New Words and Their Meanings Vocabulary Building English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Week 4: Vocabulary Building – New Words and Their Meanings

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 the new words.
4. Use the new words in sentences.

Lesson Plan

Subject: English Vocabulary Building

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 4

Period: Fourth

Age: 7 years

Topic: New Words and Their Meanings

Sub-topic: Learning and Using New Vocabulary

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 the new words.
4. Use the new words in sentences.

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

Set Induction: Start with a short, fun activity where students guess the meanings of unfamiliar words.

Entry Behavior: Pupils have basic knowledge of reading and identifying simple words.

Learning Resources and Materials: Flashcards with new words, dictionary, whiteboard, markers.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Connect to previous lessons on vocabulary and reading comprehension.

Embedded Core Skills: Reading, critical thinking, pronunciation, sentence construction.

Learning Materials: Flashcards with new words, dictionary, whiteboard, markers.

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

Instructional Materials: Flashcards with new words, dictionary, whiteboard, markers.

Content:

1. Introduction to New Words:
   • Introduce 5-10 new words to the class.
   • Display each word on a flashcard and pronounce it clearly.
2. Pronunciation Practice:
   • Have pupils repeat the pronunciation of each new word.
   • Correct any mispronunciations and provide phonetic guidance.
3. Recognizing Meanings:
   • Discuss the meaning of each new word.
   • Use simple sentences to explain the meanings.
4. Demonstrating Meanings:
   • Act out or use pictures to demonstrate the meaning of each new word.
   • Engage pupils in activities that show understanding of the word meanings.
5. Using New Words in Sentences:
   • Ask pupils to create sentences using each new word.
   • Provide feedback and correct any errors in usage.

Examples of New Words:

1. Honesty
   • Pronunciation: /ˈɒnɪsti/
   • Meaning: Telling the truth and being sincere.
   • Sentence: “Honesty is important in all our dealings.”
2. Perseverance
   • Pronunciation: /ˌpɜːsɪˈvɪərəns/
   • Meaning: Continuing to try despite difficulties.
   • Sentence: “With perseverance, you can achieve your goals.”
3. Generosity
   • Pronunciation: /ˌdʒɛnəˈrɒsɪti/
   • Meaning: Being kind and giving to others.
   • Sentence: “Her generosity helped many people in need.”
4. Integrity
   • Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti/
   • Meaning: Being honest and having strong moral principles.
   • Sentence: “He is known for his integrity and fairness.”
5. Punctuality
   • Pronunciation: /ˌpʌŋktʃuˈælɪti/
   • Meaning: Being on time.
   • Sentence: “Punctuality is important for success.”

Evaluation 

1. The value of ______ means telling the truth.
   a) honesty
   b) perseverance
   c) generosity
   d) punctuality
2. Continuing to try despite difficulties is called ______.
   a) generosity
   b) honesty
   c) integrity
   d) perseverance
3. Being kind and giving to others shows ______.
   a) punctuality
   b) generosity
   c) honesty
   d) perseverance
4. ______ is known for being honest and having strong moral principles.
   a) Punctuality
   b) Integrity
   c) Generosity
   d) Perseverance
5. Being on time is referred to as ______.
   a) honesty
   b) generosity
   c) punctuality
   d) perseverance
6. Ade is known for his ______ in returning lost items.
   a) integrity
   b) generosity
   c) honesty
   d) perseverance
7. Wale’s ______ helped him score high marks.
   a) punctuality
   b) honesty
   c) perseverance
   d) generosity
8. Simbi’s ______ made her beloved by her classmates.
   a) honesty
   b) integrity
   c) generosity
   d) punctuality
9. Edet’s ______ ensured he never missed an announcement.
   a) perseverance
   b) generosity
   c) punctuality
   d) integrity
10. The act of being on time is known as ______.
    a) perseverance
    b) punctuality
    c) honesty
    d) generosity
11. ______ is the quality of continuing to try despite challenges.
    a) Integrity
    b) Punctuality
    c) Generosity
    d) Perseverance
12. People trust Ade because of his ______.
    a) honesty
    b) punctuality
    c) generosity
    d) perseverance
13. Wale’s hard work shows his ______.
    a) punctuality
    b) integrity
    c) perseverance
    d) generosity
14. Helping others in need is a sign of ______.
    a) honesty
    b) generosity
    c) perseverance
    d) punctuality
15. Being truthful and sincere means having ______.
    a) honesty
    b) generosity
    c) punctuality
    d) perseverance

Class Activity Discussion 

1. Q: What does honesty mean?
   A: Honesty means telling the truth and being sincere.
2. Q: How is perseverance shown?
   A: Perseverance is shown by continuing to try despite difficulties.
3. Q: What is generosity?
   A: Generosity is being kind and giving to others.
4. Q: What does integrity refer to?
   A: Integrity refers to being honest and having strong moral principles.
5. Q: Why is punctuality important?
   A: Punctuality is important because it shows respect for others’ time and helps ensure you don’t miss important events.
6. Q: How can honesty affect relationships?
   A: Honesty builds trust and strengthens relationships.
7. Q: Why is perseverance valuable?
   A: Perseverance is valuable because it helps you overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.
8. Q: How does generosity benefit a community?
   A: Generosity benefits a community by helping those in need and creating a supportive environment.
9. Q: What role does integrity play in a person’s character?
   A: Integrity plays a crucial role in ensuring a person is trusted and respected by others.
10. Q: Can punctuality impact your success?
    A: Yes, punctuality can impact your success by helping you be prepared and reliable.
11. Q: What is a sign of honesty?
    A: A sign of honesty is always telling the truth, even when it’s difficult.
12. Q: How can perseverance help in school?
    A: Perseverance can help in school by enabling you to keep trying and improving, even when subjects are challenging.
13. Q: In what ways can you show generosity at school?
    A: You can show generosity at school by sharing materials, helping classmates, and being kind.
14. Q: How does integrity affect decision-making?
    A: Integrity affects decision-making by ensuring you choose actions that are ethical and honest.
15. Q: Why should we practice punctuality?
    A: We should practice punctuality to show respect for others and to make sure we don’t miss important opportunities.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: Revising the previous topic
   • Review the previous lesson on vocabulary building.
2. Step 2: Introducing the new topic
   • Introduce the new words and their meanings.
3. Step 3: Allowing pupils to contribute and correcting them as necessary
   • Encourage pupils to use the new words in sentences and provide feedback.

Teacher’s Activities:

1. Introduce the new words and pronounce them clearly.
2. Guide pupils in discussing the meanings and demonstrating understanding.
3. Facilitate activities where pupils use the new words in sentences.

Learners’ Activities:

1. Listen to the pronunciation of new words and repeat them.
2. Discuss and understand the meanings of new words.
3. Use the new words in sentences during activities.

Assessment:

1. Oral questions to check understanding of new words and their meanings.
2. Review of sentences created by pupils using the new words.
3. Feedback on participation and understanding of vocabulary.

10 Evaluation Questions:

1. What is the meaning of honesty?
2. How can you demonstrate perseverance?
3. What does generosity involve?
4. Why is integrity important?
5. How does punctuality benefit you?
6. Give an example of how you can show honesty.
7. Why is perseverance necessary for success?
8. In what ways can you be generous?
9. How does integrity influence your actions?
10. What are the benefits of being punctual?

Conclusion:

• Summarize the lesson on new words and their meanings.
• Highlight the importance of using new vocabulary in everyday conversations.
• Encourage pupils to practice these words at home and in school.