Narrative About a Memorable Event Comprehension English Grammar Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Basic 5 English Language First Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Engage Basic 5 pupils with a narrative about a memorable event to enhance their reading comprehension and storytelling skills.

Subject: English Language
Class: Basic 5
Term: First Term
Week: 10
Age: 10 years
Duration: 40 minutes per session

Topic: Reading Comprehension

Sub-topic: Narrative About a Memorable Event

Behavioural Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to:

1. Read and understand a narrative about a memorable event.
2. Identify the key elements of the story (setting, characters, plot).
3. Answer comprehension questions based on the narrative.

Keywords: Event, narrative, memorable, characters, setting, plot

Set Induction:

Begin by asking pupils about a memorable event in their own lives. Discuss why it was significant and how it made them feel.

Entry Behaviour:

Pupils have basic understanding of what a narrative is and may have personal experiences of memorable events.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Printed narrative about a memorable event
• Whiteboard and markers for discussion

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Connect the lesson to previous narrative writing or storytelling exercises, discussing the structure of a narrative.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Listening
• Reading
• Speaking
• Writing

Instructional Materials:

• Printed narrative passage
• Whiteboard and markers

Content

Reading Comprehension:

Passage Title: The Day We Won the Trophy

Passage:

“Last summer, my school’s football team participated in a regional tournament. It was a bright, sunny day, and everyone was excited. Our team had practiced hard for months, and we were determined to win.

The final match was intense. We played against a strong team from another town. The game was tied until the last few minutes. Then, with a powerful kick, our captain scored the winning goal. The crowd erupted in cheers, and our team celebrated with joy.

The moment we received the trophy was unforgettable. We posed for photographs and waved at our cheering families and friends. It was a proud moment for all of us. We felt like champions, not just because we won, but because we had worked together and supported each other.

That day taught us the value of teamwork, perseverance, and celebrating success together. It remains one of my fondest memories, and it always brings a smile to my face whenever I think about it.”

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was on “A Passage About Sports in Nigeria.” The teacher asks pupils to recall some of the sports discussed and their importance.

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic: “Today, we will read a narrative about a memorable event. We will learn about how memorable events can be shared through storytelling.”

Step 3: The teacher reads the passage aloud while the pupils follow along in their printed copies. After reading, the teacher encourages the pupils to discuss their own memorable events and what made them special.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Revises the previous topic on sports in Nigeria.
• Introduces the new topic and explains the elements of a narrative.
• Reads the passage to the pupils.
• Facilitates a discussion about memorable events and their significance.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen to the revision of the previous topic.
• Follow along as the teacher reads the passage.
• Share their own memorable events and discuss why they were special.

Assessment:

The teacher asks the pupils to answer the following questions to assess their understanding of the narrative:

Evaluation Questions:

1. What event is described in the passage?
2. Why was the day memorable for the narrator?
3. What was the final outcome of the football match?
4. How did the team feel when they won the trophy?
5. What role did teamwork play in the event?
6. Describe the setting of the event.
7. Who scored the winning goal in the match?
8. What emotions did the narrator experience during the event?
9. Why does the narrator consider the event as one of their fondest memories?
10. How did the event impact the narrator’s view on teamwork?

Class Activity Discussion:

1. What was the memorable event described in the passage?
   The memorable event was the school football team winning the regional tournament.
2. Why was the day significant for the narrator?
   It was significant because their team won the trophy and celebrated their success.
3. What happened in the final match?
   The game was tied until the captain scored the winning goal.
4. How did the team react to winning the trophy?
   The team celebrated joyfully and felt proud.
5. What did the narrator learn from the event?
   They learned about teamwork, perseverance, and celebrating success together.
6. What was the setting of the event?
   The event took place during a regional football tournament on a bright, sunny day.
7. Who scored the winning goal?
   The team captain scored the winning goal.
8. What emotions did the narrator feel?
   The narrator felt joy, pride, and a sense of accomplishment.
9. Why does the narrator remember this event fondly?
   The event is remembered fondly because of the teamwork and success shared with friends.
10. How did the event influence the narrator’s view on teamwork?
    It reinforced the value of working together and supporting each other.

Conclusion:

The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides feedback. The teacher encourages pupils to reflect on their own memorable events and to use storytelling to share their experiences.