Learning Values through Poems: Exploring Kindness Reading – Oral and Written Comprehension English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes 3

Week 3: Reading – Oral and Written Comprehension

Objectives

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

1. Read simple poems on values.
2. Identify values and lessons in given poems.

Lesson Plan

Subject: English Studies

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 3

Period: Fourth

Age: 7 years

Topic: Reading

Sub-topic: Oral and Written Comprehension

Duration: 60 minutes

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

1. Read simple poems on values.
2. Identify values and lessons in given poems.

Keywords: Reading, poems, values, lessons, comprehension

Set Induction: Begin with a discussion on the importance of learning values from poems.

Entry Behavior: Pupils have basic reading comprehension skills.

Learning Resources and Materials: Poems on values, charts, markers.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Relate to previous lessons on storytelling and narrative comprehension.

Embedded Core Skills: Reading comprehension, identifying themes, moral lessons.

Learning Materials: Poems on values, charts, markers.

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

Instructional Materials: Poems on values, charts, markers.

Content:

1. Introduction to Poems on Values:
   • Discuss what values are and why they are important.
2. Reading Simple Poems:
   • Read aloud simple poems on values as a class.
3. Identifying Values and Lessons:
   • Guide pupils to identify the values conveyed in the poems (e.g., honesty, kindness).
   • Discuss the lessons or moral messages the poems convey.

Example Poem: “The Kindness of a Friend”

• “Sarah helped her friend when he was feeling sad. She listened to him and made him feel better. Sarah showed that kindness is important in friendship.”

Evaluation 

1. Poems teach us about ______.
   a) animals
   b) values
   c) colors
   d) food
2. Sarah showed ______ to her friend.
   a) sadness
   b) anger
   c) kindness
   d) fear
3. Kindness is important in ______.
   a) reading
   b) friendship
   c) games
   d) dancing
4. The poem talks about helping a ______.
   a) teacher
   b) friend
   c) dog
   d) bird
5. Sarah listened to her friend when he felt ______.
   a) happy
   b) sad
   c) angry
   d) surprised
6. Helping others shows ______.
   a) kindness
   b) fear
   c) sadness
   d) anger
7. What did Sarah do for her friend?
   a) Ignored him
   b) Helped him
   c) Laughed at him
   d) Scolded him
8. Why is kindness important in friendship?
   a) Because it makes friends happy
   b) Because it makes friends angry
   c) Because it makes friends sad
   d) Because it makes friends scared
9. The poem teaches us about ______.
   a) games
   b) values
   c) sports
   d) food
10. What did Sarah show to her friend?
    a) Kindness
    b) Anger
    c) Sadness
    d) Fear
11. What is important in friendship?
    a) Kindness
    b) Games
    c) Books
    d) Movies
12. What did Sarah do for her friend?
    a) Helped him
    b) Ignored him
    c) Laughed at him
    d) Scolded him
13. What did the poem talk about helping?
    a) A friend
    b) A dog
    c) A bird
    d) A teacher
14. What did Sarah listen to when he felt sad?
    a) Angry
    b) Sad
    c) Happy
    d) Surprised
15. What does kindness in friendship?
    a) Makes friends happy
    b) Makes friends angry
    c) Makes friends sad
    d) Makes friends scared

Class Activity Discussion 

1. Q: What do poems teach us about?
   A: Poems teach us about values and life lessons.
2. Q: What did Sarah show to her friend in the poem?
   A: She showed kindness.
3. Q: Why is kindness important in friendship?
   A: It helps friends support and care for each other.
4. Q: Who did Sarah help in the poem?
   A: She helped her friend.
5. Q: How did Sarah help her friend?
   A: She listened to him and made him feel better.
6. Q: What does kindness show to others?
   A: It shows care and consideration.
7. Q: Why is it important to help others?
   A: Helping others makes a positive difference in their lives.
8. Q: What does the poem teach us about friendship?
   A: It teaches us that kindness is important in friendship.
9. Q: How can you show kindness to others?
   A: By helping, listening, and being supportive.
10. Q: What values did Sarah demonstrate in the poem?
    A: She demonstrated kindness and empathy.
11. Q: What makes a good friend according to the poem?
    A: Someone who shows kindness and supports others.
12. Q: Why is listening important in friendship?
    A: It shows that you care about what your friend is feeling.
13. Q: What did Sarah listen to her friend when he felt sad?
    A: She listened to him.
14. Q: Why is it important to care for others?
    A: Caring for others creates strong and supportive relationships.
15. Q: How does kindness affect friendships?
    A: It strengthens friendships and builds trust.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: Revising the previous topic
   • Recap the importance of reading and understanding poems.
2. Step 2: Introducing the new topic
   • Introduce the concept of reading poems on values and identifying lessons.
3. Step 3: Allowing pupils to contribute and correcting them as necessary
   • Facilitate discussion on the values and lessons learned from the poems.

Teacher’s Activities:

1. Read aloud the poem about kindness to the class.
2. Guide pupils in identifying the values (e.g., kindness) and lessons (e.g., helping others) in the poem.
3. Discuss the importance of the values portrayed in the poem.
4. Encourage pupils to share their thoughts and interpretations.

Learners’ Activities:

1. Listen attentively to the poem being read aloud.
2. Identify the values and lessons learned from the poem.
3. Discuss in pairs or small groups about how they can apply these values in their lives.
4. Share their ideas and interpretations with the class.

Assessment:

1. Oral questions to check understanding of the values and lessons in the poem.
2. Review of pupils’ interpretations and discussions about the poem.
3. Feedback on participation and understanding of the poem’s message.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What do poems teach us about?
2. What did Sarah show to her friend in the poem?
3. Why is kindness important in friendship?
4. Who did Sarah help in the poem?
5. How did Sarah help her friend?
6. What does kindness show to others?
7. Why is it important to help others?
8. What does the poem teach us about friendship?
9. How can you show kindness to others?
10. What values did Sarah demonstrate in the poem?

Conclusion:
Summarize the lesson by emphasizing the values of kindness and empathy portrayed in the poem. Discuss how these values can be applied in pupils’ daily lives to build strong friendships.

More Useful Links

• Story Built on Dangers of Drug Abuse Structure English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3
• How I Plan to Spend My Next Holiday Composition English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2
• Mastering Comprehension: Understanding Non-Fiction Passages Comprehension English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1