Vocabulary Building English Grammar Primary 3 Third Term Week 3

Subject: English Grammar

Class : Primary 3

Term : Third Term

Week : Week 3

Grade Level: Primary 3

Duration: 60 minutes

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the concept of modal verbs in the present and past tense.
2. Recognize and differentiate between modal verbs in the present and past tense.
3. Practice using modal verbs in simple sentences.
4. Enhance language skills, including reading, writing, and speaking.

Embedded Core Skills:

1. Reading comprehension: Students will read and understand sentences using modal verbs.
2. Vocabulary building: Students will learn new words related to modal verbs.
3. Grammar: Students will grasp the concept of modal verbs and their usage in the present and past tense.
4. Speaking and writing: Students will practice using modal verbs in simple sentences.

Learning Materials:

1. Chart paper and markers
2. Whiteboard or blackboard
3. Textbook or handouts with examples of modal verbs
4. Fill-in-the-blank worksheets with multiple-choice options
5. Pencil or pen for each student

Content

Present Tense and Past Tense of Modal Verbs

Present Tense:

1. Can (pronounced as “kan”) – Present tense: I can swim. Past tense: I could swim.
2. Will (pronounced as “wil”) – Present tense: She will go to the park. Past tense: She would go to the park.
3. Shall (pronounced as “shal”) – Present tense: We shall study for the test. Past tense: We should study for the test.
4. Must (pronounced as “must”) – Present tense: He must finish his homework. Past tense: He had to finish his homework.
5. May (pronounced as “may”) – Present tense: You may play outside. Past tense: You might have played outside.

Past Tense: 6. Could (pronounced as “kud”) – Present tense: They could run fast. Past tense: They were able to run fast.

7. Would (pronounced as “wood”) – Present tense: I would like some ice cream. Past tense: I wanted some ice cream.
8. Should (pronounced as “shud”) – Present tense: She should study for the exam. Past tense: She was supposed to study for the exam.
9. Had to (pronounced as “had too”) – Present tense: We have to wake up early. Past tense: We had to wake up early.
10. Might have (pronounced as “mite hav”) – Present tense: You might have missed the bus. Past tense: You may have missed the bus.

Remember to practice these words and their past tense forms regularly to become more comfortable with them

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More Examples In Sentences

1. Can:
   • Present tense: I can swim in the pool.
   • Past tense: Yesterday, I could swim very fast.
2. Will:
   • Present tense: She will visit her grandmother tomorrow.
   • Past tense: Last week, she would always visit her grandmother.
3. Shall:
   • Present tense: We shall have a picnic on Saturday.
   • Past tense: We should have gone for a picnic last weekend.
4. Must:
   • Present tense: He must finish his homework before playing.
   • Past tense: Yesterday, he had to finish his homework early.
5. May:
   • Present tense: You may have some ice cream after dinner.
   • Past tense: Last night, you might have had some ice cream.
6. Could:
   • Present tense: They could ride their bikes to the park.
   • Past tense: Last summer, they were able to ride their bikes all day.
7. Would:
   • Present tense: I would like to have a pet dog.
   • Past tense: When I was younger, I wanted to have a pet dog.
8. Should:
   • Present tense: She should clean her room every day.
   • Past tense: Last month, she was supposed to clean her room.
9. Had to:
   • Present tense: We have to study for the upcoming test.
   • Past tense: Yesterday, we had to study for a difficult test.
10. Might have:
    • Present tense: You might have forgotten your lunch at home.
    • Past tense: Last week, you may have forgotten your lunch at home

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Evaluation

1. ____________ swim in the pool yesterday. a) Can b) Could c) Would
2. She ____________ visit her grandmother tomorrow. a) will b) can c) may
3. We ____________ a picnic on Saturday. a) will b) shall c) should
4. He ____________ finish his homework before playing. a) must b) could c) might
5. You ____________ have some ice cream after dinner. a) can b) may c) will
6. They ____________ ride their bikes to the park. a) could b) would c) should
7. I ____________ like to have a pet dog. a) can b) would c) shall
8. She ____________ clean her room every day. a) should b) must c) will
9. We ____________ study for the upcoming test. a) have to b) might have c) shall
10. You ____________ forgotten your lunch at home. a) could b) may c) might have

Remember to choose the correct option (a, b, or c) for each blank space based on what we have learned about modal verbs in the present and past tenses. Good luck

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Lesson Plan Presentation

Presentation:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Greet the students and introduce the topic of modal verbs in the present and past tense.
   • Explain that modal verbs help us express ability, possibility, permission, and obligation.
   • Share the learning objectives for the lesson.
2. Teacher’s Activities: a) Explanation (10 minutes):
   • Display the chart paper with examples of modal verbs in the present and past tense.
   • Explain the meaning and usage of each modal verb.
   • Provide simple examples for each verb in both present and past tense.

   b) Practice (15 minutes):

   • Distribute worksheets with fill-in-the-blank sentences using modal verbs.
   • Read out each sentence and give students time to choose the correct option (a, b, or c).
   • Discuss the answers as a class, clarifying any doubts or misconceptions.
3. Learners’ Activities: a) Participation (15 minutes):
   • Students individually fill in the blanks in the worksheets.
   • Encourage students to read the sentences aloud to reinforce their understanding and pronunciation.
   • Provide support and assistance to students as needed.
4. Assessment:
   • Monitor students’ participation and understanding during the practice activity.
   • Check completed worksheets for correct answers and understanding of modal verbs in the present and past tense
5. Evaluation Questions:
   1. What are modal verbs?
   2. Give an example of a modal verb in the present tense.
   3. Provide the past tense form of the modal verb “can.”
   4. When do we use the modal verb “will”?
   5. What is the difference between “should” and “could”?
   6. Use the modal verb “may” in a sentence in the present tense.
   7. How would you express ability using the modal verb “could”?
   8. Give an example of a sentence using the modal verb “would” in the past tense.
   9. Explain when to use the modal verb “must.”
   10. Use the modal verb “might have” in a sentence in the past tense
6. Conclusion (5 minutes):
   • Recap the main points discussed during the lesson.
   • Encourage students to practice using modal verbs in their daily conversations and writing.
   • Highlight the importance of understanding modal verbs to improve their language skills

Note: The duration of each section can be adjusted based on the actual class time available.

This detailed lesson plan presentation aims to engage primary 3 students in an interactive learning experience to understand and use modal verbs in the present and past tense. It incorporates various core skills and assessment methods to ensure comprehensive learning.

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