Uses of Auxiliary Verbs Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Note English Studies Week 6

Comprehensive Lesson Plan: Uses of Auxiliary Verbs

Subject: English Studies

Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: 6
Age: 7-8 years
Topic: Uses of Auxiliary Verbs
Sub-topic: Identifying and Explaining the Functions of Auxiliary Verbs
Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Define auxiliary verbs.
2. Identify auxiliary verbs in sentences.
3. Explain the uses of auxiliary verbs in forming tense, questions, negatives, and emphasis.
4. Write sentences using auxiliary verbs correctly.

Keywords

• Auxiliary verb
• Helping verb
• Main verb
• Tense
• Question

Set Induction

The teacher starts the lesson by writing two sentences on the board:

1. She is singing beautifully.
2. He can swim well.

The teacher asks, “What do you notice about the words ‘is’ and ‘can’ in these sentences?” This introduces the concept of auxiliary verbs.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils can write simple sentences and recognize action words (verbs).

Learning Resources and Materials

• Flashcards with sentences containing auxiliary verbs
• Worksheets for practice
• Whiteboard and markers
• Lagos State Scheme of Work

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher reminds pupils about verbs as action words and asks for examples like run, sing, play. The teacher explains that auxiliary verbs help these action words.

Embedded Core Skills

• Collaboration and communication
• Critical thinking and problem-solving

Learning Materials

• Flashcards
• Writing materials
• Handouts

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Approved English textbooks for Primary 3

Instructional Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Flashcards with examples of auxiliary verbs

Content

Definition and Explanation of Auxiliary Verbs

1. Definition: Auxiliary verbs, also called helping verbs, assist the main verb to show tense, make questions, form negatives, or add emphasis.
2. Functions of Auxiliary Verbs:
   • Show Tense: Indicate when an action happens. Example:
     • She is reading a book. (Present tense)
     • They were playing football. (Past tense)
   • Make Questions: Help form questions. Example:
     • Are you going to school?
     • Has he completed the task?
   • Form Negatives: Make a sentence negative. Example:
     • I don’t like bananas.
     • They didn’t go to the park.
   • Add Emphasis: Stress an idea. Example:
     • I do know the answer.
     • He does love chocolate.

Examples of Auxiliary Verbs

1. She is dancing gracefully.
2. He can climb the tree.
3. They were playing in the rain.
4. I have finished my homework.
5. We did see a rainbow yesterday.

Evaluation Questions

1. She ___ reading her book now.
   a) is
   b) are
   c) was
   d) am
2. They ___ not complete their homework yet.
   a) has
   b) have
   c) did
   d) do
3. ___ he playing football after school?
   a) Are
   b) Is
   c) Was
   d) Has
4. I ___ go to the market tomorrow.
   a) does
   b) will
   c) can
   d) have
5. We ___ eating lunch when it started raining.
   a) was
   b) were
   c) are
   d) will
6. ___ she attend the meeting yesterday?
   a) Did
   b) Does
   c) Was
   d) Has
7. They ___ never traveled by plane.
   a) has
   b) have
   c) did
   d) will
8. I ___ know the answer to that question.
   a) does
   b) do
   c) did
   d) am
9. ___ you coming to the party tonight?
   a) Are
   b) Is
   c) Will
   d) Has
10. She ___ not like vegetables.
    a) do
    b) does
    c) did
    d) has
11. We ___ be visiting our grandparents tomorrow.
    a) are
    b) will
    c) is
    d) have
12. ___ they help with the project last week?
    a) Did
    b) Does
    c) Was
    d) Have
13. He ___ very tired after the game.
    a) is
    b) was
    c) were
    d) has
14. She ___ finish her homework before dinner.
    a) can
    b) does
    c) did
    d) will
15. ___ they coming to the event next week?
    a) Will
    b) Are
    c) Is
    d) Have

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs)

1. What are auxiliary verbs?
   Auxiliary verbs are helping verbs that support the main verb.
2. What is the purpose of auxiliary verbs?
   They help show tense, form questions, make negatives, and add emphasis.
3. Can you give an example of an auxiliary verb?
   Example: She is dancing.
4. What does ‘do’ emphasize in a sentence?
   It stresses an idea, e.g., I do love pizza.
5. Which auxiliary verb is used in negatives?
   Example: She doesn’t like milk.

Presentation Structure

Step 1: Revising the Previous Topic (10 minutes)

• Teacher reviews the use of punctuation marks.

Step 2: Introducing the New Topic (10 minutes)

• Define auxiliary verbs and explain their uses with examples.

Step 3: Encouraging Pupil Contributions (10 minutes)

• Pupils identify auxiliary verbs in example sentences.

Teacher’s Activities

1. Write examples of sentences on the board.
2. Explain the uses of auxiliary verbs.
3. Provide handouts for practice.

Learners’ Activities

1. Read and identify auxiliary verbs.
2. Participate in discussions.
3. Write sentences with auxiliary verbs.

Assessment

1. Write three sentences using auxiliary verbs.
2. Identify auxiliary verbs in the following: They were singing.

Conclusion

The teacher marks pupils’ work, provides feedback, and reviews auxiliary verbs.

Parts of Speech English Grammar JSS 3.