How I Plan to Spend My Next Holiday Composition English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Week 2: Composition – “How I Plan to Spend My Next Holiday”

Reading – Oral and Written Comprehension English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Lesson Plan

Subject: English Studies

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 2

Period: Fifth

Age: 7 years

Topic: Composition

Sub-topic: “How I Plan to Spend My Next Holiday”

Duration: 60 minutes

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

1. Recall what a narrative composition is.
2. Develop points on how they spent their last holiday.
3. Write a composition on “How I Plan to Spend My Next Holiday.”

Keywords: Narrative composition, holiday plans, writing skills

Set Induction: Begin by discussing holidays and asking pupils to share their favorite holiday memories.

Entry Behavior: Pupils have basic writing and storytelling skills.

Learning Resources and Materials: Writing paper, pencils, example compositions.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Connect to previous lessons on narrative composition and personal experiences.

Embedded Core Skills: Writing, planning, creativity, critical thinking.

Learning Materials: Writing paper, pencils, example compositions.

Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work, Primary English Textbook.

Instructional Materials: Writing paper, pencils, example compositions.

Content:

1. Recalling Narrative Composition:
   • Explain that a narrative composition tells a story or describes an event. It includes an introduction, body, and conclusion.
2. Developing Points on Past Holidays:
   • Guide pupils to think about how they spent their last holiday. Ask them to list activities, places they visited, and people they spent time with.
3. Planning for the Next Holiday:
   • Discuss ideas for planning the next holiday. Encourage pupils to think about what they want to do, where they want to go, and who they want to spend time with.
4. Writing the Composition:
   • Instruct pupils to write a composition on “How I Plan to Spend My Next Holiday,” using their ideas and plans. Provide a structure: introduction, body, and conclusion.

Example Composition Structure:

• Introduction: Briefly introduce the topic and why holidays are special.
• Body: Describe in detail the plans for the next holiday, including activities, destinations, and people involved.
• Conclusion: Summarize the excitement and reasons for choosing these plans.

Class Activity Discussion 

1. A narrative composition tells a ______.
   a) story
   b) fact
   c) joke
   d) riddle
2. The introduction of a composition ______ the topic.
   a) ends
   b) ignores
   c) introduces
   d) complicates
3. The body of the composition includes ______.
   a) unrelated details
   b) the main points
   c) random ideas
   d) closing remarks
4. The conclusion ______ the composition.
   a) begins
   b) disrupts
   c) summarizes
   d) confuses
5. During my last holiday, I visited ______.
   a) the moon
   b) my friend’s house
   c) school
   d) a desert
6. I plan to spend my next holiday at ______.
   a) the park
   b) the office
   c) the library
   d) the supermarket
7. I want to ______ during my next holiday.
   a) sleep all day
   b) travel
   c) stay indoors
   d) do homework
8. Writing a composition requires ______.
   a) listening
   b) reading
   c) planning
   d) painting
9. A narrative composition includes an introduction, ______, and conclusion.
   a) body
   b) title
   c) picture
   d) diagram
10. I will spend my holiday with ______.
    a) strangers
    b) friends and family
    c) no one
    d) teachers
11. One of my plans is to ______ during my holiday.
    a) study all day
    b) go swimming
    c) work at an office
    d) attend school
12. I feel ______ about my next holiday plans.
    a) sad
    b) excited
    c) bored
    d) worried
13. Holidays are special because they allow us to ______.
    a) work harder
    b) relax and have fun
    c) go to school
    d) do chores
14. I want to visit ______ on my next holiday.
    a) my backyard
    b) a new city
    c) the classroom
    d) the hospital
15. Writing about holiday plans helps me ______.
    a) forget them
    b) organize my ideas
    c) get confused
    d) avoid thinking

Class Activity Discussion 

1. Q: What is a narrative composition?
   A: A narrative composition tells a story or describes an event.
2. Q: What should the introduction of a composition do?
   A: The introduction should introduce the topic.
3. Q: What is included in the body of a composition?
   A: The body includes the main points and details.
4. Q: What is the purpose of the conclusion?
   A: The conclusion summarizes the composition.
5. Q: What did you do during your last holiday?
   A: I visited my friend’s house.
6. Q: Where do you plan to spend your next holiday?
   A: I plan to spend it at the park.
7. Q: What activities do you want to do during your next holiday?
   A: I want to travel and explore new places.
8. Q: Why is planning important for writing a composition?
   A: Planning helps organize ideas and structure the composition.
9. Q: What are the three main parts of a narrative composition?
   A: The introduction, body, and conclusion.
10. Q: With whom do you plan to spend your next holiday?
    A: I plan to spend it with friends and family.
11. Q: What is one activity you plan to do during your holiday?
    A: I plan to go swimming.
12. Q: How do you feel about your next holiday plans?
    A: I feel excited about my next holiday plans.
13. Q: Why are holidays special?
    A: Holidays are special because they allow us to relax and have fun.
14. Q: What new place do you want to visit on your next holiday?
    A: I want to visit a new city.
15. Q: How does writing about holiday plans help you?
    A: It helps me organize my ideas and think about what I want to do.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: Revising the previous topic
   • Briefly recap the last lesson on narrative composition.
2. Step 2: Introducing the new topic
   • Explain the importance of planning for holidays and writing about them.
3. Step 3: Allowing pupils to contribute and correcting them as necessary
   • Encourage pupils to share their holiday plans and ask questions.

Teacher’s Activities:

1. Discuss holidays and ask pupils to share their favorite holiday memories.
2. Guide pupils in recalling what a narrative composition is.
3. Help pupils develop points on how they spent their last holiday.
4. Instruct pupils to write a composition on “How I Plan to Spend My Next Holiday.”
5. Provide feedback and correct mistakes.

Learners’ Activities:

1. Share their favorite holiday memories.
2. Recall what a narrative composition is.
3. Develop points on how they spent their last holiday.
4. Write a composition on “How I Plan to Spend My Next Holiday.”
5. Share their compositions with the class.

Assessment:

1. Oral questions about narrative composition.
2. Review of pupils’ holiday plans and compositions.
3. Feedback on writing skills and composition structure.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is a narrative composition?
2. What should the introduction of a composition include?
3. What is included in the body of a composition?
4. What is the purpose of the conclusion in a composition?
5. What activities did you do during your last holiday?
6. Where do you plan to spend your next holiday?
7. What activities do you want to do during your next holiday?
8. Why is planning important for writing a composition?
9. What are the three main parts of a narrative composition?
10. How do you feel about your next holiday plans?

Conclusion:
Summarize the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of planning and writing a narrative composition. Provide feedback on pupils’ compositions and correct any mistakes.

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