# Lesson Plan: Garment Construction
## Junior Secondary 2 – Home Economics
### Subject
Home Economics
### Topic
Garment Construction
### Grade Level
Junior Secondary 2
### Time Frame
Double period (90 minutes)
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### Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will:
1. Understand the basic concepts and importance of garment construction.
2. Identify the tools and materials required for garment construction.
3. Demonstrate basic garment construction techniques, such as measuring, cutting, and stitching.
4. Understand safety practices in garment construction.
### Materials Needed
- Fabric (cotton recommended for beginners)
- Measuring tape
- Scissors
- Tailor's chalk
- Needles and thread (or sewing machine, if available)
- Pins
- Patterns/pattern paper
- Safety equipment (e.g. needle guards, thimble)
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### Lesson Outline
#### Introduction (15 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Roll Call** (5 minutes)
- Welcome the students and take attendance.
2. **Introduction to Garment Construction** (10 minutes)
- Define garment construction and explain its relevance.
- Discuss how garment construction relates to everyday life and potential career opportunities.
#### Instruction (35 minutes)
1. **Tools and Materials** (10 minutes)
- Introduce students to the essential tools and materials used in garment construction.
- Display the tools and explain their uses.
- Ensure students understand the importance of using each tool correctly to avoid accidents.
2. **Basic Techniques** (25 minutes)
- **Measuring** (10 minutes): Show students how to correctly use a measuring tape to take body measurements. Emphasize the importance of accurate measurements.
- **Cutting** (5 minutes): Demonstrate how to lay out fabric and use a pattern to cut fabric pieces accurately.
- **Stitching** (10 minutes): Teach basic hand-stitching techniques (running stitch, backstitch) and/or demonstrate using a sewing machine, if available.
#### Practical Activity (25 minutes)
1. **Hands-On Practice** (5 minutes setup + 20 minutes activity)
- Distribute fabric, patterns, needles, thread, and other necessary materials.
- Guide students in taking measurements, marking, and cutting their fabric pieces.
- Offer support as they start stitching their pieces together.
- Students attempt to construct a simple garment piece, like a basic apron or a small pillowcase.
#### Safety Practices (10 minutes)
- Discuss key safety practices, such as handling scissors and needles safely, avoiding loose clothing near sewing machines, and ensuring a clean workspace.
- Show the correct way to store and handle sharp tools.
#### Conclusion & Assessment (5 minutes)
- **Review**: Recap the key points of the lesson.
- **Questions and Answers**: Open the floor for any questions or clarifications.
- **Assessment**: Students will exhibit their work and receive feedback. Teacher assesses each student's understanding through their practical work and answers to questions.
### Homework Assignment
- **Assignment**: Students to research different types of fabrics and write a one-page report on the properties of three types of fabrics (e.g., cotton, silk, polyester).
### Follow-up Lesson
- Next class will focus on more advanced stitching techniques and combining fabric pieces into larger garment projects.
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### Notes for Teachers
- Ensure each student has adequate space to work.
- Monitor students closely to provide assistance and ensure safety.
- Adjust the level of difficulty according to the students' pace and understanding.
- Incorporate multimedia resources (videos, diagrams) if available for better comprehension.