Lesson Plan for Primary 6 - Cultural and Creative Arts - Tie And Dye (contd)

### Lesson Plan: Tie and Dye (Continued) **Grade Level:** Primary 6 **Subject:** Cultural and Creative Arts **Duration:** 60 minutes **Topic:** Tie and Dye (continued) **Objective:** - Students will review the basics of tie and dye techniques. - Students will demonstrate advanced tie and dye methods. - Students will create a unique tie and dye pattern on a fabric piece. ### Materials: - Plain white cotton fabric pieces (pre-washed and cut) - Fabric dyes in various colors - Rubber bands - Plastic squeeze bottles - Plastic table covers / Newspapers - Plastic gloves - Buckets for soaking fabric - Towels/paper towels for cleaning up ### Introduction (10 minutes): 1. **Welcome and Recap:** - Welcome students and review what they learned in the previous lesson about basic tie and dye techniques. - Demonstrate different types of folds and bindings (e.g., spiral, accordion fold, bullseye). 2. **Discussion:** - Discuss the importance of tie and dye in different cultures around the world. - Show examples of advanced tie and dye patterns and discuss what makes them unique. ### Main Activity (40 minutes): 1. **Demonstration (10 minutes):** - Demonstrate two advanced tie and dye techniques: 1. **Shibori:** Show how to use wooden blocks, strings, and other objects to create intricate patterns. 2. **Ice Dyeing:** Show how to place ice on fabric and sprinkle dye powder for a watercolor effect. 2. **Safety and Preparation (5 minutes):** - Explain and demonstrate the safety procedures. Ensure all students are wearing gloves and working in a well-ventilated area. - Set up workstations with necessary materials and cover tables with plastic table covers or newspapers. 3. **Hands-On Activity (25 minutes):** - **Step-by-Step Guidance:** - Assist students in folding and binding their fabric using the advanced techniques demonstrated. - Guide students as they apply dyes using their chosen method. - Allow students to personalize their fabric by choosing their own color combinations. 4. **Soaking and Cleanup:** - After dye application, show students how to let the fabric sit for a set period to allow the dye to set. - Assist in clean-up, ensuring students wash their hands thoroughly and the workspace is tidied up. ### Conclusion (10 minutes): 1. **Discussion:** - Gather the students and discuss the completed projects. - Ask students to share their experiences, challenges, and what they learned from using the advanced techniques. 2. **Reflection and Sharing:** - Allow students to display their work. - Encourage students to reflect on the different tie and dye methods and which they found most interesting or effective. ### Assessment: - Observe students' participation and creativity during the hands-on activity. - Assess the completed tie and dye projects based on creativity, use of technique, and color application. - Provide individual feedback and encouragement. ### Extension: - Invite students to research other traditional textile techniques from different cultures. - Plan a future lesson on Batik or another textile art technique. ### Notes: - Prepare a rinse and drying plan for completed tie and dye projects. - Consider the possibility of a tie and dye exhibition or fashion show for the class to display their work to parents and the school community.