Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Fabric Decoration - Making a decorated tote bag

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Cut and sew decorated fabric to construct a tote bag with handles
- Apply basic sewing techniques including stitching the base, sides and handles of the bag
- Show pride in producing a functional item from self-decorated fabric

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Cut two fabric pieces for the bag body and strips for handles from stencil-decorated fabric
- Sew the base of the bag together, attach the handle strips to the top and sew the sides
- Finish by folding the top edge and sewing for a clean finish; display completed bags in class

How does combining fabric decoration with a practical construction project demonstrate creativity and skill?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 74
- Decorated fabric, sewing thread
- Scissors and needle

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer feedback

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Indigenous Kenyan Craft – Basketry - Basketry items and coiling technique

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify basketry items made using the coiling technique from different Kenyan communities
- Describe materials and tools used in traditional Kenyan basketry
- Show appreciation for basketry as a craft that reflects Kenyan cultural heritage

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study pictures of baskets and identify the coiling technique used in their construction
- Identify communities likely associated with different basketry styles and the materials they use
- Research variety of Kenyan and African basketry and complete a table on community, materials, tools and names

How does the coiling technique in basketry reflect the traditional knowledge and skills of Kenyan communities?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 109
- Reference books
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft – Basketry - Materials and tools in basketry

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify natural and recyclable synthetic materials used in basketry including grass, reeds, sisal and banana fibre
- Distinguish between natural materials and recyclable synthetic materials used in modern basketry
- Show respect for the natural environment through responsible material collection

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the range of natural materials used: grass, reeds, willow, bamboo, straw, sisal and banana fibre
- Identify tools: needle, raffia, scissors, thimble and clips used in coiling basketry
- Study pictures of basketry materials, classify them as natural or recyclable and complete a classification table

Why is it important for a basketry maker to know the properties of different natural and synthetic materials?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 111
- Basketry material samples
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft – Basketry - Materials and tools in basketry

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify natural and recyclable synthetic materials used in basketry including grass, reeds, sisal and banana fibre
- Distinguish between natural materials and recyclable synthetic materials used in modern basketry
- Show respect for the natural environment through responsible material collection

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the range of natural materials used: grass, reeds, willow, bamboo, straw, sisal and banana fibre
- Identify tools: needle, raffia, scissors, thimble and clips used in coiling basketry
- Study pictures of basketry materials, classify them as natural or recyclable and complete a classification table

Why is it important for a basketry maker to know the properties of different natural and synthetic materials?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 111
- Basketry material samples
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft – Basketry - Collecting and preparing basketry materials

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Collect locally available basketry materials from the school environment safely
- Clean, dry, measure, cut and dye collected materials in preparation for weaving
- Develop environmental awareness and patience in preparing materials to the required standard

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Collect straws, grass, sticks and banana fibre from the community while observing safety measures
- Clean and dry collected materials, measure and cut to required length using scissors safely
- Apply dye in different colours to materials and take progress pictures as classmates work

Why is proper preparation of materials an essential first step before beginning a basketry project?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 113
- Collected natural materials, dye
- Scissors and cutting tools

- Observation - Practical assessment - Peer feedback

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Indigenous Kenyan Craft – Basketry - Making a tray using coiling technique

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Follow step-by-step procedure to make a coiled basketry tray using grass and yarn
- Apply the coiling stitch correctly to build up sides of the tray to the desired height
- Show precision and perseverance in producing a neat and structurally sound coiled tray

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Bundle long grass, tie with yarn at one end and form a tight starting loop as the base
- Stitch the coil by wrapping yarn around the grass bundle and through the previous row using a needle
- Continue adding grass to maintain bundle thickness and coil to the desired base diameter and height

What skills and techniques are most important for producing a well-made coiled basketry tray?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 114
- Grass, banana fibre, needle, scissors
- Yarn or raffia

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer feedback

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft – Basketry - Making a mat using coiling technique

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Follow step-by-step procedure to make a coiled mat from braided fabric strips
- Coil and stitch braided strips into a flat spiral mat to the desired size
- Develop creativity using different fabric colours to produce a visually attractive mat

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Cut fabric into 2-inch strips, braid three strands tightly and continue to desired length
- Coil the braided cord into a tight spiral, stitching each row to the previous one with needle and thread
- Continue coiling to desired size, tuck the end under the coil and sew it; display and critique in class

How does the choice of fabric colours and tightness of coiling affect the appearance and durability of the finished mat?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 115
- Old fabric strips, needle, thread
- Scissors

