Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Primary 6

WEEK 3

SUBJECT: HOME ECONOMICS

TERM: 1^ST TERM

CLASS: PRIMARY 6

TOPIC: THE SEWING MACHINE 

LEARNING AREA

1. Sewing Measuring Tools
2. Taking Measurements

  PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES       

1. explain measuring tools.
2. identify measuring tools.
3. take body measurement accurately. 

 INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

The teacher will teach the lesson with the aid of:

Tape, measurement, stick, tailors chalk, pencil, brown paper, fabric, e.g. calico;

A chart showing body measurements; Finished articles sewing tools/equipment.

 REFERENCE MATERIALS

Scheme of Work

 All Relevant Material

Online Information

CONTENT OF THE LESSON 

INTRODUCTION

Measuring Tools are tools used for patterns and body measurements to ensure accuracy and good outfits.

It is important and professional take accurate measurements in order to ensure good outfits. For accurate measurements, the following sewing measuring tools are used.

SEWING MEASURING TOOLS

Measuring and sewing tools for body measurement and garment construction –

1. Tape measure
2. Tailor’s chalk
3. Ruler
4. Scissor
5. Cutting board/table
6. Pin cushion
7. Pins
8. Needle
9. Flat iron
10. Ironing board, etc.

TAKING MALE AND WOMAN BODY MEASUREMENTS

Men’s Sizing Charts

Parts of the body to be measured –

1. Chest

Take measurement up under the arms and around chest.

2. Sleeves

Measure from the base of the neck, across shoulder, down arm to slightly bent elbow and up to wrist. 

3. Waist

Measure circumference at the narrowest part.

4. Hips

Measure at the fullest point, standing with feet together.

5. Hats

Measure around the largest part of the head.

6. Gloves and mitts

On adult gloves and mitts, your hand circumference in inches equals glove size. Measure around a flat hand at the knuckles; do not include thumb.

7. Full length 

Women’s Sizing Charts

Parts of the body to be measured –

1. Bust

Measure all the way around your bust and back on the   line of your nipples.

2. Chest

Measure directly under your breasts, as high up as possible.

3. Waist

Measure at its narrowest point width-wise, usually just above the navel.

4. Hips

Measure around the widest part of the hipbones. 

5. Midway

Measure midway between the widest part of your hips and your waist.

6. Thighs

Measure around fullest part of upper leg while standing.

7. Knees

Measure immediately above the knee.

8. Calves

Measure around fullest part.

9. Upper arm

Measure above your elbows – around fullest part.

10. Forearms

Measure below your elbows – around fullest part.

11. Full length  

 PRESENTATION

Step 1: Teacher revised the  previous topic

Step 2: Teacher introduces the new topic

Step 3: Teacher explains the new topic

Step 4: Teacher welcomes pupils questions

Step5: Teacher evaluates the pupils

Wrap- up (conclusion): Teacher goes over the topic ones again for better understanding

 EVALUATION/ASSIGNMENT

1. Mention four measuring tools;
2. Name five parts of the body to be measured for clothing construction.

3. Take accurate measurements of male and female.