Verbal Reasoning Lesson Note – Primary 5 (Second Term, Week 4)

Subject: Verbal Reasoning

Class: Primary 5

Term: Second Term

Week: 4

Topic: Expression (Meaning)

Sub-topic: Understanding Expressions with “Heart”

Duration: 40 Minutes

Age: 9 – 10 Years

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. Identify expressions that contain the word “heart.”
2. Explain the meanings of these expressions.
3. Use the expressions correctly in sentences.
4. Differentiate between literal and figurative meanings of words.

Keywords:

• Expressions
• Meaning
• Memorize
• Cheer up
• Distressing
• Generous

Set Induction:

The teacher asks the pupils to mention any phrases they know that include the word “heart” (e.g., “kind-hearted,” “heartbreak”). The teacher explains that some expressions do not mean exactly what the words suggest but have deeper meanings.

Entry Behavior:

Pupils have heard and used common expressions in everyday conversations.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Flashcards with expressions and their meanings
• Pictures illustrating emotions related to the expressions
• Chart with different expressions and their meanings

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Pupils have learned about synonyms and antonyms in previous lessons, helping them understand word meanings.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Listening skills
• Critical thinking
• Vocabulary development
• Sentence construction

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Primary 5 Verbal Reasoning Textbook
• Oxford English Dictionary

Instructional Materials:

• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed expressions with meanings
• Sentence formation exercises

Content Development

Expressions and Their Meanings

Examples in Sentences:

1. Her heartfelt gratitude was evident in her speech.
2. The villain in the story was so heartless that he showed no mercy.
3. We were asked to learn the poem by heart for the competition.
4. She put her heart into the painting and made it beautiful.
5. The football team received a hearty welcome from their fans.
6. John lost heart when he failed the test.
7. Even after the loss, the coach told the players to take heart and try again.
8. She was heartbroken when her pet went missing.
9. The sight of the hungry children was truly heartrending.
10. The comedian’s jokes made the crowd feel lighthearted and happy.

Evaluation Questions (Fill in the blanks)

Choose the correct answer from the options:

1. A person who is very sad is said to be ______.
   a) heartbroken
   b) hearty
   c) lighthearted
   d) cheerful
2. When you put great effort into something, you ______.
   a) lose heart
   b) put your heart into it
   c) take heart
   d) become heartbroken
3. If something is distressing, it is ______.
   a) lighthearted
   b) heartrending
   c) hearty
   d) cheerful
4. A cruel person is called ______.
   a) hearty
   b) heartless
   c) heartfelt
   d) generous
5. When you memorize something, you ______.
   a) learn it by heart
   b) take heart
   c) break your heart
   d) put your heart into it
6. A person who is loud and vigorous is ______.
   a) heartbroken
   b) lighthearted
   c) hearty
   d) heartrending
7. If you feel discouraged, you have ______.
   a) lost heart
   b) taken heart
   c) memorized
   d) been heartbroken
8. To cheer up means to ______.
   a) learn by heart
   b) take heart
   c) lose heart
   d) be hearty
9. A happy person is called ______.
   a) heartless
   b) lighthearted
   c) heartrending
   d) hearty
10. A sincere feeling is described as ______.
    a) heartfelt
    b) heartless
    c) hearty
    d) lighthearted

Class Activity (Discussion Questions and Answers)

1. What does “heartfelt” mean?
   • It means sincere.
2. How would you describe a heartless person?
   • A cruel person who has no feelings for others.
3. What does it mean to “learn something by heart”?
   • It means to memorize it completely.
4. Give an example of how someone can “put their heart into” something.
   • A student who studies hard for an exam is putting their heart into their studies.
5. What is the meaning of “to lose heart”?
   • It means to feel discouraged.
6. When should someone “take heart”?
   • When they face a difficult situation and need encouragement.
7. What does “heartbroken” mean?
   • It means to feel very sad.
8. How do you use “heartrending” in a sentence?
   • The heartrending story of the orphan moved everyone to tears.
9. What does it mean to be “lighthearted”?
   • It means to be cheerful and happy.
10. What kind of welcome is called “hearty”?
    • A warm and enthusiastic welcome.

Presentation Steps

1. Introduction – The teacher explains that some phrases have deeper meanings beyond the literal words.
2. Discussion – Teacher writes expressions on the board and asks pupils to guess their meanings.
3. Explanation – Teacher explains each expression and gives examples.
4. Practice – Pupils form sentences using the expressions.
5. Assessment – Pupils answer evaluation questions.

Assessment

Answer the following questions:

1. What does “heartfelt” mean?
2. Use “heartless” in a sentence.
3. What does it mean to “learn by heart”?
4. Write a sentence using “hearty.”
5. Explain “heartbroken” in your own words.
6. What is another word for “heartrending”?
7. Give an example of a “lighthearted” situation.
8. How would you encourage someone who has “lost heart”?
9. Define “take heart.”
10. Write a short story using at least three of the expressions.

Conclusion

The teacher revises the lesson and allows pupils to ask questions. Pupils are encouraged to use the expressions in their daily conversations.