Abu Umuaka Igbo Language Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3
Lesson Plan for Primary 1 Igbo Language (Week 3)
Subject: Igbo Language
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 3
Age: 6 years
Topic: Abu Umuaka
Sub-topic: Igu abu umuaka
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils will be able to:
- Read a children’s song (Abu umuaka).
- Act out the content of the song.
- Show interest and joy through singing the song.
Keywords
- Abu (Song)
- Umuaka (Children)
- Igu (Reading)
- Ejije (Drama)
- Ogbugba (Dancing)
Set Induction
- Start with a fun and familiar Igbo children’s song.
- Ask pupils to share their favorite songs.
Entry Behavior
- Pupils can sing simple songs in Igbo.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Song lyrics on a chart
- Costumes for drama
- Music for dancing
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge
- Discuss songs they sing at home and in school.
- Introduce a simple children’s song in Igbo.
Embedded Core Skills
- Listening
- Speaking
- Acting
- Dancing
Instructional Materials
- Chart with song lyrics
- Costumes for role play
- Music player
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Igbo Language Textbook for Primary 1
Content Explanation
- Abu Umuaka (Children’s Song):
- Reading a children’s song.
- Acting out the song.
- Dancing to the rhythm of the song.
- Question and answer session about the song.
- Examples:
- Sing a simple children’s song in Igbo.
- Act out the actions described in the song.
- Dance to the song.
Evaluation
- The Igbo word for ‘song’ is ______. a) Ejije b) Abu c) Ogbugba d) Ajuju
- ‘Umuaka’ means ______ in English. a) Adults b) Children c) Teachers d) Singers
- The activity of singing is called ______ in Igbo. a) Ajuju b) Ejije c) Igu d) Egwu
- ‘Drama’ in Igbo is ______. a) Ogbugba b) Ejije c) Abu d) Igu
- The Igbo word for ‘dance’ is ______. a) Ogbugba b) Ejije c) Abu d) Ajuju
- ______ is the Igbo word for reading. a) Egwu b) Igu c) Ogbugba d) Ejije
- ‘Ajuju’ in Igbo means ______. a) Song b) Drama c) Question d) Dance
- The Igbo word for ‘acting’ is ______. a) Igu b) Ogbugba c) Ejije d) Egwu
- ‘Egwu’ in Igbo is ______. a) Drama b) Dance c) Song d) Reading
- The Igbo word for ‘singing’ is ______. a) Ejije b) Ajuju c) Ogbugba d) Egwu
Class Activity Discussion
- Q: What is ‘song’ in Igbo? A: Abu
- Q: How do you say ‘children’ in Igbo? A: Umuaka
- Q: What is the Igbo word for ‘drama’? A: Ejije
- Q: How do you say ‘dance’ in Igbo? A: Ogbugba
- Q: What is the Igbo word for ‘singing’? A: Egwu
- Q: What is ‘reading’ in Igbo? A: Igu
- Q: How do you say ‘question’ in Igbo? A: Ajuju
- Q: What is the Igbo word for ‘acting’? A: Ejije
- Q: How do you say ‘singing’ in Igbo? A: Egwu
- Q: What is ‘children’ in Igbo? A: Umuaka
Presentation
Step 1:
- Revise the previous topic about naming things in school.
Step 2:
- Introduce the new topic on reading a children’s song.
Step 3:
- Allow pupils to read and sing the song, act it out, and dance.
- Correct any mistakes and guide them.
Teacher’s Activities
- Display the song lyrics.
- Guide the pupils in singing the song.
- Organize a simple drama and dance based on the song.
- Ask questions about the song and its meaning.
Learners Activities
- Read and sing the song.
- Participate in acting out the song.
- Dance to the song.
- Answer questions about the song.
Assessment
- Oral questions about the song and its content.
Evaluation Questions
- What is the Igbo word for ‘song’?
- How do you say ‘children’ in Igbo?
- What is the Igbo word for ‘drama’?
- How do you say ‘dance’ in Igbo?
- What is ‘singing’ in Igbo?
- Name one activity done with a song in Igbo.
- How do you say ‘question’ in Igbo?
- What is the Igbo word for ‘reading’?
- How do you say ‘acting’ in Igbo?
- What is ‘children’ in Igbo?
Conclusion
- The teacher moves around to mark and assist pupils.
- Recap the lesson by asking pupils to sing, act, and dance again.
More Useful Links
- Ekwumekwu Igbo Language Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1
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