Reading Comprehension : A play on the title “The forgotten child” by Tony Bolujo 

English Language 

 

Comprehension Reading 

 

Second Term Lesson Note

 

Week 2

 

Primary 6 

 

Reading Comprehension : A play on the title “The forgotten child” by Tony Bolujo 

 

Learning Objectives

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

1. Read the Comprehension passage 
2. Understand the content of the passage 
3. Answer the questions on the passage 

 

Entry Behaviour

Pupils have previous knowledge about reading Comprehension passages and giving answers to the questions on passages.

 

 

Instructional Materials

• Audio Visual Resources 
• Flash cards 
• Online Dictionary 
• Recommended English Textbook 
• Chart 
• Hard copy dictionary 

 

Methods of Teaching

• Class Discussion
• Group Discussion
• Asking Questions
• Explanation
• Role Modelling
• Role Delegation

Reference Materials 

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks
• 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum

 

Content 

 

The Forgotten Child” is a play about a young boy named Michael who is often neglected by his busy parents. Michael’s parents, Alabi and Seun, are successful businesspeople who prioritize their careers over their family. As a result, Michael feels lonely and unimportant.

One day, while playing outside, Michael meets a kind and wise old man named James. James recognizes Michael’s sadness and offers to be his friend. The two quickly bond and spend their days playing and exploring together.

As the play progresses, James helps Michael to see that he is just as valuable and worthy of love and attention as his parents’ careers. Through their friendship, Michael learns to value himself and his own interests.

The play “The Forgotten Child” teaches the valuable lesson that every person, no matter their age or circumstances, is deserving of love and attention. It also highlights the importance of balancing one’s personal and professional responsibilities. The play encourages its audience to prioritize their relationships and prioritize the well-being of those around them.

 

Summary of points to note. 

1. The main character in “The Forgotten Child” is Michael.
2. At the beginning of the play, Michael feels neglected and unimportant due to his busy parents prioritizing their careers over their family.
3. Michael meets and forms a friendship with James, a kind and wise old man.
4. Through his friendship with James, Michael learns to value himself and his own interests.
5. Some moral values present in “The Forgotten Child” include the importance of valuing and showing love and attention to all individuals, regardless of age or circumstances, and the importance of balancing personal and professional responsibilities.

 

Questions 

1. Who is the main character in “The Forgotten Child”?
2. How does Michael feel at the beginning of the play?
3. Who does Michael meet and form a friendship with?
4. What lesson does Michael learn through his friendship with James?
5. What are some moral values that are present in “The Forgotten Child”?

 

 

Objective Questions 

 

1. Who is the main character in “The Forgotten Child”? a. Michael b. Alabi c. Segun d. James
2. How does Michael feel at the beginning of the play? a. Happy and loved b. Sad and neglected c. Angry and resentful d. Confused and unsure
3. Who does Michael meet and form a friendship with? a. Alabi b. Segun c. James d. His school teacher
4. What lesson does Michael learn through his friendship with James? a. The importance of pursuing success in one’s career b. The value of money and material possessions c. The importance of valuing oneself and one’s own interests d. The value of loyalty and obedience to authority
5. What are some moral values that are present in “The Forgotten Child”? a. Responsibility and hard work b. Honesty and integrity c. Respect for authority d. Valuing and showing love and attention to all individuals, and the importance of balancing personal and professional responsibilities
6. Who is the main antagonist in “The Forgotten Child”? a. Michael b. Alabi c. Segun d. There is no antagonist in the play
7. How does James help Michael to feel more valued? a. By buying him gifts and treats b. By praising him for his achievements c. By spending time with him and showing interest in his life d. By setting rules and expectations for him to follow
8. How do Michael’s parents react when they realize the impact their neglect has had on their son? a. They are indifferent and continue to prioritize their careers b. They apologize and make an effort to spend more time with him c. They become overprotective and try to control every aspect of his life d. They become angry and blame James for causing problems in their family
9. How does the friendship between Michael and James change over the course of the play? a. It becomes strained and distant b. It becomes more casual and superficial c. It becomes stronger and more meaningful d. It remains the same throughout the play
10. What is the main theme of “The Forgotten Child”? a. The importance of family b. The dangers of neglect and loneliness c. The value of friendship and support d. The pursuit of success and achievement

 

 

 

 

Suggested Answers 

 

1. a. Michael
2. b. Sad and neglected
3. c. James
4. c. The importance of valuing oneself and one’s own interests
5. d. Valuing and showing love and attention to all individuals, and the importance of balancing personal and professional responsibilities
6. d. There is no antagonist in the play
7. c. By spending time with him and showing interest in his life
8. b. They apologize and make an effort to spend more time with him
9. c. It becomes stronger and more meaningful
10. c. The value of friendship and support

 

 

Presentation

The lesson presentation is done step by step. The class teacher or subject teacher does the following

1. Revise the previous lesson which also includes learners previous knowledge that is related to the new topic
2. Introduce the new lesson by telling the pupils the moral lesson of the play
3. Let the pupils act the play by taking up the major roles in the play
4. Pupils are to write out or cite the moral lessons in the play that they have just read as Comprehension passage
5. Give a board summary of the topic that has just been taught

 

 

 

 

Conclusion

To conclude the lesson, the class teacher or subject teacher does a brief review of what he or she has just taught the pupils. He ask you questions that are related to the topic to ascertain if the learners have actually assimilated and understood the new topic that has just been taught