Types of Nouns English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Lesson Plan: English Grammar, Primary 3, First Term, Week 1

Subject: English Grammar
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 8 years
Topic: Nouns
Sub-topic: Types of Nouns
Duration: 1 hour

Behavioral Objectives:

1. Pupils will be able to define a noun.
2. Pupils will identify different types of nouns.
3. Pupils will give examples of nouns.

Keywords: Noun, Common Noun, Proper Noun, Types

Set Induction: Begin with a song or rhyme about nouns to capture the pupils’ attention.

Entry Behavior: Pupils have been introduced to basic grammar terms.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Flashcards with nouns
• Pictures of objects
• Chart with types of nouns

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Discuss names of objects in the classroom and at home.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Listening

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 3

Instructional Materials:

• Flashcards
• Pictures
• Charts

Content:

1. Definition of Nouns
2. Types of Nouns:
   • Common Nouns: names of general items (e.g., boy, school)
   • Proper Nouns: names of specific items (e.g., John, Lagos)

Examples:

• Common Nouns: teacher, car, dog
• Proper Nouns: Mr. Smith, Toyota, Max

10 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options:

1. A ___ is the name of a person, place, or thing.
   • a) noun
   • b) verb
   • c) adjective
2. John is a ___ noun.
   • a) common
   • b) proper
   • c) pronoun
3. The word “school” is a ___ noun.
   • a) proper
   • b) common
   • c) abstract
4. “Africa” is a ___ noun.
   • a) proper
   • b) common
   • c) collective
5. The word “book” is a ___ noun.
   • a) proper
   • b) common
   • c) material
6. “Lagos” is a ___ noun.
   • a) proper
   • b) common
   • c) abstract
7. “Car” is a ___ noun.
   • a) proper
   • b) common
   • c) abstract
8. “Mr. John” is a ___ noun.
   • a) proper
   • b) common
   • c) collective
9. “Teacher” is a ___ noun.
   • a) proper
   • b) common
   • c) material
10. “Nike” is a ___ noun.
    • a) proper
    • b) common
    • c) abstract

10 FAQs with Answers:

1. What is a noun? A noun is a name of a person, place, or thing.
2. What are common nouns? Common nouns are general names of items.
3. What are proper nouns? Proper nouns are specific names of items.
4. Give an example of a common noun. Examples: teacher, car, dog.
5. Give an example of a proper noun. Examples: John, Lagos.
6. Is “school” a common or proper noun? School is a common noun.
7. Is “Africa” a common or proper noun? Africa is a proper noun.
8. Is “Toyota” a common or proper noun? Toyota is a proper noun.
9. Is “book” a common or proper noun? Book is a common noun.
10. Is “Mr. Smith” a common or proper noun? Mr. Smith is a proper noun.

Presentation: Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Parts of Speech.” Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, “Types of Nouns,” using flashcards and charts. Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions and corrects them when and where necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Display flashcards with examples of nouns.
• Explain the types of nouns.
• Ask pupils to identify nouns from pictures.

Learners’ Activities:

• Identify and name objects in the classroom.
• Participate in group discussions about nouns.
• Complete fill-in-the-blank questions.

Assessment:

1. Define a noun.
2. Name two types of nouns.
3. Give three examples of common nouns.
4. Give three examples of proper nouns.
5. Identify the type of noun: “Mr. Smith.”
6. Identify the type of noun: “city.”
7. Identify the type of noun: “Nigeria.”
8. Identify the type of noun: “dog.”
9. Identify the type of noun: “Lagos.”
10. Identify the type of noun: “car.”

Conclusion: The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides necessary feedback.

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