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TERM: 2ND TERM

WEEK TEN

Class: Junior Secondary School 3

Age: 14 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: CULTURAL AND CREATIVE ARTS (CCA)

Topic: BATIK WORK

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Explain the meaning of batik

II.)  Identify materials and tools for batik

III.) Identify the techniques and processes for batik project

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the concept of batik and identify materials and tools for batik

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher state and describe the techniques/ processes for batik project

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

BATIK WORK

Batik is a traditional method of textile design and production, originating from Indonesia. It involves applying wax to fabric in specific patterns or designs before dyeing the fabric, resulting in areas covered by wax resisting the dye and remaining the original color of the fabric. This process can be repeated with different colors to create intricate and colorful designs.

Materials and tools for batik

Materials and tools used in batik work include:

  1. Fabric: Cotton is commonly used due to its ability to absorb wax and dye well, but other natural fibers such as silk can also be used.
  2. Wax: Traditionally, a mixture of beeswax and resin is used, but paraffin wax or soy wax can also be used. The wax is melted and applied to the fabric using a tool called a tjanting (a small metal cup with a spout) or a brush.
  3. Dyes: Fabric dyes are used to color the fabric. These can be natural or synthetic dyes, and they come in a variety of colors.
  4. Tools for Applying Wax: Tjantings, brushes, stamps, or even improvised tools like toothpicks or sponges can be used to apply wax to the fabric.
  5. Containers for Dyeing: Large containers or vats are used to hold the dye baths.
  6. Hot Plate or Stove: Used to melt the wax before applying it to the fabric.

Batik Project

Making a batik project involves several techniques and processes:

  1. Designing: The first step is to design the pattern or motif that will be applied to the fabric. This can be done freehand or using stencils or templates.
  2. Wax Application: Once the design is planned, wax is applied to the fabric using a tjanting, brush, or other tools. The wax acts as a resist, preventing dye from penetrating the covered areas.
  3. Dyeing: After the wax has dried, the fabric is dyed in the first color. The areas covered in wax will resist the dye, while the uncovered areas will absorb it.
  4. Wax Removal and Additional Waxing: After dyeing, the fabric is dried, and the wax is removed by boiling or ironing. If additional colors or layers are desired, the process of waxing and dyeing is repeated, with wax applied to different areas of the fabric to create new designs or colors.
  5. Final Wax Removal and Finishing: Once all the dyeing and waxing are complete, the remaining wax is removed from the fabric, usually by boiling or ironing. The fabric may then be washed and dried before being used in sewing or other textile projects.

EVALUATION: 1.  What is the meaning of batik

  1. Identify 5 materials and tools for batik
  2. Identify and describe 4 techniques and processes for batik project

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positive