Concept of print margins Recognition of Title page, illustrations, and margins Structure English Studies Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 9

Lesson Plan Presentation

Class: Primary 3

Subject: English Grammar

Term: 1

Week: 9

Topic: Understanding Printed Materials

Sub-topic: Exploring Print Margins and Components

Duration: 45 minutes

Introduction:

• Set Induction: Display a book and ask students what they notice about the edges of the pages. Discuss briefly why there is space around the text.

Objectives:

• Behavioral Objectives:
  1. Students will identify the purpose of print margins.
  2. Students will recognize and explain components of printed materials.
  3. Students will extract information from printed materials like charts and dialogues.
• Previous Knowledge: Briefly review the basic parts of a book and their functions.
• Embedded Core Skills: Reading comprehension, critical thinking, and

Lesson Development:

• Learning Materials:
  • Chart paper
  • Sample book
  • Illustrated materials
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Printed examples
• Content:
  1. Definition and purpose of print margins.
  2. Components of printed materials: title page, illustrations, chapters.
  3. Extracting information from charts, diagrams, and dialogues.

A Margin is a white or blank space between the main content and the top, bottom, and edges of the page. During the printing process adding a margin keeps important elements from being cutoff during bulk trimming or looking uneven. In terms of design, margins help create focus and give the eye a break.

Print Margin:

1. Definition: Margin is the empty space around the edges of a paper.
2. Purpose: It keeps the text neat and makes reading easier.
3. Example: Look at the space around this page; that’s the margin!

Printed Materials Components:

1. Title Page: The first page with the book’s title and author.
2. Illustrations: Pictures or drawings in a book.
3. Chapters: Sections that divide a book into parts.

Extracting Information:

1. Charts/Diagrams: Pictures showing data or information.
2. Calendars: Show days, weeks, and months.
3. Dialogues: Conversations between characters.

How to Recognize:

1. Title Page: It’s at the beginning; it tells us what the book is about.
2. Illustrations: Look for pictures that help us understand the story.
3. Margins: Empty spaces on the sides of the paper.

Extracting Information Tips:

1. Charts/Diagrams: Look for labels and symbols to understand.
2. Calendars: Check for dates and events.
3. Dialogues: Read the words inside quotation marks for conversations.

Remember, understanding these helps us read and learn better!

Evaluation

1. Charts and diagrams show _______. a. Letters
   b. Data or information
   c. Stories
   d. Colors
2. Calendars show information about _______. a. Weather
   b. Dates and events
   c. Animals
   d. People
3. Dialogues in a book are conversations between _______. a. Author and reader
   b. Characters
   c. Illustrations
   d. Chapters
4. The empty spaces on the sides of the paper are called _______. a. Gaps
   b. Margins
   c. Borders
   d. Edges
5. The page that tells us what the book is about is the _______. a. Preface
   b. Introduction
   c. Title Page
   d. Conclusion
6. Pictures that help us understand the story are called _______. a. Drawings
   b. Sketches
   c. Illustrations
   d. Photos
7. Sections that divide a book into parts are called _______. a. Sections
   b. Parts
   c. Divisions
   d. Chapters
8. The space around the edges of a paper is important for making reading _______. a. Difficult
   b. Boring
   c. Messy
   d. Easier
9. Information in charts and diagrams is shown through _______ and symbols. a. Colors
   b. Lines
   c. Letters
   d. Numbers
10. Read the words inside _______ marks to understand dialogues. a. Quotation
    b. Question
    c. Exclamation
    d. Punctuation
11. The space around the edges of a paper is called _______. a. Center
    b. Margin
    c. Border
    d. Frame
12. The first page of a book with the title and author is called the _______. a. Introduction
    b. Title Page
    c. Cover
    d. Index
13. Pictures or drawings in a book are called _______. a. Images
    b. Photos
    c. Illustrations
    d. Sketches
14. Sections that divide a book into parts are called _______. a. Sections
    b. Parts
    c. Divisions
    d. Chapters
15. The purpose of margins is to make the text _______. a. Messy
    b. Colorful
    c. Neat
    d. Small

• Presentation:
  1. Introduce the concept of print margins with a clear definition.
  2. Discuss the importance of margins for neatness and readability.
  3. Identify and explain components of printed materials using visual aids.
  4. Engage students in recognizing and discussing examples from sample books.
• Teacher’s Activities:
  • Present definitions and explanations.
  • Use examples and illustrations.
  • Encourage questions and class discussion.
• Learners’ Activities:
  • Participate in class discussion.
  • Identify print margins and components in sample books.
  • Work in pairs to discuss and share observations.

Assessment:

• Ask students to point out print margins in a given text.
• Evaluate their ability to identify components in a sample book.
• Observe participation in group discussions.

Ten Evaluation Questions:

1. What is the purpose of print margins?
2. Name three components of printed materials.
3. Explain the importance of recognizing print margins.
4. How can you identify the title page of a book?
5. Describe the function of illustrations in a book.
6. List two ways to extract information from a chart.
7. What is the significance of chapters in a book?
8. How do print margins contribute to readability?
9. Discuss the role of dialogues in a story.
10. Identify and label print margins and components in a given book excerpt.

Conclusion:

• Recap key points about print margins and components.
• Assign homework to identify and describe components in a book at home.

This detailed lesson plan ensures a structured and engaging learning experience for Primary 3 students, fostering understanding of print margins and components of printed materials