Teaching “Can,” “Shall,” and “Will” English Grammar Primary 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Subject: English Grammar

Class: Primary 1
Term: Second Term
Week: 5
Age: 5-6 years
Topic: Asking Simple Questions Using “Can,” “Shall,” or “Will”
Sub-topic: Forming and using simple questions with “Can,” “Shall,” and “Will”

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Duration: 40 minutes

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Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Understand the use of “Can,” “Shall,” and “Will” in asking questions.
2. Form simple questions using these words.
3. Respond correctly to simple questions.

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Keywords

Can, Shall, Will, Questions

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Set Induction

The teacher enters the class and asks simple questions like:

1. “Can you sing?”
2. “Shall we dance?”
3. “Will you help me?”

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Entry Behaviour

Pupils are familiar with making requests or asking for permission using simple words.

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Learning Resources and Materials

• Flashcards with questions like:
  • “Can I play?”
  • “Shall we go?”
  • “Will you come?”
• Picture charts showing actions.

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Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher reminds pupils of polite ways to request or ask for help, like saying “Please can I?”

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Embedded Core Skills

• Communication
• Critical thinking
• Listening

 

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Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• New Method English for Primary Schools

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Instructional Materials

• Whiteboard and marker
• Action cards with verbs (e.g., sing, play, help)

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Content

Explanation of “Can,” “Shall,” and “Will”

1. “Can” is used to ask for permission or talk about ability.
   • Example: Can I play? Can you swim?
2. “Shall” is used to make offers or suggestions.
   • Example: Shall we go? Shall I help you?
3. “Will” is used to ask about future actions.
   • Example: Will you come? Will he help me?

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Examples

1. Can
   • Can I have some water?
   • Can you sing a song?
2. Shall
   • Shall we read a book?
   • Shall I open the window?
3. Will
   • Will you play with me?
   • Will she come to school?

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Class Activity Discussion

15 FAQs with Answers

1. What does “Can” mean?
   • It asks for permission or shows ability.
2. What does “Shall” mean?
   • It is used to make suggestions or offers.
3. What does “Will” mean?
   • It is used to ask about future actions.
4. Can “Can” be used to make suggestions?
   • No.
5. Can “Shall” be used to ask for permission?
   • No.
6. Which word is correct: “Can I play?” or “Shall I play?”
   • Can I play?
7. Which word is correct: “Shall we dance?” or “Will we dance?”
   • Shall we dance?
8. What is an example of “Can”?
   • Can I read?
9. What is an example of “Shall”?
   • Shall we play?
10. What is an example of “Will”?
    • Will you come?
11. What word do we use for permission?
    • Can.
12. What word do we use for suggestions?
    • Shall.
13. What word do we use for future actions?
    • Will.
14. What is the difference between “Shall” and “Will”?
    • “Shall” is for suggestions, and “Will” is for future actions.
15. Can “Can” be used for the future?
    • No.

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Evaluation Questions

15 Fill-in-the-blank Questions

1. ______ I help you? (a) Can (b) Shall (c) Will (d) May
2. ______ you come tomorrow? (a) Can (b) Shall (c) Will (d) Must
3. ______ we play a game? (a) Can (b) Shall (c) Will (d) Could
4. ______ I borrow your pencil? (a) Shall (b) Will (c) Can (d) Must
5. ______ you help me carry this bag? (a) Shall (b) Will (c) Can (d) Would
6. ______ we read a story? (a) Shall (b) Can (c) Will (d) May
7. ______ you swim? (a) Can (b) Shall (c) Will (d) Must
8. ______ we go outside? (a) Can (b) Shall (c) Will (d) Could
9. ______ you play football? (a) Can (b) Will (c) Shall (d) Might
10. ______ I open the door? (a) Shall (b) Will (c) Can (d) Should
11. ______ we sing together? (a) Shall (b) Will (c) Can (d) Could
12. ______ you write this for me? (a) Will (b) Shall (c) Can (d) May
13. ______ I sit here? (a) Can (b) Shall (c) Will (d) Might
14. ______ he come with us? (a) Will (b) Shall (c) Can (d) May
15. ______ we eat lunch now? (a) Shall (b) Will (c) Can (d) Should

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Presentation Structure

1. Revision of the previous topic:
   • The teacher revises expressing possession with “his” and “hers.”
2. Introduction of the new topic:
   • The teacher introduces “Can,” “Shall,” and “Will” with definitions and examples.
3. Student contributions:
   • Pupils provide simple questions using “Can,” “Shall,” and “Will.”

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Teacher’s Activities

1. Write the definitions and examples of “Can,” “Shall,” and “Will” on the board.
2. Show flashcards with questions for pupils to read aloud.
3. Guide pupils in forming questions.

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Learners’ Activities

1. Listen to the teacher’s explanations.
2. Read questions aloud.
3. Form their own questions using “Can,” “Shall,” and “Will.”

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Assessment

10 Short-Answer Questions

1. What is the meaning of “Can”?
2. What is the meaning of “Shall”?
3. What is the meaning of “Will”?
4. Write an example of a question using “Can.”
5. Write an example of a question using “Shall.”
6. Write an example of a question using “Will.”
7. Which word is used for permission?
8. Which word is used for suggestions?
9. Which word is used for future actions?
10. Write a sentence with “Shall we.”

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Conclusion

The teacher marks pupils’ work, gives feedback, and encourages them to practice asking questions with “Can,” “Shall,” and “Will” during conversations.

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