Using ‘Should’ and ‘Would’ for Advice and Polite Requests English Grammar Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 6

English Language Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Subject: English Language
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 6
Age: 9 years

Topic: Using ‘Should’ and ‘Would’ for Advice and Polite Requests
Sub-topic: Understanding and Applying ‘Should’ and ‘Would’ in Context
Duration: 1 hour

Behavioural Objectives:

• Students will be able to use ‘should’ to give advice and ‘would’ for polite requests.
• Students will identify and apply these modal verbs in appropriate contexts.
• Students will demonstrate their understanding through written and spoken exercises.

Keywords: Should, Would, Advice, Polite Requests

Set Induction:

• Start with a brief discussion about giving advice and making polite requests in everyday life. Ask students for examples of advice they have received and polite requests they have made.

Entry Behaviour:

• Students should be familiar with basic modal verbs and their uses from previous lessons.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Textbooks: Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Flashcards with examples of ‘should’ and ‘would’
• Worksheets for practice
• Whiteboard and markers

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

• Review previous lessons on modal verbs for possibility and permission. Connect these to how ‘should’ and ‘would’ express advice and polite requests.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking: Evaluating the appropriateness of advice and requests.
• Writing skills: Constructing sentences using ‘should’ and ‘would’.
• Communication skills: Using ‘should’ and ‘would’ effectively in conversations.

Learning Materials:

• Textbook examples
• Practice worksheets
• Visual aids such as flashcards and charts

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Primary 4 English Language Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

• Worksheets with exercises
• Interactive whiteboard or projector

Content:

Explanation of the Topic:

1. Define ‘Should’ and ‘Would’:
   • ‘Should’: Used to give advice or recommendations (e.g., “You should study for the test.”).
   • ‘Would’: Used for polite requests or to describe hypothetical situations (e.g., “Would you pass the salt, please?” or “I would go if I were you.”).
2. Provide Examples and Non-Examples:
   • Example (Should): “You should eat more fruits and vegetables.”
   • Non-example: “You would eat more fruits and vegetables.” (Incorrect use of ‘would’ for advice)
   • Example (Would): “Would you like to come to the party?”
   • Non-example: “Should you like to come to the party?” (Incorrect use of ‘should’ for requests)
   • Example (Should for Advice): “You should wear a jacket; it’s cold outside.”
   • Non-example: “Would you wear a jacket; it’s cold outside?” (Incorrect use of ‘would’ for advice)
   • Example (Would for Polite Request): “Would you mind closing the door?”
   • Non-example: “Should you mind closing the door?” (Incorrect use of ‘should’ for requests)
3. Illustrate with Visual Aids: Use charts to show the different uses of ‘should’ and ‘would’ with examples.
4. Explain Rules or Structure:
   • ‘Should’: Used to give advice or make recommendations based on what is considered best (e.g., “You should read this book.”).
   • ‘Would’: Used for polite requests or hypothetical situations (e.g., “Would you help me?” or “I would travel if I had time.”).
5. Offer Practice Sentences: Create sentences using ‘should’ and ‘would’ for practice.

Examples:

1. “You ___ see a doctor if you’re feeling sick.” (should)
2. “___ you help me with this problem?” (Would)
3. “I ___ visit my grandparents if I had a car.” (would)
4. “We ___ recycle more to help the environment.” (should)
5. “___ you please close the window?” (Would)

Evaluation:

1. “You ___ go to bed early if you are tired.” a) would b) should c) might d) can
2. “___ you like to come to the cinema with us?” a) Should b) Might c) Would d) Could
3. “He ___ finish his homework before going out.” a) should b) would c) might d) may
4. “___ you be able to help me with this assignment?” a) Could b) Should c) Would d) Might
5. “We ___ eat more vegetables for better health.” a) might b) should c) would d) can
6. “I ___ call you if I need help.” a) could b) might c) should d) would
7. “___ you please pass me the book?” a) Would b) Should c) Could d) Might
8. “She ___ be able to come if she finishes her work.” a) would b) might c) should d) can
9. “You ___ take a break if you’re feeling tired.” a) would b) should c) could d) might
10. “___ you help me with my homework?” a) Should b) Would c) Might d) Can
11. “I ___ go to the party if I finish my work.” a) might b) would c) should d) can
12. “___ you like to join us for dinner?” a) Should b) Might c) Could d) Would
13. “You ___ take your umbrella; it might rain.” a) would b) should c) could d) might
14. “I ___ finish this by tomorrow.” a) should b) would c) might d) can
15. “___ you tell me how to get to the museum?” a) Could b) Might c) Should d) Would

Class Activity Discussion:

1. How do you use ‘should’ to give advice? (Answer: “You should drink plenty of water.”)
2. What is the difference between ‘should’ and ‘would’ in requests? (Answer: ‘Should’ is not used for requests; ‘would’ is more polite for requests.)
3. Provide an example of using ‘would’ in a polite request. (Answer: “Would you mind closing the door?”)
4. How can ‘should’ be used to suggest a course of action? (Answer: “You should study harder for the exam.”)
5. Create a sentence using ‘should’ for advice about health. (Answer: “You should eat more fruits.”)
6. Write a polite request using ‘would’. (Answer: “Would you help me with this task?”)
7. How does ‘would’ express a hypothetical situation? (Answer: “I would travel if I had more time.”)
8. What is a common mistake when using ‘should’ for requests? (Answer: Using ‘should’ instead of ‘would’ for requests.)
9. How can ‘should’ and ‘would’ improve communication? (Answer: They help convey advice and make polite requests effectively.)
10. Provide an example of ‘would’ for a hypothetical situation. (Answer: “I would buy the book if it were on sale.”)

Presentation:

• Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Using ‘Can’, ‘Could’, ‘May’, ‘Might’ for Possibility and Permission.”
• Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic: “Today, we will learn how to use ‘should’ to give advice and ‘would’ for polite requests. We will discuss the differences and practice using these modal verbs in sentences.”
• Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to create their own sentences using ‘should’ and ‘would’, providing feedback and corrections as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the topic with relevant examples and scenarios.
• Conduct group activities and practice exercises.
• Provide feedback and address any misunderstandings.

Learners’ Activities:

• Participate in discussions and create sentences using ‘should’ and ‘would’.
• Share examples and practice sentences.
• Complete worksheets and engage in class activities.

Assessment:

• Observe student participation in activities.
• Review and assess completed worksheets.
• Provide feedback on the correct usage of ‘should’ and ‘would’.

Evaluation Questions:

1. How do you use ‘should’ to give advice?
2. What is the purpose of using ‘would’ in polite requests?
3. Create a sentence using ‘should’ for health advice.
4. Write a polite request using ‘would’.
5. How does ‘would’ express a hypothetical situation?
6. What is the difference between ‘should’ and ‘would’ for requests?
7. Provide an example of ‘should’ used in a recommendation.
8. How can ‘would’ be used to make a polite suggestion?
9. What mistake is commonly made with ‘should’ and ‘would’?
10. How can ‘should’ and ‘would’ be used to improve communication?

Conclusion: The teacher will go around to mark and assess the pupils’ understanding of the topic. Additional support will be provided to students who need help.

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