Present Perfect With “since” and “for” Structure English Studies Primary 3 Third Term Week 8

Subject: English Grammar

Class : Primary 3

Term : Third Term

Week : Week 8

Grade Level: Primary 3 Subject: English Grammar Term: Third Term Week: 8

Topic :  Present Perfect With “since” and “for” 

Primary 3 Third Term Week 8

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Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the concept of the Present Perfect tense with “since” and “for.”
2. Identify the correct usage of “since” and “for” in sentences.
3. Construct sentences using the Present Perfect tense with “since” and “for.”

Embedded Core Skills:

1. Reading comprehension
2. Writing skills
3. Vocabulary development
4. Grammar usage

Learning Materials:

1. Whiteboard or chalkboard
2. Markers or chalk
3. Worksheets with fill-in-the-blank questions
4. Pencils or pens
5. Examples of sentences using “since” and “for”

Content

Present Perfect With “since” and “for”

Topic: Present Perfect with “since” and “for”

Class, today we are going to learn about the Present Perfect tense with the words “since” and “for.” The Present Perfect tense is used to talk about actions that started in the past and continue up to the present. We often use “since” and “for” to indicate the duration of time that the action has been happening.

Here is a list of important points to understand about Present Perfect with “since” and “for”:

1. The Present Perfect tense is formed by using the helping verb “have” or “has” followed by the past participle of the main verb. For example: “I have played,” “He has seen,” “We have eaten.”
2. We use “since” when we want to mention the starting point of the action. It is followed by a specific point in time. For example: “I have been playing soccer since last year,” “She has been studying since morning.”
3. We use “for” when we want to mention the duration or length of time the action has been happening. It is followed by a period of time. For example: “They have been friends for five years,” “We have been living in this house for a long time.”
4. “Since” is used with specific points in time, such as a date, month, or year. For example: “I have known her since 2010,” “He has been playing the guitar since last Tuesday.”
5. “For” is used with a period of time, such as hours, days, weeks, months, or years. For example: “She has been studying for three hours,” “They have been swimming for the whole day.”
6. Remember to use the correct form of the helping verb “have” or “has” according to the subject of the sentence. For example: “I have,” “He has,” “They have.”
7. Use the base form of the main verb when constructing sentences in the Present Perfect tense. For example: “I have seen,” “He has eaten,” “We have played.”
8. Pay attention to the word order in sentences. The helping verb “have” or “has” comes before the subject, and the main verb’s past participle follows it. For example: “I have studied,” “She has danced,” “They have finished.”

Now, let’s practice using the Present Perfect tense with “since” and “for.” I will give you some examples, and I want you to construct sentences using the information provided. Are you ready?

Example: (Information: John/learn/the piano/5 years) Possible sentence: John has been learning the piano for five years.

I hope this lesson helps you understand how to use the Present Perfect tense with “since” and “for.” Keep practicing, and you will become experts in no time!

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Evaluation

1. I _______ in this school _______ three years. a) have been / since b) has been / for c) have been / for d) has been / since
2. They _______ friends _______ a long time. a) have been / since b) has been / for c) have been / for d) has been / since
3. She _______ English _______ she was a child. a) has been / since b) have been / for c) has been / for d) have been / since
4. We _______ in this house _______ 2010. a) has been / for b) have been / since c) have been / for d) has been / since
5. He _______ the guitar _______ last week. a) have been / since b) has been / for c) have been / for d) has been / since
6. My family _______ this city _______ a long time. a) has been / since b) have been / for c) has been / for d) have been / since
7. Jenny _______ Spanish _______ three years. a) have been / for b) has been / since c) have been / since d) has been / for
8. They _______ in this country _______ six months. a) has been / since b) have been / for c) has been / for d) have been / since
9. I _______ at this job _______ two years. a) have been / since b) has been / for c) have been / for d) has been / since
10. The students _______ studying _______ morning. a) have been / since b) has been / for c) have been / for d) has been / since

Please select the correct option (a, b, c, or d) for each blank. Good luck!

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Title: Present Perfect With “since” and “for”

Grade: Primary 3

Subject: English Grammar

Presentation:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Greet the students and get their attention.
   • Recap briefly on the concept of the Present Perfect tense.
   • Introduce the topic: Present Perfect with “since” and “for.”
2. Explanation of Present Perfect with “since” and “for” (10 minutes):
   • Define the Present Perfect tense as actions that started in the past and continue up to the present.
   • Explain the use of “since” and “for” to indicate the duration of time.
   • Give examples of sentences using “since” and “for” to clarify the concept.
   • Write the examples on the board or display them on a slide.
3. Teacher’s Activities (10 minutes):
   • Discuss and explain the usage of “since” and “for” in different contexts.
   • Provide additional examples and explain their meanings.
   • Highlight the importance of using the correct form of the helping verb and the base form of the main verb.
4. Learners’ Activities (15 minutes):
   • Distribute worksheets with fill-in-the-blank questions.
   • Instruct the students to fill in the blanks with the appropriate words (“since” or “for”).
   • Encourage them to construct sentences using the Present Perfect tense with the given time references.
   • Monitor their progress and provide assistance when needed. [mediator_tech]

Assessment:

1. Worksheet Completion (5 minutes):
   • Collect the worksheets and assess the students’ understanding of the topic.
   • Review their responses and provide feedback.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is the purpose of using the Present Perfect tense?
2. How do we form the Present Perfect tense?
3. What are the differences between “since” and “for”?
4. Give an example sentence using “since.”
5. Give an example sentence using “for.”
6. How would you complete the sentence: “She has been studying ___________ two hours”?
7. How would you complete the sentence: “We have been friends ___________ five years”?
8. Which is correct: “I have been” or “He has been”?
9. How would you complete the sentence: “They have lived in this house ___________ 2010”?
10. How would you complete the sentence: “I have known her ___________ last week”?

Conclusion (5 minutes):

• Recap the main points covered during the lesson.
• Highlight the importance of using “since” and “for” correctly in sentences.
• Encourage the students to practice using the Present Perfect tense with “since” and “for” in their everyday conversations.
• Answer any remaining questions and provide further clarification if needed.

By the end of this lesson, you should be able to use the Present Perfect tense with “since” and “for” accurately. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll master this grammar concept! [mediator_tech]