards for various occasions like holidays. 
• Invitation Cards: Used to invite people to events such as parties or ceremonies. 

  Uses of Cards: 

• Birthday Cards: To wish someone a happy birthday and celebrate their special day. 
• Thank You Cards: To show appreciation for gifts or kind actions. 
• Wedding Cards: To invite guests to a wedding or congratulate the couple. 
• Greeting Cards: To send well wishes and celebrate occasions. 
• Invitation Cards: To inform and invite people to events or gatherings. 

  Materials for Making Cards: 

• Paper: Cardstock or construction paper. 
• Markers/Pens: For drawing and writing. 
• Glue: For attaching decorations. 
• Scissors: For cutting paper. 
• Decorations: Stickers, ribbons, glitter, and other embellishments. 

  Creating Cards for a Specific Ceremony: 

• Choose the type of card needed (e.g., birthday, thank you). 
• Gather materials (paper, markers, glue, decorations). 
• Design and decorate the card according to the ceremony (e.g., birthday balloons, wedding flowers). 
• Write a message that fits the occasion. 

Evaluation (Fill-in-the-Blank Questions):

1. A card used to celebrate birthdays is called a ________ card. a) Thank You b) Invitation c) Birthday d) Wedding 
2. ________ cards are used to express gratitude. a) Birthday b) Greeting c) Thank You d) Invitation 
3. For making cards, you need materials like paper, glue, and ________. a) Paint b) Scissors c) Fabric d) Clay 
4. A card used to invite people to an event is called an ________ card. a) Greeting b) Birthday c) Thank You d) Invitation 
5. ________ is an example of a decoration you might use on a card. a) Glue b) Ruler c) Ribbon d) Scissors