Lesson Plan for Primary 6 - Home Economics - Income Yielding Crafts

## Lesson Plan: Income Yielding Crafts ### Grade Level Primary 6 ### Subject Home Economics ### Duration 60 minutes ### Topic Income Yielding Crafts ### Objectives By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Understand the concept of crafts as a source of income. 2. Identify different types of income-yielding crafts. 3. Learn basic crafting techniques. 4. Create a simple craft project. ### Materials Needed - Assorted beads - String or elastic thread - Scissors - Glue - Colored paper and markers - Examples of income-yielding crafts (e.g., handmade jewelry, greeting cards, keychains) - Craft kits (optional) - Whiteboard and markers ### Lesson Procedure #### I. Introduction (10 minutes) 1. **Greeting and Attendance**: Greet the students and take attendance. 2. **Interest Generation**: Show examples of crafts that can generate income, such as handmade jewelry, greeting cards, and keychains. Explain briefly how these items can be sold to make money. 3. **Discussion**: Ask questions to get students thinking: - What are some crafts you have made before? - Have you ever sold anything you made? - Why do you think someone would buy a handmade craft? #### II. Teacher's Input (15 minutes) 1. **Explain the Concept**: Describe what income-yielding crafts are and how they can be a source of income. Mention that even children can engage in this as a hobby or small business. 2. **Types of Crafts**: Identify and explain different types of crafts that can yield income: - Jewelry making (e.g., bracelets, necklaces) - Paper crafts (e.g., greeting cards) - Fabric crafts (e.g., bookmarkers, small bags) 3. **Basic Techniques**: Demonstrate basic techniques for making a simple craft, such as a beaded bracelet. Show how to string beads onto an elastic thread and tie a secure knot. #### III. Guided Practice (20 minutes) 1. **Project Introduction**: Inform students that they will be creating a simple beaded bracelet. 2. **Distribution of Materials**: Hand out beads, string, and scissors to each student. 3. **Step-by-Step Guidance**: Guide the students through the process of making their bracelets: - Select beads and lay them out in a desired pattern. - Measure and cut the string/elastic to the appropriate length. - String the beads onto the elastic. - Tie a knot and secure it with a drop of glue (if using non-elastic string). 4. **Support**: Walk around the classroom offering support and answering questions as needed. #### IV. Independent Practice (10 minutes) 1. **Creation Time**: Allow students time to complete their bracelets independently. 2. **Encouragement**: Encourage creativity and individuality in their designs. #### V. Conclusion (5 minutes) 1. **Show and Tell**: Have students share their finished bracelets with the class. 2. **Discussion on Income Generation**: Circle back to the initial concept of income-yielding crafts. Discuss ways they could potentially sell their crafts (e.g., school fairs, family and friends, online). 3. **Review and Recap**: Briefly review the key points of the lesson. 4. **Homework Assignment**: Assign students to think of another craft they could make and how they would market and sell it. They can present their ideas in the next class. ### Assessment 1. **Observation**: Assess students’ participation during the crafting activity. 2. **Completed Craft**: Evaluate the quality and creativity of the finished bracelet. 3. **Discussion Participation**: Note students’ contributions during discussions. ### Extension For students who finish early or need a challenge, provide additional materials for creating more advanced crafts, such as more complex bead patterns or introducing other craft materials. ### Cleanup Ensure students help clean up their materials and workspace before leaving the classroom. **End of Lesson** This lesson plan aims to introduce the concept of income-yielding crafts in an engaging and practical manner, fostering creativity, basic business understanding, and fine motor skills.