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:

1. Read a children’s song (Abu umuaka).
2. Act out the content of the song.
3. 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

1. 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.
2. Examples:
   • Sing a simple children’s song in Igbo.
   • Act out the actions described in the song.
   • Dance to the song.

Evaluation

1. The Igbo word for ‘song’ is ______. a) Ejije b) Abu c) Ogbugba d) Ajuju
2. ‘Umuaka’ means ______ in English. a) Adults b) Children c) Teachers d) Singers
3. The activity of singing is called ______ in Igbo. a) Ajuju b) Ejije c) Igu d) Egwu
4. ‘Drama’ in Igbo is ______. a) Ogbugba b) Ejije c) Abu d) Igu
5. The Igbo word for ‘dance’ is ______. a) Ogbugba b) Ejije c) Abu d) Ajuju
6. ______ is the Igbo word for reading. a) Egwu b) Igu c) Ogbugba d) Ejije
7. ‘Ajuju’ in Igbo means ______. a) Song b) Drama c) Question d) Dance
8. The Igbo word for ‘acting’ is ______. a) Igu b) Ogbugba c) Ejije d) Egwu
9. ‘Egwu’ in Igbo is ______. a) Drama b) Dance c) Song d) Reading
10. The Igbo word for ‘singing’ is ______. a) Ejije b) Ajuju c) Ogbugba d) Egwu

Class Activity Discussion

1. Q: What is ‘song’ in Igbo? A: Abu
2. Q: How do you say ‘children’ in Igbo? A: Umuaka
3. Q: What is the Igbo word for ‘drama’? A: Ejije
4. Q: How do you say ‘dance’ in Igbo? A: Ogbugba
5. Q: What is the Igbo word for ‘singing’? A: Egwu
6. Q: What is ‘reading’ in Igbo? A: Igu
7. Q: How do you say ‘question’ in Igbo? A: Ajuju
8. Q: What is the Igbo word for ‘acting’? A: Ejije
9. Q: How do you say ‘singing’ in Igbo? A: Egwu
10. 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

1. What is the Igbo word for ‘song’?
2. How do you say ‘children’ in Igbo?
3. What is the Igbo word for ‘drama’?
4. How do you say ‘dance’ in Igbo?
5. What is ‘singing’ in Igbo?
6. Name one activity done with a song in Igbo.
7. How do you say ‘question’ in Igbo?
8. What is the Igbo word for ‘reading’?
9. How do you say ‘acting’ in Igbo?
10. 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.

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