Pronunciation of Multisyllabic Words Phonemic Awareness Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5

Detailed Student-Centered Lesson Plan for Phonemic Awareness

Subject: English Studies

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 5

Age: 7 years

Topic: Phonemic Awareness

Sub-topic: Pronunciation of Multisyllabic Words

Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioral Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Identify two- and three-syllable words in sentences.
2. Produce two- and three-syllable words correctly.
3. Use two- and three-syllable words in sentences.

Keywords

• Syllable
• Pronounce
• Identify
• Multisyllabic

Set Induction

Start with a clapping game where students clap the number of syllables they hear in a word. For example, “teacher” (clap-clap), “coffee” (clap-clap), “picture” (clap-clap), and “leather” (clap-clap).

Entry Behavior

Students can recognize and pronounce basic vowel sounds.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Flashcards with two- and three-syllable words
• Audio recordings of words and sentences
• Charts with example words
• Whiteboard and markers

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

Discuss with students the concept of syllables using simple words they already know. Demonstrate how words can be broken down into syllables.

Embedded Core Skills

• Listening
• Speaking
• Reading
• Writing

Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Phonics workbook

Instructional Materials

• Flashcards
• Audio recordings
• Whiteboard
• Markers

Content

1. Explanation of Phonemic Awareness:
   • Phonemic awareness is the ability to hear, identify, and manipulate individual sounds (phonemes) in spoken words.
   • Today, we will focus on pronouncing multisyllabic words.
2. Examples of Words:
   • Two-syllable words: teacher, coffee, picture, leather
   • Three-syllable words: banana, elephant, computer, beautiful

Evaluation

1. “Teacher” has __ syllables.
   a) one
   b) two
   c) three
   d) four
2. “Coffee” has __ syllables.
   a) two
   b) three
   c) one
   d) four
3. “Picture” has __ syllables.
   a) one
   b) three
   c) two
   d) four
4. “Leather” has __ syllables.
   a) one
   b) two
   c) three
   d) four
5. “Banana” has __ syllables.
   a) two
   b) one
   c) three
   d) four
6. “Elephant” has __ syllables.
   a) three
   b) one
   c) two
   d) four
7. “Computer” has __ syllables.
   a) four
   b) three
   c) two
   d) one
8. “Beautiful” has __ syllables.
   a) one
   b) three
   c) four
   d) two
9. The word “teacher” is pronounced with __ syllables.
   a) one
   b) three
   c) two
   d) four
10. The word “coffee” is pronounced with __ syllables.
    a) two
    b) one
    c) three
    d) four
11. The word “picture” is pronounced with __ syllables.
    a) two
    b) three
    c) one
    d) four
12. The word “leather” is pronounced with __ syllables.
    a) three
    b) one
    c) two
    d) four
13. The word “banana” is pronounced with __ syllables.
    a) three
    b) two
    c) one
    d) four
14. The word “elephant” is pronounced with __ syllables.
    a) two
    b) three
    c) one
    d) four
15. The word “computer” is pronounced with __ syllables.
    a) four
    b) two
    c) three
    d) one

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is a syllable?
   A syllable is a single, unbroken sound of a spoken or written word.
2. How many syllables are in the word “teacher”?
   There are two syllables in “teacher”.
3. How many syllables are in the word “coffee”?
   There are two syllables in “coffee”.
4. How many syllables are in the word “picture”?
   There are two syllables in “picture”.
5. How many syllables are in the word “leather”?
   There are two syllables in “leather”.
6. How many syllables are in the word “banana”?
   There are three syllables in “banana”.
7. How many syllables are in the word “elephant”?
   There are three syllables in “elephant”.
8. How many syllables are in the word “computer”?
   There are three syllables in “computer”.
9. How many syllables are in the word “beautiful”?
   There are three syllables in “beautiful”.
10. Why is it important to break words into syllables?
    It helps in pronouncing words correctly and improves reading skills.
11. Can you give an example of a two-syllable word?
    Yes, “teacher” is a two-syllable word.
12. Can you give an example of a three-syllable word?
    Yes, “banana” is a three-syllable word.
13. What is phonemic awareness?
    Phonemic awareness is the ability to hear, identify, and manipulate individual sounds in spoken words.
14. Why is phonemic awareness important?
    It helps children learn to read and spell.
15. How do you pronounce the word “coffee”?
    Coffee is pronounced with two syllables: cof-fee.

Presentation

1. Step 1: Revising the Previous Topic
   • Briefly review the vowel sounds learned in the previous lesson.
   • Ask students to recall and give examples of those sounds.
2. Step 2: Introducing the New Topic
   • Introduce the concept of syllables and demonstrate how words can be broken down into syllables.
   • Use flashcards and audio recordings to demonstrate the pronunciation of two- and three-syllable words.
3. Step 3: Student Contributions and Corrections
   • Allow students to try pronouncing the multisyllabic words.
   • Encourage them to come up with sentences using these words.
   • Correct any mispronunciations and provide positive feedback.

Teacher’s Activities

• Demonstrate the pronunciation of two- and three-syllable words using clear examples.
• Use flashcards and audio recordings for reinforcement.
• Guide students through reading and writing exercises.
• Provide corrective feedback and encouragement.

Learners’ Activities

• Listen attentively to the sounds.
• Practice pronouncing the multisyllabic words.
• Participate in reading and writing exercises.
• Answer fill-in-the-blank questions and FAQs.

Assessment

• Observe students’ ability to pronounce the words correctly.
• Review their written sentences for correct use of syllables.
• Conduct a short quiz with the fill-in-the-blank questions.

Evaluation Questions

1. How many syllables are in the word “teacher”?
2. How many syllables are in the word “coffee”?
3. How many syllables are in the word “picture”?
4. How many syllables are in the word “leather”?
5. How many syllables are in the word “banana”?
6. How many syllables are in the word “elephant”?
7. How many syllables are in the word “computer”?
8. How many syllables are in the word “beautiful”?
9. What is a syllable?
10. Why is it important to break words into syllables?

Conclusion

• The teacher goes around to mark students’ work and provide necessary corrections.
• Recap the key points of the lesson.
• Encourage students to practice breaking words into syllables at home.