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English Language Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Subject: English Language
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 6
Age: 9 years

Topic: Using ‘Should’ and ‘Would’ for Advice and Polite Requests
Sub-topic: Understanding and Applying ‘Should’ and ‘Would’ in Context
Duration: 1 hour

Behavioural Objectives:

Students will be able to use ‘should’ to give advice and ‘would’ for polite requests.
Students will identify and apply these modal verbs in appropriate contexts.
Students will demonstrate their understanding through written and spoken exercises.

Keywords: Should, Would, Advice, Polite Requests

Set Induction:

Start with a brief discussion about giving advice and making polite requests in everyday life. Ask students for examples of advice they have received and polite requests they have made.

Entry Behaviour:

Students should be familiar with basic modal verbs and their uses from previous lessons.

Learning Resources and Materials:

Textbooks: Lagos State Scheme of Work
Flashcards with examples of ‘should’ and ‘would’

Worksheets for practice
Whiteboard and markers

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Review previous lessons on modal verbs for possibility and permission. Connect these to how ‘should’ and ‘would’ express advice and polite requests.

Embedded Core Skills:

Critical thinking: Evaluating the appropriateness of advice and requests.
Writing skills: Constructing sentences using ‘should’ and ‘would’.
Communication skills: Using ‘should’ and ‘would’ effectively in conversations.

Learning Materials:

Textbook examples
Practice worksheets
Visual aids such as flashcards and charts

Reference Books:

Lagos State Scheme of Work
Primary 4 English Language Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

Worksheets with exercises
Interactive whiteboard or projector

Content:

Explanation of the Topic:

Define ‘Should’ and ‘Would’:
- ‘Should’: Used to give advice or recommendations (e.g., “You should study for the test.”).
- ‘Would’: Used for polite requests or to describe hypothetical situations (e.g., “Would you pass the salt, please?” or “I would go if I were you.”).
Provide Examples and Non-Examples:
- Example (Should): “You should eat more fruits and vegetables.”
- Non-example: “You would eat more fruits and vegetables.” (Incorrect use of ‘would’ for advice)
- Example (Would): “Would you like to come to the party?”
- Non-example: “Should you like to come to the party?” (Incorrect use of ‘should’ for requests)
- Example (Should for Advice): “You should wear a jacket; it’s cold outside.”
- Non-example: “Would you wear a jacket; it’s cold outside?” (Incorrect use of ‘would’ for advice)
- Example (Would for Polite Request): “Would you mind closing the door?”
- Non-example: “Should you mind closing the door?” (Incorrect use of ‘should’ for requests)
Illustrate with Visual Aids: Use charts to show the different uses of ‘should’ and ‘would’ with examples.
Explain Rules or Structure:
- ‘Should’: Used to give advice or make recommendations based on what is considered best (e.g., “You should read this book.”).
- ‘Would’: Used for polite requests or hypothetical situations (e.g., “Would you help me?” or “I would travel if I had time.”).
Offer Practice Sentences: Create sentences using ‘should’ and ‘would’ for practice.

Examples:

“You ___ see a doctor if you’re feeling sick.” (should)
“___ you help me with this problem?” (Would)
“I ___ visit my grandparents if I had a car.” (would)
“We ___ recycle more to help the environment.” (should)
“___ you please close the window?” (Would)

Evaluation:

“You ___ go to bed early if you are tired.” a) would b) should c) might d) can

“___ you like to come to the cinema with us?” a) Should b) Might c) Would d) Could
“He ___ finish his homework before going out.” a) should b) would c) might d) may
“___ you be able to help me with this assignment?” a) Could b) Should c) Would d) Might
“We ___ eat more vegetables for better health.” a) might b) should c) would d) can
“I ___ call you if I need help.” a) could b) might c) should d) would
“___ you please pass me the book?” a) Would b) Should c) Could d) Might
“She ___ be able to come if she finishes her work.” a) would b) might c) should d) can
“You ___ take a break if you’re feeling tired.” a) would b) should c) could d) might
“___ you help me with my homework?” a) Should b) Would c) Might d) Can
“I ___ go to the party if I finish my work.” a) might b) would c) should d) can
“___ you like to join us for dinner?” a) Should b) Might c) Could d) Would
“You ___ take your umbrella; it might rain.” a) would b) should c) could d) might
“I ___ finish this by tomorrow.” a) should b) would c) might d) can
“___ you tell me how to get to the museum?” a) Could b) Might c) Should d) Would

Class Activity Discussion:

How do you use ‘should’ to give advice? (Answer: “You should drink plenty of water.”)
What is the difference between ‘should’ and ‘would’ in requests? (Answer: ‘Should’ is not used for requests; ‘would’ is more polite for requests.)
Provide an example of using ‘would’ in a polite request. (Answer: “Would you mind closing the door?”)
How can ‘should’ be used to suggest a course of action? (Answer: “You should study harder for the exam.”)
Create a sentence using ‘should’ for advice about health. (Answer: “You should eat more fruits.”)
Write a polite request using ‘would’. (Answer: “Would you help me with this task?”)
How does ‘would’ express a hypothetical situation? (Answer: “I would travel if I had more time.”)
What is a common mistake when using ‘should’ for requests? (Answer: Using ‘should’ instead of ‘would’ for requests.)
How can ‘should’ and ‘would’ improve communication? (Answer: They help convey advice and make polite requests effectively.)
Provide an example of ‘would’ for a hypothetical situation. (Answer: “I would buy the book if it were on sale.”)

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Using ‘Can’, ‘Could’, ‘May’, ‘Might’ for Possibility and Permission.”
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic: “Today, we will learn how to use ‘should’ to give advice and ‘would’ for polite requests. We will discuss the differences and practice using these modal verbs in sentences.”
Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to create their own sentences using ‘should’ and ‘would’, providing feedback and corrections as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

Explain the topic with relevant examples and scenarios.
Conduct group activities and practice exercises.
Provide feedback and address any misunderstandings.

Learners’ Activities:

Participate in discussions and create sentences using ‘should’ and ‘would’.
Share examples and practice sentences.
Complete worksheets and engage in class activities.

Assessment:

Observe student participation in activities.
Review and assess completed worksheets.
Provide feedback on the correct usage of ‘should’ and ‘would’.

Evaluation Questions:

How do you use ‘should’ to give advice?
What is the purpose of using ‘would’ in polite requests?
Create a sentence using ‘should’ for health advice.

Write a polite request using ‘would’.
How does ‘would’ express a hypothetical situation?
What is the difference between ‘should’ and ‘would’ for requests?
Provide an example of ‘should’ used in a recommendation.
How can ‘would’ be used to make a polite suggestion?
What mistake is commonly made with ‘should’ and ‘would’?
How can ‘should’ and ‘would’ be used to improve communication?

Conclusion: The teacher will go around to mark and assess the pupils’ understanding of the topic. Additional support will be provided to students who need help.

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