Welcome back, young scholars! Today, we are going to learn introduction to drawing and Songs that promotes national values . Let’s get started!
🎯 Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
- Identify and explain different types of drawing.
- Sing songs that promote national values, including “Nigeria My Beloved Country.”
- Draw simple illustrations related to national symbols.
- Demonstrate teamwork by singing with peers.
🎨 Introduction to Drawing
Drawing is a way of expressing our ideas and feelings. It helps us to communicate without using words. Today, we will learn about different types of drawing and explore how they are used in art.
🔍 What is Drawing?
Drawing is the act of using lines to create pictures, shapes, or designs with tools like pencils, crayons, or markers. It can be simple or detailed, depending on the type of drawing.
🖌️ Types of Drawing
There are many types of drawing, and each has its purpose. Some major examples include:
- Sketching: Quick, rough drawing without much detail.
- Illustrative Drawing: Detailed drawing used to tell a story or explain an idea.
- Cartoon Drawing: Drawings of characters, often used in comics or animation.
- Technical Drawing: Precise drawings used in engineering and design.
- Still Life Drawing: Drawings of non-living objects like bottles, fruits or furniture.
- Nature Drawing: Drawing things like trees, flowers, or animals.
- Life Drawing: Drawing people or objects as they appear in real life.
- Imaginative Drawing: Creating drawings from your imagination or ideas.
- Landscape Drawing: Drawing outdoor scenes like mountains, rivers, or buildings.
- Stick Drawing: Simple drawings using stick figures to represent people or objects.
🎵 Songs That Promote National Values
Songs are a wonderful way to remind us of the importance of unity and love for our country. Let’s learn two songs that celebrate Nigeria’s greatness.
🎶 Nigerian National Anthem
Nigeria, we hail thee,
Our own dear native land,
Though tribes and tongues may differ,
In brotherhood we stand,
Nigerians all are proud to serve
Our sovereign Motherland.
Our flag shall be a symbol
That truth and justice reign,
In peace or battle honoured,
And this we count as gain,
To hand on to our children
A banner without stain.
O God of all creation,
Grant this our one request,
Help us to build a nation
Where no man is oppressed,
And so with peace and plenty
Nigeria may be blessed.
🎶 Funmi Adams – Nigeria My Beloved Country
Let’s sing another beautiful song that promotes national values:
Stanza One: I know a lot about my country I know a lot because I care I know a lot about the people I know a lot because I’m here
Chorus: Nigeria my beloved country Working together is the key Nigeria my beloved country Her future is you and me
Stanza Two: Land of Iron land of hope Agriculture oil and gold There are assets that we own Around the world our name is known
Chorus: Nigeria my beloved country Working together is the key Nigeria my beloved country Her future is you and me
Stanza Three: I know we have a great potential To do more than just survive Let’s build up our strength and pride Trust in God to be our guide
🌟 Importance of Songs That Promote National Values
Songs that promote national values play a vital role in shaping our understanding of unity, patriotism, and love for our country. They remind us of our responsibilities as citizens and inspire us to work together for a better future. Some key reasons why these songs are important includes:
- Foster Patriotism: They encourage pride and loyalty towards our nation.
- Promote Unity: Songs help bring people together, regardless of differences, to work towards common goals.
- Teach Values: They emphasize essential virtues like love, respect, and cooperation.
- Inspire Action: Songs motivate citizens to contribute positively to national development.
- Preserve Culture: They serve as a tool to celebrate and pass on cultural heritage to future generations.
- Build Emotional Connection: Singing together strengthens our emotional bond with our country and fellow citizens.
📝 Evaluation Questions
- What are the different types of drawing?
- Why is drawing important?
- Sing the National Anthem and explain one value it teaches.
- List three types of drawing and give an example of each.
- What is the meaning of “Nigeria My Beloved Country” according to the song?
- Draw a simple illustration of the Nigerian flag.
- Explain why songs are used to promote national values.
- What does “working together is the key” mean in the song by Funmi Adams?
📚 Conclusion/Summary
Today, we learned about different types of drawing, including sketching, shading, and life drawing. We also sang two beautiful songs that promote national values: the National Anthem and “Nigeria My Beloved Country.” Drawing helps us express ideas, and songs remind us to love and respect our country. Keep practicing your drawings and singing these songs to become even better!
