Lesson Plan for Primary 6 - Home Economics - The Sewing Machine

**Lesson Plan: The Sewing Machine** **Grade Level:** Primary 6 **Lesson Duration:** 60 minutes **Subject:** Home Economics **Topic:** The Sewing Machine **Objectives:** - Students will understand the basic parts of a sewing machine. - Students will learn the safety precautions to take when using a sewing machine. - Students will get hands-on experience operating a sewing machine. **Materials Needed:** - Diagram of a sewing machine (printed or projected) - One or more sewing machines - Fabric swatches - Thread - Needles - Scissors - Safety goggles or glasses **Introduction (10 minutes):** 1. **Greeting and Introduction:** - Welcome students and introduce the topic of the day, "The Sewing Machine." - Briefly explain the importance of sewing machines in everyday life and the textile industry. 2. **Discussion:** - Ask students if they have seen a sewing machine before or if they have any prior experience using one. - Introduce the parts of the sewing machine using a diagram. **Parts of the Sewing Machine (10 minutes):** - Use the diagram to explain the primary parts: - Needle - Presser foot - Bobbin and bobbin case - Foot pedal - Handwheel - Stitch selector - Thread guides - Tension control - Feed dogs - Engage students by asking them to find these parts on the actual sewing machine. **Safety Precautions (10 minutes):** - Discuss the importance of safety when using a sewing machine: - Always keep fingers and hands away from the needle. - Make sure the machine is turned off when threading or when not in use. - Wear safety glasses to protect eyes from broken needles. - Ensure the sewing area is well-lit and clutter-free. - Give a demonstration on turning the machine on and off safely. **Hands-On Practice (20 minutes):** 1. **Setting Up the Machine:** - Show students how to thread the sewing machine correctly. - Demonstrate how to wind the bobbin and insert it into the bobbin case. 2. **Basic Stitches:** - Demonstrate a straight stitch and a zigzag stitch. - Allow students to practice these stitches on fabric swatches. - Walk around to assist students and check their progress. **Assessment and Conclusion (10 minutes):** - **Review:** - Recap the parts of the sewing machine and the safety precautions discussed. - Ask students to name the parts of the sewing machine and describe the function of each. - **Q&A:** - Allow students to ask questions about the lesson. - **Practice Assignment:** - Provide students with fabric swatches to take home and practice sewing straight lines and zigzag stitches under the supervision of a parent or guardian (if possible). - **Wrap-Up:** - Thank the students for their participation and encourage them to practice sewing as it is a valuable life skill. **Homework/Extension:** - Ask students to draw a labeled diagram of a sewing machine and write a few sentences about the function of each part. - Encourage them to discuss what they learned with their family members. **Additional Notes:** - Ensure each student gets a chance to operate the sewing machine. - Be patient and provide positive reinforcement to encourage a supportive learning environment.


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