MEASURING AND SEWING TOOLS

SUBJECT: HOME ECONOMIC

TERM: THIRD TERM

WEEK: WEEK 4

CLASS: PRIMARY 6

DURATION: 40 MINUTES

TOPIC:  MEASURING AND SEWING TOOLS

UNITS:

• Identifying measuring tool
• Taking body measurement

ENABLE OBJECTIVES

At the end of this discussion in this Module, children should be able to know the:

1. Identifying measuring tool
2. Taking body measurement

TEACHING AND LEARNING MATERIALS

• Sewing Machine
• oil
• Hand needle
• Fabrics
• Tailor chalk
•  Pins
• Scissor
• Threads of different colours
• Whiteboard/Chalkboard
• Explanatory posters/pictures
• Explanatory videos

TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS

• Explanation
• Discussion
• Questions and answers
•  students will be taking the school Home Economic Laboratory for practical

REFERENCE MATERIALS

• NERDC Basic Education Curriculum.
• Universal Basic Education  Curriculum (UBE)
• Lagos State Home Economic Scheme of Work.
• Online Materials.
• Home Economics for Primary Schools.

                     MODULE CONTENT

Identifying measuring tools

Accurate measuring is the basis of successful sewing, and a few basic tools are all
you need, you should always use them often and with accuracy.

The following are some tools used for measuring

• Tape Measure (flexible tape rule): It’s used primarily for taking body measurements. It is also used for measuring lengths of fabric
• Sewing Gauge: Use it when you need to measure the same short distance repeatedly, such as the seam allowance, hem depth, buttonholes, tucks and pleats.
• Clear Ruler: it is transparent, plastic or acrylic ruler with easy-to-read. markings is helpful when measuring and drawing straight seam lines and cutting lines. Use it to lay out patterns on fabric; to mark parallel lines; for general measuring; and for quilting,
• Skirt-Hem Marker: it is used to mark skirt hems quickly and accurately.
• Retractable Tape Measure: it is used  to measure a wide span
• Hem Guide: use a hem guide for measuring straight and curved seams and hems. It is subtly shaped and clearly marked
• Zipper Guide: this is a very handy tool for straight topstitching short, centered or lapped zippers.
• Adhesive-Backed Rulers: it is a handy measuring guide, affix one of these to a cutting table worktable or the front of your sewing table.

TAKING BODY MEASUREMENT

• The person to be measured should stand erect on both feet, feet some 15 cms apart. But in a natural pose, in front of a mirror.
• Measurements should be taken comfortably without pulling the tape too tight or loose.
• The measurements should be taken in proper order and with a certain sequence.
• All girth measures should be taken tightly, as ease for movement is included in the draft.
• To avoid any mistake, take the measurements twice.

. PRESENTATION

• The Teacher revises the previous term’s work.
• The Teacher present the day’s lesson.
• The Teacher explains the lessons in details.
• The teacher gives room for pupils to ask question

EVALUATIVE ACTIVITIES

• Mention three measuring tool
• Explain how to take body measurement

CONCLUSION: the teacher summarize the lesson.