Vocabulary Building – Teaching New Words and Reading Vocabulary Building Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Week 2: Vocabulary Building – Teaching New Words and Reading

Lesson Plan

Subject: English Studies
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 2
Period: Third
Age: 7 years
Topic: Vocabulary Building
Sub-topic: Teaching New Words and Reading
Duration: 60 minutes

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

1. Identify new words and pronounce them.
2. Recognize the meanings of new words.
3. Demonstrate the meaning of new words.
4. Use the new words in sentences.

Keywords: Vocabulary, new words, pronunciation, meanings, sentences

Set Induction: Start by reading a short story that includes new vocabulary words.

Entry Behavior: Pupils have basic reading skills and can identify simple words.

Learning Resources and Materials: Flashcards with new words, charts, markers, storybook.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Discuss the importance of learning new words to improve reading and communication skills.

Embedded Core Skills: Reading, pronunciation, comprehension, sentence formation.

Learning Materials: Flashcards with new words, charts, markers, storybook.

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

Instructional Materials: Flashcards, charts, markers, storybook.

Content:

1. Introduction to New Words:
   • Introduce new vocabulary words from the story read during the set induction. Write these words on the board and pronounce them clearly.
2. Identifying and Pronouncing New Words:
   • Use flashcards to show each new word. Have pupils repeat the words after you to practice pronunciation.
3. Recognizing Meanings of New Words:
   • Explain the meanings of the new words using simple definitions and examples.
4. Demonstrating the Meanings of New Words:
   • Use pictures, actions, or objects to help pupils understand the meanings of the new words.
5. Using New Words in Sentences:
   • Encourage pupils to create their own sentences using the new words. Write some of these sentences on the board for everyone to see.

Example New Words:

• Bicycle
• Helmet
• Crosswalk
• Traffic light
• Seatbelt

Class Activity Discussion 

1. A ______ is something you wear on your head when riding a bike.
   a) cap
   b) helmet
   c) hat
   d) scarf
2. Use the ______ to cross the road safely.
   a) sidewalk
   b) crosswalk
   c) driveway
   d) path
3. The ______ light means stop.
   a) green
   b) yellow
   c) red
   d) blue
4. Always wear your ______ when in a car.
   a) helmet
   b) seatbelt
   c) jacket
   d) gloves
5. A ______ has two wheels and you pedal to move it.
   a) car
   b) bicycle
   c) bus
   d) scooter
6. The ______ light means go.
   a) red
   b) yellow
   c) blue
   d) green
7. A ______ keeps you safe when crossing the street.
   a) crosswalk
   b) helmet
   c) seatbelt
   d) car
8. The ______ is a place where people can cross the road safely.
   a) traffic light
   b) crosswalk
   c) bus stop
   d) sidewalk
9. A ______ is used to signal when to stop or go.
   a) car
   b) bicycle
   c) traffic light
   d) crosswalk
10. Always fasten your ______ when you get into a car.
    a) helmet
    b) seatbelt
    c) shoes
    d) gloves
11. ______ is an example of a road safety rule.
    a) Running in the street
    b) Wearing a helmet while riding a bike
    c) Ignoring traffic lights
    d) Jaywalking
12. Look both ways before you use the ______.
    a) bicycle
    b) crosswalk
    c) car
    d) helmet
13. The ______ light means slow down and prepare to stop.
    a) green
    b) yellow
    c) red
    d) blue
14. Fasten your ______ before starting the car.
    a) helmet
    b) seatbelt
    c) gloves
    d) hat
15. Riding a ______ requires wearing a helmet.
    a) bicycle
    b) car
    c) bus
    d) train

Class Activity Discussion 

1. Q: What is a helmet?
   A: A helmet is something you wear on your head to protect it, especially when riding a bike.
2. Q: What is a crosswalk?
   A: A crosswalk is a marked place on the road where people can cross safely.
3. Q: What does the red traffic light mean?
   A: The red traffic light means stop.
4. Q: Why should you wear a seatbelt in the car?
   A: Wearing a seatbelt in the car keeps you safe in case of an accident.
5. Q: What is a bicycle?
   A: A bicycle is a vehicle with two wheels that you pedal to move.
6. Q: What does the green traffic light mean?
   A: The green traffic light means go.
7. Q: What keeps you safe when crossing the street?
   A: Using the crosswalk keeps you safe when crossing the street.
8. Q: What is a traffic light?
   A: A traffic light is a signal that uses different colored lights to control traffic flow.
9. Q: What should you fasten when you get into a car?
   A: You should fasten your seatbelt.
10. Q: Why is it important to wear a helmet when riding a bike?
    A: Wearing a helmet protects your head in case you fall or have an accident.
11. Q: What should you do before crossing the street?
    A: Look both ways before crossing the street.
12. Q: What does the yellow traffic light mean?
    A: The yellow traffic light means slow down and prepare to stop.
13. Q: What should you do with your seatbelt before starting the car?
    A: Fasten it.
14. Q: Why is using a crosswalk important?
    A: It is important because it is a safe place to cross the road.
15. Q: What is a simple road safety rule?
    A: Wearing a helmet while riding a bike is a simple road safety rule.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: Revising the previous topic
   • Briefly recap the last lesson on road safety and sentence formation.
2. Step 2: Introducing the new topic
   • Explain the importance of learning new vocabulary.
3. Step 3: Allowing pupils to contribute and correcting them as necessary
   • Encourage pupils to identify new words and practice pronunciation.

Teacher’s Activities:

1. Read a story that includes new vocabulary words.
2. Introduce new words and practice pronunciation with pupils.
3. Explain the meanings of new words using examples and demonstrations.
4. Guide pupils in creating sentences using the new words.
5. Provide feedback and correct mistakes.

Learners’ Activities:

1. Listen to the story and identify new words.
2. Practice pronouncing new words.
3. Learn the meanings of new words through examples and demonstrations.
4. Create sentences using the new words.
5. Share their sentences with the class.

Assessment:

1. Oral questions about new vocabulary words.
2. Review of pupils’ sentences.
3. Feedback on pronunciation and sentence formation.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is a helmet?
2. What is a crosswalk?
3. What does the red traffic light mean?
4. Why should you wear a seatbelt in the car?
5. What is a bicycle?
6. What does the green traffic light mean?
7. What keeps you safe when crossing the street?
8. What is a traffic light?
9. What should you fasten when you get into a car?
10. Why is it important to wear a helmet when riding a bike?

Conclusion:
Summarize the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of learning new vocabulary for better reading and communication skills. Provide feedback on pupils’ pronunciation and sentence formation, and correct any mistakes.

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