Mastering the Future Tense for Primary 4 Grammar Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 9
Week 9: Identifying and Using Future Tense
Subject: English Grammar
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 9
Age: 9 years
Topic: Identifying and Using Future Tense
Sub-topic: Understanding and applying the future tense in sentences.
Duration: 1 week
Behavioural Objectives:
- Pupils will identify verbs in the future tense.
- Pupils will use the future tense correctly in sentences.
- Pupils will distinguish between present, past, and future tenses.
Key Words:
- Future tense
- Will
- Shall
- Verb
- Sentence
Set Induction:
Begin with a discussion on how we talk about things that will happen in the future. Use examples from everyday life to illustrate the concept.
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils should already understand basic verb usage and tenses like present and past.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Grammar textbooks
- Future tense worksheets
- Flashcards with future tense verbs
- Whiteboard and markers
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Connect the future tense to verbs and sentences learned in previous weeks. Discuss how the future tense is used to talk about actions that will happen later.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Verb usage
- Sentence construction
- Understanding of time and tense
Learning Materials:
- Worksheets on future tense
- Flashcards with future tense verbs
- Examples of future tense sentences
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Primary 4 English Language textbooks
Instructional Materials:
- Grammar textbooks
- Worksheets
- Flashcards
Content:
- Introduction to Future Tense:
- Definition: The future tense is used to describe actions that will happen in the future.
- Form: Use “will” or “shall” followed by the base form of the verb (e.g., “will go,” “shall see”).
- Examples of Future Tense:
- Regular Verbs: “will walk,” “will jump,” “will play”
- Irregular Verbs: “will go,” “will see,” “will eat”
- Sentence Construction:
- Affirmative: She will visit her grandmother next week.
- Negative: He will not play soccer tomorrow.
- Interrogative: Will you come to the party?
Evaluation:
- Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:
- She __________ (go) to the market tomorrow. (a) goes, (b) went, (c) will go, (d) going
- They __________ (not finish) their homework by evening. (a) did not finish, (b) do not finish, (c) will not finish, (d) finishing
- Will you __________ (see) the new movie next week? (a) saw, (b) see, (c) seeing, (d) seen
- He __________ (visit) his aunt next month. (a) visited, (b) visits, (c) will visit, (d) visiting
- We __________ (eat) lunch at noon. (a) eats, (b) ate, (c) will eat, (d) eating
- I __________ (meet) you at the park later. (a) meet, (b) met, (c) will meet, (d) meeting
- They __________ (not arrive) until late tonight. (a) did not arrive, (b) do not arrive, (c) will not arrive, (d) arriving
- She __________ (start) her new job next Monday. (a) starts, (b) started, (c) will start, (d) starting
- Will he __________ (bring) his dog to the event? (a) brought, (b) bring, (c) bringing, (d) brings
- We __________ (travel) to Paris next summer. (a) travel, (b) traveled, (c) will travel, (d) traveling
- He __________ (finish) the book by next week. (a) finishes, (b) finished, (c) will finish, (d) finishing
- They __________ (not go) to the party on Friday. (a) did not go, (b) do not go, (c) will not go, (d) going
- She __________ (call) you later today. (a) called, (b) calls, (c) will call, (d) calling
- We __________ (take) a vacation in December. (a) takes, (b) took, (c) will take, (d) taking
- Will they __________ (join) us for dinner tonight? (a) joined, (b) join, (c) joining, (d) joins
- What is the future tense used for?
- The future tense is used to describe actions or events that will happen after the present time.
- How do you form the future tense of verbs?
- The future tense is formed using the auxiliary verb “will” followed by the base form of the main verb (e.g., “will go,” “will eat”).
- Can you give examples of future tense sentences?
- “She will visit her grandmother next week.”
- “They will play soccer tomorrow.”
- How do you make a negative future tense sentence?
- Add “not” after “will” to form the negative future tense (e.g., “will not” or “won’t”). For example, “I will not (won’t) attend the meeting.”
- How do you ask a question in the future tense?
- Form a question by placing “will” before the subject and then adding the base form of the verb (e.g., “Will you come to the party?”).
Class Activity Discussion:
- FAQs with Answers:
- What is the future tense used for?
- It describes actions that will happen in the future.
- How do you form the future tense of a verb?
- Use “will” or “shall” + base form of the verb.
- Can you give examples of future tense verbs?
- Examples include “will go,” “will see,” “will eat.”
- How do you make a negative sentence in the future tense?
- Use “will not” or “shall not” + base form of the verb.
- How do you ask a question in the future tense?
- Use “Will” or “Shall” + subject + base form of the verb.
- What is the future tense used for?
Presentation:
- Step 1: Revise the previous topic on simple past tense.
- Step 2: Introduce the future tense, explaining the use of “will” and “shall.”
- Step 3: Allow pupils to practice by creating sentences in the future tense and provide feedback.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Explain the concept of the future tense.
- Provide examples and practice exercises.
- Assist pupils in forming sentences and answering questions.
Learners’ Activities:
- Complete exercises on the future tense.
- Create sentences using verbs in the future tense.
- Participate in discussions and ask questions.
Assessment:
- Review pupils’ answers to the exercises and provide feedback.
- Assess their ability to use the future tense in sentences.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is the future tense used for?
- How do you form the future tense of verbs?
- Can you give examples of future tense sentences?
- How do you make a negative future tense sentence?
- How do you ask a question in the future tense?
Conclusion:
- The teacher will go around to mark and review the pupils’ work on the future tense and provide necessary corrections.
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