Audit, broadcast, fade, documentary, feature, scene, anchor, illustration, animation theater. Vocabulary Development Building New Words English Grammar Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

  • Class: Primary 6
  • Subject: English Grammar
  • Topic: Vocabulary Development – Building New Words
  • Sub-topic: Words in the Media
  • Duration: 45 minutes
  • Term: First Term
  • Week: Week 8
  • Previous Knowledge: Students are familiar with basic vocabulary and reading skills.

Set Induction: Begin the lesson by showing a short video clip from a documentary film and asking students about the words they heard and didn’t understand.

Behavioural Objectives:

  1. To introduce new vocabulary related to the media.
  2. To teach students how to decode the meanings of unfamiliar words.
  3. To expand students’ vocabulary for better comprehension.

Embedded Core Skills: Vocabulary development, word recognition, listening comprehension.

Learning Materials:

  • A video clip from a documentary.
  • A whiteboard and markers.
  • Illustrated flashcards of the new words.

Teaching Methods:

  • Visual aids (video and flashcards).
  • Interactive discussions.

Content:

  1. Introduction of the topic and its relevance to the media.
  2. Explanation of key words: audit, broadcast, fade, documentary, feature, scene, anchor, illustration, animation, theater.
  3. Demonstrating the use of each word in context.
  4. Encouraging students to ask questions and seek clarification.

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  1. Audit: An examination and verification of financial records, accounts, or business transactions.
  2. Broadcast: The transmission of audio or video content to a wide audience, typically through radio or television.
  3. Fade: To gradually decrease in intensity, such as the fading of a sound or an image.
  4. Documentary: A non-fiction film or television program that presents facts and information about a particular subject.
  5. Feature: A prominent or special part within a program or publication, often focusing on a specific topic.
  6. Scene: A specific part of a play, movie, or narrative that takes place in a single location or at a particular time.
  7. Anchor: A person who presents or hosts a news program, show, or event, often guiding and providing information to the audience.
  8. Illustration: A visual representation, often in the form of a drawing or image, used to enhance or clarify a text.
  9. Animation: The creation of moving images, often in a digital format, to simulate motion and bring inanimate objects or characters to life.
  10. Theater: A place for performances, typically live plays, concerts, or other entertainment events.
  1. Audit
    • Meaning: An examination and verification of financial records, accounts, or business transactions.
    • Word Class: Noun
    • Pronunciation: /ˈɔːdɪt/
    • Use in a Sentence: The company conducted an audit to ensure that its financial statements were accurate.
  2. Broadcast
    • Meaning: The transmission of audio or video content to a wide audience, typically through radio or television.
    • Word Class: Noun/Verb
    • Pronunciation: /ˈbrɔːdkæst/
    • Use in a Sentence: The radio station will broadcast the live concert tonight.
  3. Fade
    • Meaning: To gradually decrease in intensity, such as the fading of a sound or an image.
    • Word Class: Verb/Noun
    • Pronunciation: /feɪd/
    • Use in a Sentence: The colors of the painting started to fade over time.
  4. Documentary
    • Meaning: A non-fiction film or television program that presents facts and information about a particular subject.
    • Word Class: Noun/Adjective
    • Pronunciation: /ˌdɒk.jʊˈmen.tər.i/
    • Use in a Sentence: The documentary about wildlife conservation was informative.
  5. Feature
    • Meaning: A prominent or special part within a program or publication, often focusing on a specific topic.
    • Word Class: Noun/Verb
    • Pronunciation: /ˈfiː.tʃər/
    • Use in a Sentence: The magazine’s feature article discussed healthy eating habits.
  6. Scene
    • Meaning: A specific part of a play, movie, or narrative that takes place in a single location or at a particular time.
    • Word Class: Noun
    • Pronunciation: /siːn/
    • Use in a Sentence: The final scene of the play was a touching moment between the two main characters.
  7. Anchor
    • Meaning: A person who presents or hosts a news program, show, or event, often guiding and providing information to the audience.
    • Word Class: Noun/Verb
    • Pronunciation: /ˈæŋ.kər/
    • Use in a Sentence: The news anchor reported on the latest developments in the region.
  8. Illustration
    • Meaning: A visual representation, often in the form of a drawing or image, used to enhance or clarify a text.
    • Word Class: Noun
    • Pronunciation: /ˌɪl.əˈstreɪ.ʃən/
    • Use in a Sentence: The children’s book had colorful illustrations on every page.
  9. Animation
    • Meaning: The creation of moving images, often in a digital format, to simulate motion and bring inanimate objects or characters to life.
    • Word Class: Noun
    • Pronunciation: /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/
    • Use in a Sentence: The animated movie was a hit with both kids and adults.
  10. Theater
    • Meaning: A place for performances, typically live plays, concerts, or other entertainment events.
    • Word Class: Noun
    • Pronunciation: /ˈθiː.ə.tər/
    • Use in a Sentence: We went to the theater to watch a new play by a local playwright

Presentation: Step 1: Start the lesson with the video clip from a documentary. Pause after unfamiliar words and ask students if they know their meanings. Discuss as a class.

Step 2: Explain the meanings of the new words using simple language. Use flashcards with illustrations to aid understanding.

Step 3: Provide examples of sentences where these words are used. Encourage students to create sentences with the new words.

Teacher’s Activities:

  • Facilitate the discussion.
  • Explain the meanings of words.
  • Use visual aids effectively.

Learners’ Activities:

  • Watch the video clip attentively.
  • Engage in the class discussion.
  • Participate in creating sentences with new words.

Evaluation:

  1. Ask students to identify and explain the meaning of two words used in the video.
  2. Have students create sentences using at least five of the new words.
  3. What is the ____________ of the word “audit”? a) Definition b) Meaning c) Explanation d) Description
  4. In the sentence, “The radio will ____________ the news at 7 PM,” what does “broadcast” mean? a) Show b) Air c) Speak d) Watch
  5. What word class does the word “fade” belong to? a) Noun b) Verb c) Adjective d) Adverb
  6. How is “documentary” pronounced? a) duh-KYOO-muhn-tuh-ree b) dok-yuh-MEN-tuh-ree c) duh-MEN-tuh-ree d) dawk-yuh-MEN-ter-ee
  7. Give an example of a ____________ film. a) Fictional b) Animated c) Realistic d) Simple
  8. Which word means a particular part of a movie or play? a) Feature b) Scene c) Theater d) Illustration
  9. “The news ____________ delivered by the anchor” – What word should be inserted to complete the sentence? a) are b) is c) were d) be
  10. What does “illustration” mean? a) A drawing or picture b) A long story c) A funny joke d) A fast car
  11. In the sentence, “The ____________ was full of colorful drawings,” what word should replace the blank? a) anchor b) theater c) illustration d) broadcast
  12. “The ____________ of the animation was impressive.” – What word is missing? a) music b) scene c) documentary d) feature
  13. What is the ____________ of the word “theater”? a) Explanation b) Sound c) Stage d) Presentation
  14. “The radio show will ____________ at 6 AM.” – What word should be inserted? a) broadcast b) illustrate c) document d) fade
  15. What is the word class of “animation”? a) Noun b) Verb c) Adjective d) Pronoun
  16. Which word means a live performance in front of an audience? a) Broadcast b) Animation c) Theater d) Feature
  17. Create a sentence using the word “scene” to describe part of a movie or play.

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By the end of the lesson, students should have a better understanding of the media-related vocabulary and the ability to use these words effectively in their communication