WHY WE SHOULD RECYCLE WATER ( A SPEECH)
English Language
SPEECH WORK
Week 6
Primary 6
GUIDED SPEECH ON HOW TO RECYCLE WATER
GUIDED SPEECH ON HOW WE CAN SAVE WATER
GUIDED SPEECH ON WHAT TO DO TO PROTECT OUR NATURAL SOURCES OF WATER
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to
- Develop a very good speech on the given topics
- Use appropriate register for the occasion
- Make verbal speeches with clear pronunciation, correct stress and intonation
Entry Behaviour
Show the pupils different types of water with different types of dirt or pollution
Instructional Materials
- Audio Visual Resources
- Flash cards
- Online Dictionary
- Recommended English Textbook
- Chart
- Educational videos on the topic of safe water and water audit uses can be a engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the material
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 appropriate format in making speeches on different occasions
There are many different types of speeches and occasions that may call for a speech, and the appropriate format will depend on the specific purpose and audience of the speech. Here are some general guidelines that you may find helpful:
- Start with an introduction: This is your chance to capture the attention of your audience and set the stage for your speech. You might want to start with a question, a quote, or a story that is related to your topic.
- Clearly state your purpose: What is the main message or point that you want to convey in your speech? Make sure that this is clear to your audience from the outset.
- Use an outline or structure: Organizing your thoughts into an outline or structure can help you to stay on track and ensure that your speech flows logically.
- Use transitions: Transitions help to connect the different parts of your speech and make it easier for your audience to follow along.
- Use appropriate language and tone: Choose your words and tone carefully, taking into account the occasion, your audience, and the purpose of your speech.
- Practice: It’s a good idea to practice your speech beforehand, either out loud or in front of a mirror. This will help you to feel more comfortable and confident when it comes time to deliver your speech.
- End with a conclusion: Summarize your main points and leave your
Remember that the most important thing is to be authentic and genuine in your delivery, and to connect with your audience.
Evaluation questions on the topic of public speaking:
- What is the most important aspect of public speaking? A) Confidence B) Humor C) Preparation D) Tone of voice
- What is the main purpose of an introduction in a speech? A) To capture the attention of the audience B) To provide background information C) To outline the main points of the speech D) To provide a conclusion
- Which of the following is NOT a good tip for maintaining eye contact while speaking? A) Practice in front of a mirror B) Focus on one person in the audience at a time C) Look at your notes frequently D) Make direct eye contact with everyone in the audience
- Which of the following is NOT a good tip for controlling nervousness during a speech? A) Take deep breaths B) Drink alcohol before speaking C) Visualize yourself succeeding D) Use props to distract from your nervousness
- Which of the following is NOT a good tip for using gestures effectively while speaking? A) Use natural, relaxed movements B) Use exaggerated, dramatic movements C) Vary your gestures throughout the speech D) Use props to help illustrate your points
- Which of the following is NOT a good tip for using voice effectively while speaking? A) Speak at a normal volume B) Use a monotone voice C) Vary your pitch and tone to convey emotion D) Use filler words such as “um” and “ah” frequently
- Which of the following is NOT a good tip for using visual aids effectively while speaking? A) Use clear, concise graphics B) Use too many visual aids C) Practice using the visual aids beforehand D) Use visual aids that are difficult to read or understand
- What is the best way to end a speech? A) Summarize the main points B) Ask for questions C) Leave the audience with a final thought or message D) All of the above
- What is the best way to handle a question that you are not prepared to answer during a speech? A) Ignore the question and move on B) Make up an answer on the spot C) Admit that you don’t know the answer and offer to find out D) Change the subject
- What is the best way to handle hecklers during a speech? A) Ignore them and move on B) Yell back at them C) Use humor to disarm them D) Address their concerns and try to engage them in a respectful dialogue
Answers to the questions on the topic of public speaking:
- What is the most important aspect of public speaking? A) Confidence
- What is the main purpose of an introduction in a speech? A) To capture the attention of the audience
- Which of the following is NOT a good tip for maintaining eye contact while speaking? C) Look at your notes frequently
- Which of the following is NOT a good tip for controlling nervousness during a speech? B) Drink alcohol before speaking
- Which of the following is NOT a good tip for using gestures effectively while speaking? B) Use exaggerated, dramatic movements
- Which of the following is NOT a good tip for using voice effectively while speaking? B) Use a monotone voice
- Which of the following is NOT a good tip for using visual aids effectively while speaking? B) Use too many visual aids
- What is the best way to end a speech? D) All of the above
- What is the best way to handle a question that you are not prepared to answer during a speech? C) Admit that you don’t know the answer and offer to find out
- What is the best way to handle hecklers during a speech? D) Address their concerns and try to engage them in a respectful dialogue
The appropriate register words to use when preparing and writing a speech on : Why we should recycle water.
- Sustainability: This word refers to the practice of using resources in a way that preserves the environment for future generations.
- Conservation: This word refers to the practice of preserving natural resources, such as water, for future use.
- Efficient: This word refers to the ability to use resources effectively and without waste.
- Reduce: This word means to decrease or lower the amount of something.
- Reuse: This word means to use something again, rather than throwing it away.
