Ahirimfe (Simple Poems) Igbo Language Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 9

Igbo Language Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 9

Subject: Igbo Language
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 9
Age: 9 years
Topic: Ahirimfe (Simple Poems)
Sub-topic:

• Kedu Ihe Bu Ahirimfe (What is a Poem)
• Ime Ahirimfe Di Iche Iche (Writing Different Types of Poems)

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
a. Describe what a poem is.
b. Write different types of simple poems.
c. Identify and analyze examples of poems.

Keywords:

• Ahirimfe (Poem)
• Nkowa (Definition)
• Ime (Writing)
• Di Iche Iche (Different Types)

Set Induction:
Start by reading a simple and engaging poem to the class. Ask pupils if they know what a poem is and discuss their responses.

Entry Behaviour:
Pupils should have basic knowledge of simple writing and reading skills.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Examples of simple poems
• Writing materials (notebooks, pens)
• Charts or posters illustrating different types of poems

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Relate the concept of poems to familiar rhymes and songs that pupils know. Discuss how poems can express feelings and ideas creatively.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Creative writing
• Reading comprehension
• Expressive language

Learning Materials:

• Sample poems
• Charts showing poem structures
• Writing tools

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Igbo Language
• Textbooks on Poetry and Creative Writing

Instructional Materials:

• Examples of poems
• Charts on types of poems

Content:

1. Kedu Ihe Bu Ahirimfe
   • Explain what a poem is: a type of writing that uses rhythmic and expressive language.
   • Discuss the characteristics of poems, such as lines, stanzas, and rhyming.
2. Ime Ahirimfe Di Iche Iche
   • Introduce different types of simple poems (e.g., acrostic, limericks).
   • Show examples of each type and guide pupils in writing their own poems.

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

1. Ahirimfe bụ ______ (a. Poem, b. Story, c. Letter).
2. Nkowa pụtara ______ (a. Definition, b. Example, c. Title).
3. Ime Ahirimfe pụtara ______ (a. Writing Poems, b. Reading Poems, c. Discussing Poems).
4. Di Iche Iche pụtara ______ (a. Different Types, b. Same Type, c. Old Poems).
5. Ahirimfe nwere ______ (a. Lines and Stanzas, b. Paragraphs, c. Chapters).
6. Akụkụ bụ ______ (a. Stanza, b. Sentence, c. Chapter).
7. Ihie Nnukwu bụ ______ (a. Rhyming, b. Repetition, c. Definition).
8. Ede bụ ______ (a. Write, b. Read, c. Speak).
9. Nkọwa Ahirimfe bụ ______ (a. Poem Definition, b. Poem Example, c. Poem Title).
10. Ahirimfe nwere ______ (a. Rhymes, b. Paragraphs, c. Chapters).
11. Ikwu Ahirimfe bụ ______ (a. Writing Poems, b. Reading Poems, c. Listening to Poems).
12. Ime bụ ______ (a. Writing, b. Reading, c. Speaking).
13. Di Iche Iche bụ ______ (a. Different Types, b. Similar Types, c. Old Poems).
14. Nkowa Ahirimfe bụ ______ (a. Poem Definition, b. Poem Structure, c. Poem Analysis).
15. Akụkụ Ahirimfe bụ ______ (a. Stanza, b. Chapter, c. Paragraph).

15 FAQs with Answers:

1. Q: Kedu ihe bụ Ahirimfe?
   A: Ahirimfe bụ ụdị edemede nke eji okwu eji atụ ihe na-eme ihe na-akọ.
2. Q: Kedu ihe Nkowa pụtara?
   A: Nkowa pụtara definition or explanation of something.
3. Q: Kedu ihe Ime Ahirimfe pụtara?
   A: Ime Ahirimfe pụtara writing poems.
4. Q: Kedu ihe Di Iche Iche pụtara?
   A: Di Iche Iche pụtara different types of something.
5. Q: Kedu ihe Ahirimfe nwere?
   A: Ahirimfe nwere lines and stanzas.
6. Q: Kedu ihe Akụkụ bụ?
   A: Akụkụ bụ stanza in a poem.
7. Q: Kedu ihe Ihie Nnukwu bụ?
   A: Ihie Nnukwu bụ rhyming or repeating words in a poem.
8. Q: Kedu ihe Ede pụtara?
   A: Ede pụtara to write.
9. Q: Kedu ihe Nkọwa Ahirimfe bụ?
   A: Nkọwa Ahirimfe bụ the definition or explanation of a poem.
10. Q: Kedu ihe Ahirimfe nwere?
    A: Ahirimfe nwere rhymes and stanzas.
11. Q: Kedu ihe Ikwu Ahirimfe bụ?
    A: Ikwu Ahirimfe bụ writing poems.
12. Q: Kedu ihe Ime pụtara?
    A: Ime pụtara writing.
13. Q: Kedu ihe Di Iche Iche bụ?
    A: Di Iche Iche bụ different types.
14. Q: Kedu ihe Nkowa Ahirimfe bụ?
    A: Nkowa Ahirimfe bụ the definition of a poem.
15. Q: Kedu ihe Akụkụ Ahirimfe bụ?
    A: Akụkụ Ahirimfe bụ stanza or part of a poem.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: Introduce what a poem is and its characteristics.
2. Step 2: Discuss different types of simple poems and show examples.
3. Step 3: Have pupils practice writing their own poems.

Teacher’s Activities:

1. Explain the concept and characteristics of poems.
2. Provide examples and guide pupils in writing different types of poems.
3. Assist pupils in analyzing examples of poems.

Learners’ Activities:

1. Identify and describe the characteristics of poems.
2. Write different types of simple poems.
3. Analyze and discuss examples of poems.

Assessment:

• Evaluate pupils’ understanding of what constitutes a poem.
• Check their ability to write different types of poems.

10 Evaluation Questions:

1. Kedu ihe bụ Ahirimfe?
2. Kedu ihe Nkowa pụtara?
3. Kedu ihe Ime Ahirimfe pụtara?
4. Kedu ihe Di Iche Iche pụtara?
5. Kedu ihe Ahirimfe nwere?
6. Kedu ihe Akụkụ bụ?
7. Kedu ihe Ihie Nnukwu bụ?
8. Kedu ihe Ede pụtara?
9. Kedu ihe Nkọwa Ahirimfe bụ?
10. Kedu ihe Akụkụ Ahirimfe bụ?

Conclusion:

The teacher will review pupils’ poems, providing feedback to ensure they understand the concept of poetry and can effectively write different types of poems. Pupils will demonstrate their understanding by writing and discussing their poems.