Traditional Clothing Vocabulary and Spelling English Grammar Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Spellings and Dictation English Grammar Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Subject: English Grammar
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 8
Age: 9 years
Topic: Reading Descriptive Passage on Traditional Clothing in Nigeria
Sub-topic: Vocabulary, Spelling, and Meaning
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

• Students will learn new vocabulary related to traditional clothing.
• Students will spell and define new words correctly.
• Students will use the new words in sentences.

Key Words:

• Traditional
• Clothing
• Costume
• Attire
• Fabric
• Embroidery
• Pattern
• Culture
• Garment
• Textile

Set Induction:
Discuss the significance of traditional clothing in different cultures and its role in Nigeria.

Entry Behaviour:
Students should be familiar with basic clothing vocabulary.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Descriptive passage about traditional clothing
• Flashcards with new words
• Whiteboard and markers

Building Background /Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Students should recall previous lessons on descriptive passages and apply their knowledge to new vocabulary.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Vocabulary building
• Spelling and dictation
• Sentence construction

Learning Materials:

• Passage on traditional clothing
• Flashcards
• Worksheets

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work

Instructional Materials:

• Flashcards with new words
• Whiteboard
• Worksheets with exercises

Content:

1. New Words:
   • Traditional: (trə-DI-shuh-nl) – Related to customs or practices of a particular culture or group.
     Sentence: The traditional clothing of the Igbo people is colorful and rich in history.
   • Clothing: (KLOH-thing) – Garments or attire worn on the body.
     Sentence: Traditional clothing often varies between cultures.
   • Costume: (KOS-toom) – A set of clothes worn to represent a particular character or style.
     Sentence: She wore a beautiful costume for the festival.
   • Attire: (uh-TAIR) – Clothes, especially those worn for a special occasion.
     Sentence: His attire was very formal for the ceremony.
   • Fabric: (FAB-rik) – Material, typically produced by weaving or knitting textile fibers.
     Sentence: The fabric used in traditional clothing is often handwoven.
   • Embroidery: (em-BROI-der-ee) – Decorative stitching on fabric.
     Sentence: The embroidery on the dress was intricate and beautiful.
   • Pattern: (PAT-ern) – A repeated decorative design.
     Sentence: The pattern on the cloth is unique to the local tribe.
   • Culture: (KUL-chur) – The social behavior and norms found in human societies.
     Sentence: Traditional clothing reflects the culture of its people.
   • Garment: (GAR-ment) – A piece of clothing.
     Sentence: Each garment had a special significance.
   • Textile: (TEK-stile) – A type of cloth or woven fabric.
     Sentence: Textiles are often made from cotton, silk, or wool.
2. Activities:
   • Spelling Practice: Write each word and divide into syllables.
   • Meaning Review: Define each word and use in a sentence.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: The teacher revises the meanings and spellings of the vocabulary from the previous lesson.
2. Step 2: The teacher introduces the new vocabulary related to traditional clothing and explains their meanings.
3. Step 3: The teacher encourages students to use new words in sentences and provides correction as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Introduce and review new vocabulary.
• Guide students in spelling and using words in sentences.
• Provide feedback on students’ usage of new words.

Learners’ Activities:

• Practice spelling and defining new words.
• Write sentences using new vocabulary.
• Participate in discussions about traditional clothing.

Assessment:

• Evaluate students’ spelling and use of new words in sentences.
• Review completed worksheets for accuracy.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Spell the word “traditional.”
2. What is the meaning of “clothing”?
3. Use “costume” in a sentence.
4. How do you spell “attire”?
5. What does “fabric” refer to?
6. Write a sentence with “embroidery.”
7. What is a “pattern”?
8. Use “culture” in a sentence.
9. How do you spell “garment”?
10. What does “textile” mean?

Class Activity Discussion:

1. What is the meaning of “traditional”?
   Answer: Traditional refers to customs or practices that are passed down through generations.
2. How do you use “clothing” in a sentence?
   Answer: Clothing includes all the items worn on the body.
3. What does “costume” mean?
   Answer: A costume is a set of clothes worn to represent a particular character or style.
4. How is “attire” used?
   Answer: Attire refers to clothes worn for a special occasion.
5. What is “fabric”?
   Answer: Fabric is material used to make clothes, usually made by weaving or knitting fibers.
6. Use “embroidery” in a sentence.
   Answer: The embroidery on the jacket was hand-stitched.
7. What is meant by “pattern”?
   Answer: A pattern is a repeated design or motif on fabric.
8. How do you spell “culture”?
   Answer: C-U-L-T-U-R-E
9. Use “garment” in a sentence.
   Answer: Each garment worn in the festival had its own special meaning.
10. What does “textile” mean?
    Answer: Textile is a type of fabric or woven material used for making clothes.

Conclusion:
The teacher reviews students’ work, provides feedback on spelling and usage, and prepares for the next lesson.

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