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

Week 2: Reading – Oral and Written Comprehension

Lesson Plan

Subject: English Studies

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 2

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. Deduce the main idea of the passage.
2. Analyze the purpose of the passage.
3. Use evidence from the passage to explain supporting ideas.
4. Explain the meaning of unfamiliar words in the passage.
5. Relate the passage to issues of national values, such as discipline.

Keywords: Main idea, purpose, supporting ideas, unfamiliar words, national values

Set Induction: Start by reading a short, engaging passage aloud to the class.

Entry Behavior: Pupils have basic reading and comprehension skills.

Learning Resources and Materials: Printed copies of the passage, markers, charts.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Discuss the importance of understanding what we read and how it relates to real-life situations.

Embedded Core Skills: Reading, critical thinking, comprehension, vocabulary.

Learning Materials: Printed copies of the passage, markers, charts.

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

Instructional Materials: Printed passage, charts, markers.

Content:

1. Reading the Passage:
   • Read a short passage aloud to the class. Provide printed copies for the pupils to follow along.
2. Deducing the Main Idea:
   • Discuss with pupils how to identify the main idea of the passage. Ask questions to guide them in deducing the main idea.
3. Analyzing the Purpose:
   • Explain how to determine the purpose of the passage. Discuss different purposes such as informing, entertaining, or persuading.
4. Using Evidence to Explain Supporting Ideas:
   • Teach pupils how to find evidence in the passage that supports the main idea and other supporting ideas. Provide examples from the passage.
5. Explaining Unfamiliar Words:
   • Identify unfamiliar words in the passage. Discuss their meanings and how to deduce meanings from context clues.
6. Relating the Passage to National Values:
   • Discuss how the passage relates to issues of national values, such as discipline. Encourage pupils to share their thoughts.

Example Passage: “Safety First”

• “Every day, children walk to school along busy roads. It’s important to stay safe by following road safety rules. Always use the zebra crossing, wait for the green light, and never run across the road. Wearing bright clothes helps drivers see you better. Remember, safety first!”

Evaluation 

1. The main idea of the passage is about ______.
   a) playing
   b) road safety
   c) studying
   d) cooking
2. Children walk to school along ______ roads.
   a) quiet
   b) busy
   c) empty
   d) narrow
3. It’s important to stay safe by following ______.
   a) road safety rules
   b) school rules
   c) home rules
   d) game rules
4. Always use the ______ crossing.
   a) cat
   b) zebra
   c) lion
   d) dog
5. Wait for the ______ light before crossing.
   a) red
   b) yellow
   c) green
   d) blue
6. Never ______ across the road.
   a) walk
   b) skip
   c) run
   d) jump
7. Wearing ______ clothes helps drivers see you better.
   a) dark
   b) bright
   c) old
   d) new
8. The purpose of the passage is to ______.
   a) entertain
   b) inform
   c) persuade
   d) describe
9. The main idea is that ______ is important.
   a) studying
   b) playing
   c) safety
   d) eating
10. The passage relates to the value of ______.
    a) discipline
    b) honesty
    c) kindness
    d) patience
11. The green light means it is ______ to cross.
    a) safe
    b) dangerous
    c) difficult
    d) unnecessary
12. ______ helps drivers see you better.
    a) Running
    b) Walking
    c) Wearing bright clothes
    d) Standing
13. The passage informs us about ______.
    a) road safety
    b) cooking
    c) gardening
    d) sports
14. The word “zebra” in the passage refers to a type of ______.
    a) animal
    b) crossing
    c) light
    d) road
15. The passage emphasizes the importance of ______ first.
    a) fun
    b) safety
    c) speed
    d) relaxation

Class Activity Discussion 

1. Q: What is the main idea of the passage?
   A: The main idea is about road safety.
2. Q: What kind of roads do children walk along to school?
   A: Busy roads.
3. Q: Why is it important to follow road safety rules?
   A: To stay safe.
4. Q: What should you always use when crossing the road?
   A: The zebra crossing.
5. Q: What light should you wait for before crossing the road?
   A: The green light.
6. Q: What should you never do when crossing the road?
   A: Run across the road.
7. Q: Why should you wear bright clothes?
   A: It helps drivers see you better.
8. Q: What is the purpose of the passage?
   A: To inform about road safety.
9. Q: What is the main value discussed in the passage?
   A: Safety.
10. Q: How does the passage relate to the value of discipline?
    A: By following safety rules, we show discipline.
11. Q: What does the green light indicate?
    A: It is safe to cross.
12. Q: How can wearing bright clothes help on the road?
    A: It makes you more visible to drivers.
13. Q: What is the passage trying to teach us?
    A: The importance of road safety.
14. Q: What does the term “zebra crossing” mean?
    A: It is a marked place on the road for pedestrians to cross safely.
15. Q: What should be the priority according to the passage?
    A: Safety first.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: Revising the previous topic
   • Briefly recap the last lesson on vocabulary building.
2. Step 2: Introducing the new topic
   • Explain the importance of reading comprehension.
3. Step 3: Allowing pupils to contribute and correcting them as necessary
   • Encourage pupils to share their thoughts on the passage and ask questions.

Teacher’s Activities:

1. Read the passage aloud and provide printed copies.
2. Guide pupils in identifying the main idea and purpose of the passage.
3. Help pupils find evidence to support ideas in the passage.
4. Explain the meanings of unfamiliar words using context clues.
5. Discuss how the passage relates to national values.

Learners’ Activities:

1. Listen to the passage and follow along with their copies.
2. Identify the main idea and purpose of the passage.
3. Find evidence in the passage to support ideas.
4. Learn the meanings of unfamiliar words.
5. Relate the passage to national values and share their thoughts.

Assessment:

1. Oral questions about the passage.
2. Review of pupils’ answers to comprehension questions.
3. Feedback on understanding the main idea, purpose, and supporting ideas.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is the main idea of the passage?
2. What should children do to stay safe on busy roads?
3. Why is it important to wait for the green light before crossing the road?
4. What does the passage say about wearing bright clothes?
5. How does the passage relate to the value of discipline?
6. What should you never do when crossing the road?
7. What is a zebra crossing?
8. What is the purpose of the passage?
9. How can we deduce the main idea of a passage?
10. What does the passage teach us about road safety?

Conclusion:
Summarize the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of understanding the main idea, purpose, and supporting ideas in a passage. Provide feedback on pupils’ comprehension and correct any misunderstandings.

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