Comprehension Passage on Drug Abuse Comprehension English Grammar Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Class: Primary 2

Subject: English Grammar

Topic: Comprehension Passage on Drug Abuse

Duration: 45 minutes

Term: First Term

Week: Week 8

Set Induction (5 minutes):

• Start by asking students if they know what “drug abuse” means. Show them a picture of a healthy person and a sick person to illustrate the difference. Discuss what makes people healthy and unhealthy.

Previous Knowledge: Students should be familiar with reading simple sentences and answering basic comprehension questions.

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

1. Read and understand a short passage about drug abuse.
2. Identify the main characters and events in the story.
3. Recognize the dangers of drug abuse.

Embedded Core Skills: Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking, and Health Awareness

Learning Materials:

• Comprehension passage about drug abuse (The Dangers of Drug Abuse)
• Pictures illustrating health and sickness
• Chalkboard and chalk
• Discussion questions

Content

Title: The Dangers of Drug Abuse

Once upon a time, in a small town, there lived a young boy named Tunde. Tunde was a bright and cheerful boy who loved playing with his friends. He enjoyed school and wanted to grow up to be a doctor.

One day, while Tunde was at the park playing with his friends, he saw some older kids. These kids were using strange things and seemed very different. They offered Tunde something, saying it would make him feel great.

Curious, Tunde tried it, but he didn’t feel great at all. Instead, he felt sick, dizzy, and his head hurt. His friends noticed the change and became worried about Tunde.

Tunde’s teacher, Mrs. Johnson, had taught the class about the dangers of drug abuse. She had shown them pictures of healthy kids and kids who used drugs. Tunde remembered those lessons.

He went home and told his parents about what happened. They listened and explained that using those things was very bad for him. Tunde realized he had made a mistake.

From that day on, Tunde focused on his dreams of becoming a doctor. He knew that drug abuse was a dangerous path, and he wanted to stay healthy and happy.

Tunde’s story teaches us that drugs are harmful, and we should always make good choices to stay safe and achieve our dreams.

Evaluation

1. Tunde focused on his dream of becoming a ___________. (a) teacher (b) astronaut (c) doctor (d) chef
2. Tunde’s story teaches us that using drugs is ___________. (a) good (b) bad (c) tasty (d) funny
3. What did Tunde try from the older kids? (a) Something to make him feel great (b) Something to make him sleep (c) Something to make him dance (d) Something to make him sing
4. How did Tunde feel after trying what the older kids offered? (a) Great (b) Happy (c) Sick and with a headache (d) Hungry
5. What was Tunde’s dream for the future? (a) To become a chef (b) To become a doctor (c) To become an astronaut (d) To become a dancer
6. Tunde was a ___________ boy. (a) sad (b) cheerful (c) sleepy (d) scary
7. Tunde wanted to grow up to be a ___________. (a) teacher (b) doctor (c) astronaut (d) chef
8. While playing at the park, Tunde saw some ___________ kids. (a) older (b) younger (c) taller (d) playful
9. The older kids offered Tunde something that would make him feel ___________. (a) hungry (b) great (c) tired (d) scared
10. After trying what the older kids offered, Tunde felt ___________ and his head hurt. (a) happy (b) sick (c) hungry (d) quiet
11. Tunde’s friends became ___________ when they saw his change. (a) happy (b) worried (c) hungry (d) sleepy
12. Tunde’s teacher, Mrs. Johnson, had taught the class about the ___________ of drug abuse. (a) joys (b) dangers (c) adventures (d) colors
13. Tunde’s dream was to become a ___________. (a) singer (b) doctor (c) artist (d) dancer
14. Tunde’s parents explained that using those things was very ___________ for him. (a) fun (b) good (c) bad (d) tasty
15. Tunde realized he had made a ___________. (a) cake (b) mistake (c) friend (d) plan

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Presentation:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Begin by discussing what “drug abuse” means and why it’s important to stay healthy.
   • Show pictures of healthy and sick people.
2. Reading and Comprehension (10 minutes):
   • Read the passage “The Dangers of Drug Abuse” aloud.
   • Encourage students to listen carefully and follow along.
3. Discussion (10 minutes):
   • Ask questions about the main characters, what happened in the story, and why Tunde’s choice was not good.
   • Discuss the importance of making good choices for health.
4. Understanding Dangers (10 minutes):
   • Discuss the dangers of drug abuse and how it can affect people.
   • Ask students to share their thoughts about staying healthy.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Engage students in a discussion about health.
• Read the passage clearly and expressively.
• Lead the discussion about the story and its lessons.

Learners’ Activities:

• Participate in the health discussion.
• Listen attentively to the story.
• Answer questions about the passage.

Assessment (5 minutes):

• Ask students to share what they’ve learned about drug abuse and how to stay healthy.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is drug abuse?
2. Can you name one way to stay healthy?
3. Who is the main character in the passage about drug abuse?
4. Why did Tunde try something from the older kids?
5. How did Tunde feel after trying it?
6. Why did Tunde tell his parents what happened?
7. What did Tunde want to become when he grew up?
8. Why is it important to stay healthy?
9. Can you name one danger of drug abuse?
10. What is the lesson of the story “The Dangers of Drug Abuse”?

Conclusion :

Today, we learned about the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of making good choices for our health. Just like Tunde, we should always choose to stay healthy and happy. Great job, students! 📚💪😊