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer feedback

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft – Basketry - Making a mat using coiling technique

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Follow step-by-step procedure to make a coiled mat from braided fabric strips
- Coil and stitch braided strips into a flat spiral mat to the desired size
- Develop creativity using different fabric colours to produce a visually attractive mat

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Cut fabric into 2-inch strips, braid three strands tightly and continue to desired length
- Coil the braided cord into a tight spiral, stitching each row to the previous one with needle and thread
- Continue coiling to desired size, tuck the end under the coil and sew it; display and critique in class

How does the choice of fabric colours and tightness of coiling affect the appearance and durability of the finished mat?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 115
- Old fabric strips, needle, thread
- Scissors

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer feedback

Creating and Performing in Creative Arts and Sports

Indigenous Kenyan Craft – Basketry - Safety measures in basketry

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- State safety measures to observe when making basketry items
- Apply safe working practices including careful needle handling and correct posture
- Develop a responsible attitude towards personal safety during craft activities

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss safety measures: careful needle handling, working in well-ventilated area and wearing gloves
- Practise correct seated posture while working on coiling projects to prevent back and neck strain
- Review completed trays and mats giving polite and constructive critique on quality and finish

How do proper safety practices in basketry protect the learner and improve the quality of the final product?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 116
- Basketry projects in progress
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

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Indigenous Kenyan Craft – Basketry - Assessment and review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Weave a traditional basket using the coiling technique and display it with a written description of its use
- Evaluate basketry products using polite and constructive critique language
- Appreciate the cultural and functional significance of basketry in Kenyan communities

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use the coiling technique to weave a traditional basket and set up a display in class with descriptions
- Provide constructive feedback on each other's baskets using polite language and structured criteria
- Answer assessment questions on basketry materials, tools, techniques and cultural significance

How does completing a full basketry project develop patience, creativity and cultural appreciation?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 117
- Completed basketry items
- Exercise books

- Practical assessment - Peer feedback - Self-assessment

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Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Showcasing artwork for appreciation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe different pieces of artwork including drawings, paintings, montages, decorated fabric and basketry items
- Prepare a display area within school spaces and arrange artwork neatly for appreciation
- Appreciate the importance of presenting artwork in an organised and appealing manner

- Study pictures of artworks and describe each piece, sharing what aspects are most appealing
- Watch video clips showcasing drawings, montage pictures, paintings, decorated fabric and basketry in a display and discuss how lighting, arrangement and labelling enhance appreciation
- Organise a class display of learner artwork, label each piece with name and brief description, and invite teachers and peers to visit and give feedback

Why is it important to display and present artwork in an organised and thoughtful manner for an audience to appreciate?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 134
- Learner artwork (drawings, paintings, montages, fabric, basketry)
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Observation - Peer feedback

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Showcasing artwork for appreciation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe different pieces of artwork including drawings, paintings, montages, decorated fabric and basketry items
- Prepare a display area within school spaces and arrange artwork neatly for appreciation
- Appreciate the importance of presenting artwork in an organised and appealing manner

- Study pictures of artworks and describe each piece, sharing what aspects are most appealing
- Watch video clips showcasing drawings, montage pictures, paintings, decorated fabric and basketry in a display and discuss how lighting, arrangement and labelling enhance appreciation
- Organise a class display of learner artwork, label each piece with name and brief description, and invite teachers and peers to visit and give feedback

Why is it important to display and present artwork in an organised and thoughtful manner for an audience to appreciate?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 134
- Learner artwork (drawings, paintings, montages, fabric, basketry)
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Observation - Peer feedback

Appreciation in Creative Arts and Sports

Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports - Factors for displaying artworks

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- State the specific factors to consider when displaying basketry items, drawings and paintings
- Apply display techniques such as labelling, framing, appropriate lighting and grouping by size or material
- Show responsibility in setting up and maintaining a creative and appealing artwork display

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss factors for displaying basketry: labelling materials and technique used, grouping by size or shape and choosing whether to hang or shelf the items
- Discuss factors for drawings: framing, displaying one by one or on a board, and using lighting to reveal shading and details
- Discuss factors for paintings: choosing frames, labelling with artist name and medium, and displaying in open places for good colour visibility

What factors must be considered when displaying different types of artworks to help viewers enjoy and appreciate them fully?

- Champion Creative Arts and Sports Grade 8 pg. 135
- Learner artwork samples
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation