Subject : English Studies

Class : Primary 4

Term : Second Term

Week : Week 8

Topic :

Reading :Vocabulary and Written comprehension 

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

• Analyze the passage
• Differentiate between main ideas and supporting ideas in the passage
• Recognize new words that signal details /illustration and examples in the passage
• Students will be able to identify different types of animals in the wild
• Students will understand the importance of animals in the ecosystem
• Students will learn about the challenges that animals in the wild face
• Students will understand the role of humans in protecting animals and their habitats

Learning Activities :

• Pupils, as a class, analyze
  the passage after reading.
• Pupils pair up to highlight
  main ideas
• Pupils, in pairs, identify the
  supporting ideas in the text.
• Each pupil establishes the
  connections between the
  main ideas and supporting
  ideas using evidence from
  the passage.
• Students while reading the
  passage stop midway to
  predict expected events in
  the passage and pick out
  new words.

Embedded Core Skills :

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

Materials:

• Recommended text books on English
• Dictionary
• Flash cards on new words
• Pictures of different types of animals in the wild
• Video or images of animals in their natural habitats
• Books and articles about animals in the wild
• Worksheet for identifying animals and their habitats
• Computer and projector for multimedia presentation

Content :

Wild Animals Surviving.

Animals in the wild are fascinating creatures that live outside of human control. There are many different types of animals that can be found in the wild, such as tigers, lions, elephants, monkeys, birds, and snakes. Each animal has its own unique features, behaviors, and habitats that allow them to thrive in the wild.

One of the most important things to remember about animals in the wild is that they live in their natural habitats, which means they live in the environments that they are best suited for. For example, a tiger lives in the forest where it can hunt for its prey and hide from danger. Similarly, elephants live in the grasslands where they can roam freely and find plenty of food and water.

Animals in the wild are also important for maintaining the balance of nature. For example, predators such as lions and tigers keep the population of herbivores in check, which helps to prevent overgrazing and damage to the ecosystem. Similarly, birds help to pollinate flowers and spread seeds, which is important for plant growth and reproduction.

However, animals in the wild face many challenges, including habitat loss, poaching, and climate change. As humans continue to encroach on their natural habitats, many animals are struggling to survive. It’s important for us to learn about these challenges and work to protect the animals and their habitats.

In conclusion, animals in the wild are an important part of our planet’s ecosystem. They have unique features, behaviors, and habitats that allow them to thrive, and they play an important role in maintaining the balance of nature. It’s important for us to learn about and appreciate these animals, and work to protect them and their habitats for future generations.

Evaluation

1. Which of the following is an example of an animal that lives in the forest? a) Elephant b) Lion c) Tiger d) Giraffe
2. What do predators such as lions and tigers do to help maintain the balance of nature? a) They help to prevent overgrazing and damage to the ecosystem b) They help to pollinate flowers and spread seeds c) They eat herbivores and keep their population in check d) They help to control the climate
3. Why is it important to learn about the challenges that animals in the wild face? a) To be able to hunt them more effectively b) To be able to make money from selling them c) To protect them and their habitats d) To make them extinct
4. Which of the following is NOT a challenge that animals in the wild face? a) Habitat loss b) Poaching c) Climate change d) Overgrazing
5. Why do elephants live in the grasslands? a) To hunt for their prey b) To hide from danger c) To roam freely and find plenty of food and water d) To fly in the sky
6. What is the role of birds in the ecosystem? a) To eat other animals b) To pollinate flowers and spread seeds c) To cause damage to the ecosystem d) To prevent other animals from surviving
7. Which of the following is NOT an animal that can be found in the wild? a) Monkey b) Cow c) Tiger d) Lion
8. What is the difference between animals in the wild and animals in captivity? a) Animals in the wild live in their natural habitats while animals in captivity live in zoos b) Animals in the wild are smaller than animals in captivity c) Animals in captivity are more dangerous than animals in the wild d) There is no difference between animals in the wild and animals in captivity
9. How do humans affect animals in the wild? a) By protecting them and their habitats b) By providing them with food and shelter c) By encroaching on their natural habitats d) By making sure they don’t overpopulate
10. Which of the following is a way to protect animals in the wild? a) Hunting them for sport b) Selling their body parts c) Educating people about their importance d) Encroaching on their natural habitats

Wild Animals

Lesson Presentation

Procedure:

Revision (5 minutes) 

• Revise the previous lesson with the pupils

Introduction (10 minutes):

1. Begin the lesson by showing pictures of different animals in the wild and ask students to identify them.
2. Discuss what it means for an animal to be in the wild and what types of animals can be found in the wild.
3. Explain that animals in the wild are important for the ecosystem and that they face challenges that humans can help to address.

Main Lesson (30 minutes):

1. Show a video or images of different animals in their natural habitats, highlighting their unique features, behaviors, and habitats.
2. Discuss the role of different animals in the ecosystem, such as predators, prey, and pollinators.
3. Explain the challenges that animals in the wild face, such as habitat loss, poaching, and climate change, and discuss how humans can help to address these challenges.
4. Have students complete a worksheet where they identify different types of animals and their habitats, using pictures and descriptions.

Conclusion (10 minutes):

1. Recap the main points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of animals in the ecosystem and the challenges that they face.
2. Discuss how students can help to protect animals in the wild, such as by supporting conservation efforts and learning more about different animals and their habitats.
3. Encourage students to share what they learned with their friends and family.

Assessment:

• Worksheet completion and accuracy
• Classroom participation during the discussion and activities
• Informal assessment through questioning and observation during the lesson

Extension Activities:

• Research project on a specific animal in the wild, including its habitat, behavior, and challenges it faces
• Field trip to a local wildlife sanctuary or zoo to observe animals in their natural habitats and learn about conservation efforts
• Writing a persuasive essay on the importance of protecting animals in the wild and steps that can be taken to address their challenges

Weekly Assessment /Test

1. Animals in the wild live in their ___________ habitats.
2. Tigers and lions are examples of ____________.
3. ___________ help to pollinate flowers and spread seeds.
4. Habitat loss, poaching, and climate change are some of the challenges that animals in the ____________ face.
5. Elephants live in the ____________ where they can roam freely and find plenty of food and water.
6. Animals in the wild are important for maintaining the ___________ of nature.
7. ____________ such as lions and tigers keep the population of herbivores in check.
8. Birds are important for ___________ and seed dispersal.
9. Humans can help to protect animals in the wild by ___________.
10. One way to protect animals in the wild is by supporting ___________ efforts.

BASIC 5 SECOND TERM EXAMINATION

Answers to Multi-Choice Questions:

1. Which of the following is an example of an animal that lives in the forest? Answer: c) Tiger
2. What do predators such as lions and tigers do to help maintain the balance of nature? Answer: c) They eat herbivores and keep their population in check
3. Why is it important to learn about the challenges that animals in the wild face? Answer: c) To protect them and their habitats
4. Which of the following is NOT a challenge that animals in the wild face? Answer: d) Overgrazing
5. Why do elephants live in the grasslands? Answer: c) To roam freely and find plenty of food and water
6. What is the role of birds in the ecosystem? Answer: b) To pollinate flowers and spread seeds
7. Which of the following is NOT an animal that can be found in the wild? Answer: b) Cow
8. What is the difference between animals in the wild and animals in captivity? Answer: a) Animals in the wild live in their natural habitats while animals in captivity live in zoos
9. How do humans affect animals in the wild? Answer: c) By encroaching on their natural habitats
10. Which of the following is a way to protect animals in the wild? Answer: c) Educating people about their importance

Answers to Fill-in-Blank Questions:

1. natural
2. predators
3. Birds
4. wild
5. grasslands
6. balance
7. Predators
8. pollination
9. protecting their habitats
10. conservation