- Recycle: This word means to process used materials so that they can be used again.
- Waste: This word refers to materials or resources that are not used or needed.
- Pollution: This word refers to the presence of harmful substances in the environment.
- Climate change: This term refers to the long-term changes in the Earth’s climate, including changes in temperature, precipitation, and sea level.
- Environmental impact: This term refers to the effects that human activities have on the natural environment.
By using these types of words, you can convey the importance of recycling water and the positive impact that it can have on the environment and future generations.
A speech on Why we should recycle water
Good day everyone,
I’m here today to talk to you about an important topic that affects all of us: recycling water. You might be wondering, why should we recycle water? There are actually many reasons why recycling water is important, and I’m going to talk to you about some of them today.
First of all, recycling water helps to conserve this valuable resource. Water is essential for life, and there is a limited amount of it on Earth. By recycling water, we can use it again and again, rather than using up new supplies. This helps to preserve water for future generations and ensures that we have enough for everyone’s needs.
Recycling water is also good for the environment. When we use water, it can become polluted with chemicals and other contaminants. By recycling water, we can remove these pollutants and make the water clean again. This helps to reduce pollution in our rivers, lakes, and oceans, and it helps to protect the wildlife that depends on these bodies of water.
In addition to these benefits, recycling water can also save us money. When we use fresh water, we have to pay for it. By recycling water, we can reduce our water bills and use our resources more efficiently.
So, as you can see, recycling water is important for many reasons. It helps to conserve this valuable resource, it protects the environment, and it can save us money. I hope that you will join me in taking action to recycle water whenever you can. Together, we can make a big difference and help to preserve this precious resource for the future.
Thank you.
Presentation
- Start by introducing the concept of recycling water: Explain what recycling water means and why it is important. You might want to use visual aids, such as maps or diagrams, to help illustrate your points.
- Engage students in a discussion: Encourage students to share their own ideas and experiences related to recycling water. You might ask questions such as: “What do you already know about recycling water?” “Have you ever recycled water at home or at school?” “What are some ways that we can recycle water?”
- Use hands-on activities to illustrate key concepts: There are many hands-on activities that you can use to help students understand the importance of recycling water. For example, you might have students conduct experiments to see how water can be purified or have them design their own water recycling systems.
- Incorporate multimedia resources: There are many multimedia resources, such as videos and websites, that can help to bring the topic of recycling water to life for students. You might show a video about the water cycle or have students explore a website that provides more information about water conservation.
- Encourage students to take action: Once students have learned about the importance of recycling water, encourage them to take action in their own lives. This might involve working together as a class to implement a water recycling program at school, or encouraging students to take steps to conserve water at home.
By using a variety of teaching techniques and engaging students in the learning process, you can help them to understand the importance of recycling water and inspire them to take action.
Evaluation
- Access to clean and safe drinking water is essential for maintaining ____________ health and well-being.
- Not all water sources are safe to drink, and it’s important to take steps to ensure that the water we consume is ____________ from contaminants and impurities.
- Some strategies for ensuring safe drinking water include boiling water, using water filters, and collecting ____________.
- Water audits are assessments of a water system that look at the ____________, quantity, and management of the water.
- Water audits can be conducted by ____________ utilities, government agencies, or private companies.
- By conducting regular water audits, we can ensure that the water we drink is ____________ and that any potential issues are addressed in a timely manner.
- Ensuring access to clean and safe drinking water is important for ____________ communities and individuals.
- Contaminated water can lead to serious health problems, such as ____________, diarrhea, and even death.
- Why is recycling water important? A) It helps to conserve this valuable resource B) It protects the environment C) It can save us money D) All of the above
- What happens to water when it is used? A) It becomes polluted with chemicals and other contaminants B) It evaporates into the air C) It disappears D) It becomes dirty
- How can recycling water help to reduce pollution? A) By removing pollutants from the water B) By using less water C) By using fresh water instead of recycled water D) By polluting the water more
- What is one way that recycling water can save us money? A) By reducing water bills B) By using more water C) By using fresh water instead of recycled water D) By polluting the water more
- How can we recycle water at home? A) By using a water recycling system B) By using fresh water instead of recycled water C) By using less water D) By polluting the water more
- How can we recycle water at home? A) By using a water recycling system B) By using fresh water instead of recycled water C) By using less water D) By polluting the water more
- What is one way that we can conserve water at home? A) By using a water recycling system B) By using fresh water instead of recycled water C) By using less water D) By polluting the water more
- What is one way that we can reduce our water bills at home? A) By using a water recycling system B) By using fresh water instead of recycled water C) By using less water D) By polluting the water more
- What is one way that we can protect the environment by recycling water? A) By using a water recycling system B) By using fresh water instead of recycled water C) By using less water D) By polluting the water more
- What is one way that we can protect the environment by recycling water? A) By using a water recycling system B) By using fresh water instead of recycled water C) By using less water D) By polluting the water more
- What is one way that we can conserve water for future generations? A) By using a water recycling system B) By using fresh water instead of recycled water C) By using less water D) By polluting the water more
- What is one way that we can preserve water for future generations? A) By using a water recycling system B) By using fresh water instead of recycled water C) By using less water D) By polluting the water more
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
