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:
- Identify new words and pronounce them.
- Recognize the meanings of new words.
- Demonstrate the meaning of the new words.
- 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:
- Identify new words and pronounce them.
- Recognize the meanings of new words.
- Demonstrate the meaning of the new words.
- 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:
- Introduction to New Words:
- Introduce 5-10 new words to the class.
- Display each word on a flashcard and pronounce it clearly.
- Pronunciation Practice:
- Have pupils repeat the pronunciation of each new word.
- Correct any mispronunciations and provide phonetic guidance.
- Recognizing Meanings:
- Discuss the meaning of each new word.
- Use simple sentences to explain the meanings.
- 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.
- 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:
- Honesty
- Pronunciation: /ˈɒnɪsti/
- Meaning: Telling the truth and being sincere.
- Sentence: “Honesty is important in all our dealings.”
- Perseverance
- Pronunciation: /ˌpɜːsɪˈvɪərəns/
- Meaning: Continuing to try despite difficulties.
- Sentence: “With perseverance, you can achieve your goals.”
- Generosity
- Pronunciation: /ˌdʒɛnəˈrɒsɪti/
- Meaning: Being kind and giving to others.
- Sentence: “Her generosity helped many people in need.”
- Integrity
- Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti/
- Meaning: Being honest and having strong moral principles.
- Sentence: “He is known for his integrity and fairness.”
- Punctuality
- Pronunciation: /ˌpʌŋktʃuˈælɪti/
- Meaning: Being on time.
- Sentence: “Punctuality is important for success.”
Evaluation
- The value of ______ means telling the truth.
a) honesty
b) perseverance
c) generosity
d) punctuality - Continuing to try despite difficulties is called ______.
a) generosity
b) honesty
c) integrity
d) perseverance - Being kind and giving to others shows ______.
a) punctuality
b) generosity
c) honesty
d) perseverance - ______ is known for being honest and having strong moral principles.
a) Punctuality
b) Integrity
c) Generosity
d) Perseverance - Being on time is referred to as ______.
a) honesty
b) generosity
c) punctuality
d) perseverance - Ade is known for his ______ in returning lost items.
a) integrity
b) generosity
c) honesty
d) perseverance - Wale’s ______ helped him score high marks.
a) punctuality
b) honesty
c) perseverance
d) generosity - Simbi’s ______ made her beloved by her classmates.
a) honesty
b) integrity
c) generosity
d) punctuality - Edet’s ______ ensured he never missed an announcement.
a) perseverance
b) generosity
c) punctuality
d) integrity - The act of being on time is known as ______.
a) perseverance
b) punctuality
c) honesty
d) generosity - ______ is the quality of continuing to try despite challenges.
a) Integrity
b) Punctuality
c) Generosity
d) Perseverance - People trust Ade because of his ______.
a) honesty
b) punctuality
c) generosity
d) perseverance - Wale’s hard work shows his ______.
a) punctuality
b) integrity
c) perseverance
d) generosity - Helping others in need is a sign of ______.
a) honesty
b) generosity
c) perseverance
d) punctuality - Being truthful and sincere means having ______.
a) honesty
b) generosity
c) punctuality
d) perseverance
Class Activity Discussion
- Q: What does honesty mean?
A: Honesty means telling the truth and being sincere. - Q: How is perseverance shown?
A: Perseverance is shown by continuing to try despite difficulties. - Q: What is generosity?
A: Generosity is being kind and giving to others. - Q: What does integrity refer to?
A: Integrity refers to being honest and having strong moral principles. - 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. - Q: How can honesty affect relationships?
A: Honesty builds trust and strengthens relationships. - Q: Why is perseverance valuable?
A: Perseverance is valuable because it helps you overcome obstacles and achieve your goals. - Q: How does generosity benefit a community?
A: Generosity benefits a community by helping those in need and creating a supportive environment. - 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. - Q: Can punctuality impact your success?
A: Yes, punctuality can impact your success by helping you be prepared and reliable. - Q: What is a sign of honesty?
A: A sign of honesty is always telling the truth, even when it’s difficult. - 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. - 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. - Q: How does integrity affect decision-making?
A: Integrity affects decision-making by ensuring you choose actions that are ethical and honest. - 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:
- Step 1: Revising the previous topic
- Review the previous lesson on vocabulary building.
- Step 2: Introducing the new topic
- Introduce the new words and their meanings.
- 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:
- Introduce the new words and pronounce them clearly.
- Guide pupils in discussing the meanings and demonstrating understanding.
- Facilitate activities where pupils use the new words in sentences.
Learners’ Activities:
- Listen to the pronunciation of new words and repeat them.
- Discuss and understand the meanings of new words.
- Use the new words in sentences during activities.
Assessment:
- Oral questions to check understanding of new words and their meanings.
- Review of sentences created by pupils using the new words.
- Feedback on participation and understanding of vocabulary.
10 Evaluation Questions:
- What is the meaning of honesty?
- How can you demonstrate perseverance?
- What does generosity involve?
- Why is integrity important?
- How does punctuality benefit you?
- Give an example of how you can show honesty.
- Why is perseverance necessary for success?
- In what ways can you be generous?
- How does integrity influence your actions?
- 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.