Dictation For The Week Primary 4 Second Term Week 3

Subject : English Grammar

Class : Primary 4

Term : Second Term

Week : Week 3

Topic :

Dictation and Spelling :

Selected words from the passage read

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

• Identify new words from the passage read
• Pronounce the new words
• Explain the meaning of new words in the passage
• Make new sentences with these words
• Write down the spelling of these new words when they are dictated
• Students will identify and define key vocabulary words related to various subjects.
• Students will use the vocabulary words in sentences to demonstrate understanding.
• Students will understand the importance of vocabulary development for academic success.

Learning Activities :

• Pupils in small groups, pick out new words from the passage
• Each pupil, pronounces the new word.
• Pupils, as a class, find the meaning of the new words from the passage.
• Each pupil constructs sentences with the new words.
• Each pupil writes down the dictated words

Embedded Core Skills :

• Communication and Collaboration
• Creativity and Imagination
• Critical thinking and problem solving

Materials:

• Oxford dictionary
• Flash cards
• Selected words or sentences from the passage that they read.
• Whiteboard and markers
• Chart paper and markers
• Printed copies of the list of vocabulary words for each student
• List of words on the board or on a handout
• Writing materials for students (pencils, paper, whiteboards, markers, etc.)
• Dictionary or online dictionary resources
• Sentence-building materials (sentence strips, cut-out words, etc.)

Content :

Dictation For The Week Primary 4 Second Term Week 3

1. Assignment
2. Celebrate
3. Environment
4. Friendship
5. Geography
6. Hospital
7. Independent
8. Jewelry
9. Kitchen
10. Library
11. Mathematics
12. Necessary
13. Observe
14. Pancake
15. Quality
16. Rainbow
17. Science
18. Technology
19. University
20. Vacation

The dictionary meaning of the words.

1. Assignment – a task or piece of work assigned to someone as part of a job or course of study
2. Celebrate – to acknowledge a significant event or occasion with festivities or other activities
3. Environment – the natural world, or the conditions and surroundings in which something exists
4. Friendship – a state of mutual trust and support between people who are close to each other
5. Geography – the study of the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere, and of human activity as it affects and is affected by these
6. Hospital – an institution providing medical and surgical treatment and nursing care for sick or injured people
7. Independent – free from outside control or influence; not depending on another’s authority
8. Jewelry – decorative items worn as personal adornment, such as necklaces, rings, bracelets, and earrings
9. Kitchen – a room or area where food is prepared and cooked
10. Library – a building or room containing collections of books, periodicals, and sometimes films and recorded music for people to read, borrow, or reference
11. Mathematics – the study of numbers, quantities, and shapes, and the relationships between them
12. Necessary – required to be done, achieved, or present; essential
13. Observe – to see, notice, or perceive (something) and register it as significant
14. Pancake – a thin, flat cake of batter, typically fried and served with syrup, jam, or other sweet or savory toppings
15. Quality – the standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something
16. Rainbow – an arch of colors visible in the sky, caused by the refraction and dispersion of the sun’s light by rain or other water droplets in the atmosphere
17. Science – the systematic study of the natural world through observation and experimentation
18. Technology – the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry
19. University – an institution of higher education that typically provides undergraduate and graduate education, research, and scholarship
20. Vacation – a period of time devoted to rest, travel, or recreation.

Evaluation

1. What is the study of the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere called? a. Mathematics b. Science c. Geography d. Technology
2. What is an institution providing medical and surgical treatment and nursing care for sick or injured people called? a. Library b. University c. Hospital d. Kitchen
3. Which of the following words refers to a task or piece of work assigned to someone? a. Vacation b. Friendship c. Assignment d. Rainbow
4. What is the term for free from outside control or influence; not depending on another’s authority? a. Independent b. Environment c. Jewelry d. Necessary
5. What is the term for decorative items worn as personal adornment, such as necklaces, rings, bracelets, and earrings? a. Science b. Mathematics c. Quality d. Jewelry
6. Which term refers to acknowledging a significant event or occasion with festivities or other activities? a. Celebrate b. Observe c. Pancake d. Technology
7. What is the term for a room or area where food is prepared and cooked? a. Library b. University c. Hospital d. Kitchen
8. What is the term for the standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something? a. Rainbow b. Quality c. Environment d. Assignment
9. What is the term for a thin, flat cake of batter, typically fried and served with syrup, jam, or other sweet or savory toppings? a. Pancake b. Science c. Mathematics d. Friendship
10. Which term refers to a period of time devoted to rest, travel, or recreation? a. Necessary b. Independent c. Rainbow d. Vacation

Words used in simple sentences

1. I have an assignment due next week.
2. We celebrate birthdays with cake and presents.
3. The environment is important to protect.
4. Friendship is about caring for each other.
5. Geography helps us understand the world around us.
6. My friend is in the hospital with a broken leg.
7. I’m an independent person who enjoys my own company
8. She loves to wear jewelry, especially necklaces.
9. I like to cook in the kitchen with my mom.
10. I went to the library to borrow some books.
11. I struggle with mathematics but I try my best.
12. It’s necessary to wear a helmet when riding a bike.
13. I observe birds in my backyard with binoculars.
14. I love to eat pancakes for breakfast on the weekends.
15. The quality of the product was not up to my standards.
16. After the rain, we saw a beautiful rainbow in the sky.
17. Science helps us understand the natural world.
18. Technology has changed the way we live our lives.
19. I hope to attend university after I finish high school.
20. I’m excited for my vacation to the beach next month.

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Lesson Presentation

Introduction (5-10 minutes):

• Begin the lesson by introducing the topic of vocabulary development and its importance in academic success.
• Ask the students what they think vocabulary means and why it is important.
• Provide a brief overview of the words that will be covered in the lesson.

Activity 1: Identifying and Defining Words (10-15 minutes):

• Ask the students to work in pairs or small groups to identify and define each of the words on the list.
• Provide dictionary resources for students to use if needed.
• After several minutes, bring the class back together and ask each group to share their definitions for one of the words on the list.
• Discuss any discrepancies or misunderstandings in the definitions and clarify as needed.

Activity 2: Using Words in Sentences (20-25 minutes):

• Provide sentence-building materials for students (sentence strips, cut-out words, etc.).
• Ask the students to use each of the words on the list in a sentence that demonstrates their understanding of the word.
• Encourage students to be creative and use the words in interesting ways.
• After several minutes, ask students to share their sentences with the class and discuss any interesting or unique uses of the words.

Conclusion (5-10 minutes):

• Review the key vocabulary words covered in the lesson and their definitions.
• Remind students of the importance of vocabulary development for academic success.
• Encourage students to continue building their vocabulary by reading, writing, and exploring new words in their daily lives.

Assessment:

• Observations of students’ participation and engagement in the activities
• Review of students’ sentences to ensure proper use of the vocabulary words
• Teacher-led discussion to assess students’ understanding of the words and their definitions.

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