Literature in English - Primary 6 - Genres of literature
Genres of literature
Genres of literature
TERM: 1st Term
SUBJECT: Literature
WEEK: 2
CLASS: PRIMARY 6
AGE: 11 years
DURATION: 2 periods of 40 mins each
DATE:
TOPIC: Genres of literature
CONTENT: Features of Prose
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to;
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Discussion, group activities
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: ICT tools, recommended texts, relevant literatures, resource persons
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
PERIOD 1 AND 2: Features of Prose
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TEACHER’S ACTIVITY |
PUPILS ACTIVITY |
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INTRODUCTION |
The teacher revises the previous topic on the genres of literature
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Pupils observe, learn and participate |
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2 |
EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION/TEACHER MODELLING |
The teacher outlines the features of Prose 1. Language and choice of words The language of prose is an everyday language. It uses a grammatical structure of sentences, chapter and paragraphs, and the sentences and thought continues across the lines
2. Sequence: Prose is made up of characters and incidences that are organized in a chronological order.
3. Use of Narrative Technique: The technique employed in a prose is that of a story teller.
4. Absence of Rhythmic Pattern: Prose does not make use of rhythmic pattern or meter.
5. Detailed and Explicit. it paints a picture of every bit of the surroundings and circumstances 6. Use of Characters: Prose uses both fictional and nonfictional characters to narrate its story and achieve its purpose.
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Pupils observe, learn and participate |
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EVALUATION |
1. List and explain the features of prose |
- Pupils observe, learn and participate |
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CLASS-WORK |
As in Evaluation |
Pupils observe, learn and participate |
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ASSIGNMENT |
As in Evaluation |
Pupils participate |
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CONCLUSION |
The teacher marks their books, corrects it and commend the pupils |
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