Mastering Comprehension: Understanding Non-Fiction Passages Comprehension English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Week 1: Reading – Oral and Written Comprehension

Objectives

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

1. Read simple non-fiction passages correctly.
2. Deduce the main idea of the passage.
3. Analyze the purpose of the passage.
4. Use evidence from the passage to explain supporting ideas.
5. Explain the meaning of unfamiliar words in the passage.
6. Relate the passage to issues of national values, such as discipline.

Lesson Plan

Subject: English Studies

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 1

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

Keywords: Comprehension, main idea, purpose, evidence, unfamiliar words, national values

Set Induction: Start by asking pupils what they know about reading comprehension and why it is important.

Entry Behavior: Pupils have basic reading skills but need to develop comprehension skills.

Learning Resources and Materials: Non-fiction passage, flashcards with unfamiliar words, dictionary.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Discuss how understanding what they read helps them learn new things and become better students.

Embedded Core Skills: Reading, speaking, analyzing, critical thinking.

Learning Materials: Non-fiction passage, flashcards, dictionary.

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

Instructional Materials: Non-fiction passage, flashcards, dictionary.

Content:

1. Example Passage: “The Importance of Discipline”
   • Discipline is one of the most important values we can learn. It helps us to stay focused on our goals, be responsible, and make good choices. For example, if you have the discipline to study every day, you will do well in school. Discipline also means following rules and respecting others. In our community, discipline helps us to live together peacefully and achieve great things.

Evaluation 

1. Discipline helps us stay ______.
   a) lazy
   b) focused
   c) bored
   d) tired
2. Discipline means being ______.
   a) responsible
   b) careless
   c) playful
   d) noisy
3. If you have discipline, you will do well in ______.
   a) games
   b) school
   c) parties
   d) sleep
4. Discipline also means following ______.
   a) rules
   b) games
   c) fun
   d) jokes
5. In our community, discipline helps us live ______.
   a) alone
   b) peacefully
   c) noisily
   d) apart
6. Discipline helps us achieve ______ things.
   a) small
   b) great
   c) funny
   d) bad
7. The main idea of the passage is the importance of ______.
   a) games
   b) discipline
   c) food
   d) parties
8. Discipline helps us make ______ choices.
   a) good
   b) bad
   c) silly
   d) funny
9. ______ is one of the most important values we can learn.
   a) Discipline
   b) Playing
   c) Eating
   d) Sleeping
10. Discipline means respecting ______.
    a) books
    b) others
    c) toys
    d) games
11. To do well in school, you need to have ______.
    a) toys
    b) friends
    c) discipline
    d) money
12. Following rules is a part of ______.
    a) discipline
    b) playing
    c) eating
    d) dancing
13. Discipline helps us stay ______ on our goals.
    a) tired
    b) lazy
    c) focused
    d) bored
14. When we have discipline, we can achieve ______.
    a) nothing
    b) great things
    c) silly things
    d) bad things
15. Respecting others is a sign of ______.
    a) discipline
    b) playing
    c) eating
    d) singing

Class Activity Discussion 

1. Q: What is the main idea of the passage?
   A: The importance of discipline.
2. Q: What does discipline help us to do?
   A: Stay focused on our goals, be responsible, and make good choices.
3. Q: How can discipline help us in school?
   A: By helping us study every day and do well in our studies.
4. Q: What does discipline mean in terms of rules?
   A: Following rules and respecting others.
5. Q: How does discipline help in the community?
   A: It helps us live together peacefully and achieve great things.
6. Q: What value is considered one of the most important according to the passage?
   A: Discipline.
7. Q: How does discipline help us make choices?
   A: It helps us make good choices.
8. Q: What should you do to perform well in school according to the passage?
   A: Have the discipline to study every day.
9. Q: What does discipline mean in terms of respect?
   A: Respecting others.
10. Q: Why is discipline important in a community?
    A: It helps everyone live together peacefully and work towards common goals.
11. Q: What does discipline help us achieve?
    A: Great things.
12. Q: How can discipline affect our goals?
    A: It helps us stay focused on them.
13. Q: What does the passage say about following rules?
    A: It is a part of discipline.
14. Q: Why is respecting others important?
    A: It is a sign of discipline and helps maintain harmony.
15. Q: How does the passage define discipline?
    A: As staying focused, being responsible, making good choices, following rules, and respecting others.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: Revising the previous topic
   • Briefly recap the last lesson on vocabulary building.
2. Step 2: Introducing the new topic
   • Introduce the concept of reading comprehension using a simple non-fiction passage.
3. Step 3: Allowing pupils to contribute and correcting them as necessary
   • Read the passage aloud, ask questions, and encourage pupils to discuss the main ideas and supporting details.

Teacher’s Activities:

1. Read the non-fiction passage aloud.
2. Ask questions to check understanding.
3. Facilitate discussion on the main idea and supporting details.
4. Explain the meanings of unfamiliar words.
5. Relate the passage to national values, such as discipline.

Learners’ Activities:

1. Listen to the passage being read.
2. Answer questions about the passage.
3. Participate in discussions.
4. Use evidence from the passage to explain ideas.
5. Relate the passage to their own experiences and national values.

Assessment:

1. Oral questions about the passage.
2. Fill-in-the-blank exercises.
3. Discussing the main idea and supporting details.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is the main idea of the passage?
2. How does discipline help us in school?
3. What does discipline mean in terms of rules?
4. How does discipline help in the community?
5. What is considered one of the most important values in the passage?
6. How does discipline help us make choices?
7. What should you do to perform well in school?
8. What does discipline mean in terms of respect?
9. Why is discipline important in a community?
10. How can discipline affect our goals?

Conclusion:
Summarize the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of reading comprehension and the value of discipline. Provide feedback on pupils’ responses and correct any misconceptions.

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