Comparing Things According to Weight English Grammar Primary 4 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 2
Subject: English Grammar
Class: Primary 4
Term: Second Term
Week: Week 2
Age: 9-10 years
Topic: Comparing Things According to Weight
Sub-topic: Adjectives used for weight comparison (Heavier, Lighter, Equal, Heaviest, Lightest)
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Discuss words used in comparison of weight.
- Form the positive, comparative, and superlative forms of adjectives related to weight.
- Use these adjectives in sentences.
- Compare things that are equal in weight.
- Understand how to compare the weight of different objects.
- Identify adjectives used to describe weight.
- Use weighing scales to compare the weight of objects.
Keywords:
- Heavier
- Lighter
- Equal
- Heaviest
- Lightest
Set Induction:
- Begin by asking students if they have ever compared the weight of two objects. For example, “Have you ever lifted a basketball and a feather? Which one was heavier?”
- Discuss why it is important to compare weight in everyday life, such as when choosing groceries or packing a bag.
Entry Behavior:
- Students are expected to know basic adjectives (e.g., big, small) but might not be familiar with adjectives describing weight.
- The teacher will assess if students understand the concept of size and weight.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Samples of informal letters
- Blank sheets of paper
- Pencils or pens
- Different objects of varying weights (e.g., feather, rock, apple, watermelon, basketball, bowling ball)
- Weighing scale
- Handouts with examples of adjectives used to describe weight
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
- Students will recall how they compared the size and height of things in previous lessons and connect these comparisons to weight.
- Introduce the concept of weight comparison by showing objects with clear weight differences (e.g., a rock vs. a feather).
Embedded Core Skills:
- Communication and Collaboration: Sharing ideas and discussing how to compare weight.
- Creativity and Imagination: Coming up with different scenarios where weight comparison is needed.
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Identifying the correct adjectives to describe weight in various contexts.
Learning Materials:
- Whiteboard
- Weighing scale
- Handouts with adjective examples
- Objects of different weights
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Primary English Grammar Books (e.g., “English for Primary Schools” by various authors)
Instructional Materials:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Handouts with weight adjectives examples
- Weighing scale
- Various objects of different weights
Content:
Comparing Things According to Weight:
- Definition: Comparing the weight of two or more objects helps us know which one is heavier or lighter.
- Examples:
- A rock is heavier than a feather.
- A bowling ball is heavier than a basketball.
- A watermelon is heavier than an apple.
- A pencil is lighter than a book.
- A book is heavier than a pencil.
Adjectives to Compare Weight:
- Heavier: Used to describe something that weighs more.
Example: “The watermelon is heavier than the orange.” - Lighter: Used to describe something that weighs less.
Example: “The feather is lighter than the rock.” - Equal: Describes two things with the same weight.
Example: “The two bags weigh the same, they are equal in weight.” - Heaviest: Describes the item with the most weight in a group.
Example: “The elephant is the heaviest animal in the zoo.” - Lightest: Describes the item with the least weight in a group.
Example: “The paper clip is the lightest object on the desk.”
Positive, Comparative, and Superlative Forms:
- Big → Bigger → Biggest
- Small → Smaller → Smallest
- Fast → Faster → Fastest
- Slow → Slower → Slowest
- Tall → Taller → Tallest
- Short → Shorter → Shortest
- Strong → Stronger → Strongest
- Weak → Weaker → Weakest
Evaluation (Fill-in-the-blank questions with options):
- A __________ is heavier than a feather.
a) Feather
b) Rock
c) Both - The adjective used to describe something that weighs less than another thing is __________.
a) Heavier
b) Lighter
c) Equal - The __________ is the heaviest animal in the zoo.
a) Giraffe
b) Elephant
c) Lion - We can use a __________ to compare the weight of objects.
a) Measuring tape
b) Ruler
c) Weighing scale - Which is heavier: a basketball or a bowling ball?
a) Basketball
b) Bowling ball
c) They weigh the same - The __________ is the lightest object on the desk.
a) Pencil
b) Paper clip
c) Notebook - Which adjective is used to describe the item that weighs the least out of a group of things?
a) Heaviest
b) Lightest
c) Equal - The two bags weigh the same, they are __________ in weight.
a) Equal
b) Lighter
c) Heavier - A book is __________ than a pencil.
a) Heavier
b) Lighter
c) Equal - Which is heavier: an apple or a watermelon?
a) Apple
b) Watermelon
c) They weigh the same
Class Activity Discussion:
15 FAQs with Answers:
- What is the heaviest animal in the zoo?
Answer: The elephant is the heaviest animal. - How do we compare the weight of two objects?
Answer: We use a weighing scale. - Which adjective describes something that is lighter than another?
Answer: Lighter. - What do we use to compare the weight of objects?
Answer: A weighing scale. - If two things weigh the same, what adjective do we use?
Answer: Equal. - Which object weighs more: a feather or a rock?
Answer: The rock weighs more. - Which is the lightest object: a pencil, a paper clip, or a notebook?
Answer: The paper clip. - Which adjective is used to describe something that weighs the most?
Answer: Heaviest. - What is the difference between weight and size?
Answer: Weight refers to how heavy something is, while size refers to how big or small it is. - Can we compare the weight of two things that are the same size?
Answer: Yes, because weight depends on the material, not just the size.
Lesson Presentation:
Introduction (5 minutes):
- Ask students if they know how to compare the weight of objects.
- Show different objects and ask, “Which is heavier?”
Direct Instruction (15 minutes):
- Introduce the weighing scale and show how it works.
- Explain adjectives used for comparing weight and provide examples.
Guided Practice (10 minutes):
- Give students handouts to fill in blanks with appropriate adjectives.
Independent Practice (10 minutes):
- Provide a worksheet to compare the weight of various objects and use adjectives in sentences.
Closure (5 minutes):
- Recap how to compare weight and encourage students to practice daily.
Assessment:
- Use the worksheet and class activity to assess students’ ability to compare weight and use adjectives correctly.
Conclusion:
- Review the main points: how to compare weight using adjectives like heavier, lighter, equal, etc. Provide individual feedback on students’ work.
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