Revision French Primary 1 Week 11 First Term Plan Lesson Notes

Subject: French

Class: Primary 1

Term: First Term

Week: 11

Topic: Revision

Sub-topic: Basic French Vocabulary

Duration: 45 minutes

Entry Behaviour: Students should be familiar with basic French greetings and expressions.

Key Words: Bonjour (Hello), Merci (Thank you), Comment ça va? (How are you?), etc.

Behavioral Objectives:

• Students will recall and use basic French greetings.
• Students will understand simple French expressions.
• Students will participate actively in pronunciation practice.

Embedded Core Skills: Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation

Learning Materials: Flashcards, Visual aids, Pronunciation guide

Content:

1. Review basic French greetings.
2. Introduce and practice simple French expressions.
3. Engage in pronunciation exercises

Saying Basic French Greetings:

1. Bonjour (Hello): Teach the class to greet each other with “Bonjour” by practicing it together.
2. Salut (Hi): Introduce a casual greeting, “Salut,” and explain when it’s appropriate to use.
3. Au revoir (Goodbye): Teach the phrase for saying goodbye and practice it in various situations.

Introducing and Practicing Simple French Expressions:

1. Merci (Thank You): Introduce the concept of gratitude and teach the word “Merci.” Practice saying it with different tones.
2. S’il vous plaît (Please): Teach the polite way to make requests using “S’il vous plaît” and encourage learners to use it in sentences.
3. Excusez-moi (Excuse Me): Demonstrate when to use this phrase and have students practice it in polite interactions.
4. Comment ça va? (How are you?): Introduce a common way to ask about someone’s well-being. Practice both asking and responding.
5. Ça va bien, merci (I’m fine, thank you): Teach a typical response to “Comment ça va?” and practice it as a dialogue.

Encourage active participation, repetition, and role-playing to reinforce learning

1. How do you say “Hello” in French? a) Hi b) Bonjour c) Salut d) Merci
2. What is the French word for “Goodbye”? a) Au revoir b) Bonsoir c) Excusez-moi d) Comment ça va?
3. Which expression means “Please” in French? a) Excusez-moi b) S’il vous plaît c) Merci beaucoup d) Ça va bien, merci
4. What does “Merci” mean? a) Yes b) Thank you c) Excuse me d) Goodbye
5. How would you ask someone “How are you?” in French? a) Excusez-moi b) Comment ça va? c) Salut d) Merci
6. When would you use the greeting “Salut”? a) When saying goodbye b) When meeting someone casually c) When asking a question d) When expressing gratitude
7. What is the polite way to request something in French? a) Merci b) Comment ça va? c) Excusez-moi d) S’il vous plaît
8. How do you respond to “Comment ça va?” if you are doing well? a) Merci b) Excusez-moi c) Ça va bien, merci d) Au revoir
9. What does “Au revoir” mean? a) Hello b) Goodbye c) Please d) Thank you
10. Which phrase is used to apologize in French? a) S’il vous plaît b) Excusez-moi c) Salut d) Bonjour
11. What is the response to “Merci” if you want to say “You’re welcome”? a) Excusez-moi b) Ça va bien, merci c) De rien d) Bonjour
12. When would you use “Bonsoir”? a) When saying goodbye b) In the morning c) In the afternoon d) In the evening
13. How do you express gratitude in a more formal way in French? a) Merci b) S’il vous plaît c) Excusez-moi d) Merci beaucoup
14. What is the meaning of “Ça va bien, merci”? a) Goodbye b) Please c) I’m fine, thank you d) Excuse me
15. Which expression is used to get someone’s attention politely? a) Bonjour b) Excusez-moi c) Salut d) Comment ça va?

Presentation:

• Display flashcards with common French phrases.
• Use visual aids to reinforce vocabulary.
• Guide students in pronunciation practice.

Step 1: Recap Greetings

• Begin by revising basic French greetings, encouraging students to actively participate.

Step 2: Introduce New Expressions

• Introduce new simple French expressions and explain their meanings.

Step 3: Pronunciation Practice

• Engage students in pronunciation exercises, emphasizing correct intonation.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Facilitate the lesson, guide pronunciation, and encourage student participation.

Learners’ Activities:

• Practice greetings, learn new expressions, and actively participate in pronunciation drills.

Assessment:

• Evaluate students based on their active participation, pronunciation, and ability to use the learned expressions.

Ten Evaluation Questions:

1. What is the French word for “Hello”?
2. How do you say “Thank you” in French?
3. Can you greet someone in French using “Comment ça va?” (How are you?)”
4. Demonstrate the pronunciation of “Excusez-moi” (Excuse me).
5. What is the meaning of “Merci beaucoup”?
6. Point to a visual aid representing “Au revoir” (Goodbye).
7. How would you respond to “Comment ça va?” in French?
8. Practice saying “S’il vous plaît” (Please).
9. Identify a French expression for expressing gratitude.
10. Share one thing you’ve learned about French greetings today.

Conclusion on the Topic:

• Summarize key points covered, reinforce the importance of basic French expressions, and encourage continued practice.

This outline provides a foundation for a Primary 1 French revision lesson. Adjustments can be made based on the specific needs and context of the class.