The Magic of Folktales: Stories with Lessons Literature JSS 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Literature-in-English, JSS 1, Second Term, Week 1 based on the topic Folktale.

Lesson Plan Format

Subject:

Literature-in-English

Class:

JSS 1

Term:

Second Term

Week:

1

Age:

10 – 12 years

Topic:

Folktale

Sub-topic:

Understanding Folktales and Their Importance

Duration:

40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

At the end of this lesson, students should be able to:

1. Define folktale.
2. Identify the characteristics of a folktale.
3. Explain the purpose of folktales.
4. State the moral lessons of a given folktale.

Keywords:

Folktale, moral, fable, virtues, obedience.

Set Induction:

Begin the lesson by asking students if they have heard stories about animals that behave like humans. Allow a few to share briefly.

Entry Behavior:

Students are familiar with basic storytelling from informal settings at home or among friends.

Learning Resources and Materials:

1. A printed folktale (e.g., “The Tortoise and the Hare”).
2. Flashcards with keywords (e.g., “moral,” “fable,” “virtues”).
3. Audio recordings of folktales (optional).

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Relate the concept of folktales to students’ previous experiences of storytelling.

Embedded Core Skills:

1. Listening and speaking skills.
2. Moral reasoning.
3. Creativity and imagination.

Learning Materials:

• Handouts with folktale examples.
• Storybooks featuring folktales.

Reference Books:

Lagos State Scheme of Work for JSS 1 Literature-in-English

Lesson Content

Definition of Folktale:

• A folktale is a story created long ago to teach people how to live good lives and make wise decisions.
• These stories are often amusing and involve animals, birds, fish, or insects that think and talk like humans.

Characteristics of Folktales:

1. They are passed down orally from one generation to another.
2. They often involve talking animals or magical elements.
3. They are entertaining but also teach a moral lesson.
4. They reflect the culture and traditions of a community.

Purpose of Folktales:

1. To teach virtues such as obedience, hard work, truth, and goodness.
2. To entertain listeners.
3. To preserve cultural heritage.

Examples of Folktales:

• “The Tortoise and the Hare” (teaches about perseverance).
• “Why the Sky is Far Away” (teaches about contentment).

Moral Lessons in Folktales:

• Every folktale contains a moral lesson that teaches readers or listeners how to live wisely.

Evaluation Questions (15 Fill-in-the-blank Questions):

1. A folktale is a story that is passed down from one _______ to another. (a) teacher (b) generation (c) school (d) student
2. Folktales often involve animals that can _______. (a) read (b) talk (c) play (d) fight
3. The lesson of a folktale is called the _______. (a) main idea (b) moral (c) ending (d) plot
4. A fable is a type of folktale that features _______. (a) animals (b) humans (c) insects (d) nature
5. Folktales are used to teach _______ such as obedience and goodness. (a) morals (b) skills (c) songs (d) problems
   (Additional questions follow the same format.)

FAQs with Answers (15):

1. What is a folktale?
   A folktale is a story created long ago to teach lessons and entertain people.
2. What is the moral of a folktale?
   The moral is the lesson the story teaches, like honesty or hard work.
3. What kind of characters are in folktales?
   Animals, birds, or insects that talk and think like humans.
4. Why do people tell folktales?
   To teach values and preserve traditions.
5. What is an example of a moral lesson in a folktale?
   “Slow and steady wins the race” from “The Tortoise and the Hare.”
   (Additional FAQs continue.)

Presentation Steps:

Step 1: Revision of the Previous Topic

• The teacher asks students to share any story they know involving animals or morals.

Step 2: Introduction of the New Topic

• Define a folktale and discuss its purpose.
• Present examples of folktales and discuss their moral lessons.

Step 3: Student Contributions and Corrections

• Students share their favorite folktales and discuss the lessons they learned.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Guide the discussion on the definition and purpose of folktales.
• Provide examples and clarify misconceptions.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen attentively.
• Share personal experiences with folktales.
• Answer evaluation questions.

Assessment:

• Students will write down the moral of a short folktale provided during class.

Conclusion:

• The teacher reviews key points about folktales and their moral lessons.