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| WK | LSN | STRAND | SUB-STRAND | LESSON LEARNING OUTCOMES | LEARNING EXPERIENCES | KEY INQUIRY QUESTIONS | LEARNING RESOURCES | ASSESSMENT METHODS | REFLECTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 |
HEROES AND HEROINES: AFRICA
Listening and Speaking |
Pronunciation: Vowel Sounds
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify words with specific vowel sounds in a given text - Pronounce words with target vowel sounds correctly - Acknowledge the role of correct pronunciation in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Listen to an audio recording of pairs of words with vowel sounds - Notice the differences in pronunciation of words with similar vowel sounds - List words with similar vowel sounds from print or digital texts - Pronounce identified words correctly with peers - Play word games involving the target sounds |
How can one improve their pronunciation?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 105
Audio recordings Digital devices Word cards |
Pronunciation assessment
Oral reading
Word game participation
Peer assessment
|
|
| 2 | 2 |
Listening and Speaking
Reading |
Pronunciation: Consonant Sounds and Stressed Words
Extensive Reading: Fictional Characters |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Pronounce consonant sounds correctly - Apply emphatic stress correctly in varied contexts - Value the importance of proper stress in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Listen to sentences and identify stressed words - Distinguish between content words and function words - Practice saying tongue twisters with consonant sounds - Collaborate to recite a poem and emphasize given words - Read sentences aloud, stressing words appropriately |
Why are some words said with greater force than others?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 107
Audio recordings Digital devices Tongue twisters Poems Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 108 Fiction texts Flash cards |
Stress pattern identification
Oral recitation
Consonant sound articulation
Observation
|
|
| 2 | 3 |
Reading
|
Extensive Reading: Character Relationships
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Dramatize the actions of characters in a fictional text - Relate characters in fiction to real-life people - Value the role of character development in literature |
The learner is guided to:
- Dramatize the text and video record the performance - Work with peers to relate characters in the fiction text to real life - Identify their favorite character and explain why - Compare and contrast different characters in the text - Create character maps showing relationships between characters |
How can the characters in a story be described?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 109
Fiction texts Digital devices Character map templates |
Dramatization assessment
Video recording evaluation
Character relationship analysis
Peer assessment
|
|
| 2 | 4 |
Grammar in Use
|
Word Classes: Conjunctions
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify listed conjunctions from a group of words - Use the listed conjunctions correctly in sentences - Appreciate the correct use of conjunctions in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Work with peers to read a text and identify conjunctions - Fill in blanks in sentences using the listed conjunctions - Make sentences using the listed conjunctions - Collaborate to create dialogues using the listed conjunctions - Search online and offline for examples of the listed conjunctions |
Why should we join sentences correctly?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 110
Charts Digital devices Reference materials |
Written exercises
Sentence construction
Dialogue creation
Peer assessment
|
|
| 2 | 5 |
Grammar in Use
Reading |
Word Classes: Types of Conjunctions
Intensive Reading: Similes and Metaphors |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the functions of different conjunctions - Use conjunctions to join sentences correctly - Value the importance of conjunctions in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Create posters on heroes/heroines using sentences with conjunctions - Search for sentences with conjunctions from the internet - Recite poems featuring conjunctions - Listen to songs and identify the conjunctions used - Create crossword puzzles and code words featuring conjunctions |
How can one join two or more sentences?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 112
Charts Digital devices Reference materials Poetry texts Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 113 Short story text Reference materials |
Poster creation
Oral recitation
Crossword puzzle
Written exercises
|
|
| 3 | 1 |
Reading
|
Intensive Reading: Using Figurative Language
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Use similes and metaphors in their own sentences - Write a paragraph using similes and metaphors - Value the role of figurative language in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Construct sentences using similes and metaphors - Identify the figure of speech used in given sentences - Write a paragraph about African heroes and heroines using similes and metaphors - Share their paragraphs with peers for assessment - Create posters featuring similes and metaphors |
Why do writers use similes and metaphors?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 114
Reference materials Digital devices Figurative language examples |
Sentence construction
Paragraph writing
Poster creation
Peer assessment
|
|
| 3 | 2 |
Writing
|
Creative Writing: Narrative Compositions
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Recall a specific event, emotion or experience that affected them greatly - Plan a narrative composition using prewriting techniques - Acknowledge the value of quality narrative compositions |
The learner is guided to:
- Identify the parts of a narrative composition - Work with peers to narrate events, feelings or experiences that impacted them - Plan a narrative composition with a beginning, middle and end - Create an outline for their narrative composition - Generate descriptive details to make their composition engaging |
Why do we enjoy reading stories?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 114
Sample narratives Planning templates Digital devices |
Outline assessment
Oral narration
Planning skills evaluation
Peer feedback
|
|
| 3 | 3 |
Writing
|
Creative Writing: Developing and Editing Narratives
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Create a narrative composition using revealing details - Edit and revise narrative compositions - Value the importance of the writing process |
The learner is guided to:
- Write a narrative composition individually - Collaborate with peers to check each other's work for correctness of language, relevance, punctuation and spelling - Review their work and make corrections - Publish their work by sharing through email, social media or class displays - Conduct a gallery walk to view peers' compositions |
How can you make your composition interesting?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 115
Digital devices Editing checklists Display materials |
Final composition assessment
Editing skills evaluation
Publication quality
Gallery walk participation
|
|
| 3 | 4 |
ART
Listening and Speaking Listening and Speaking |
Oral Presentations: Speech Format
Oral Presentations: Speech Delivery |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify the items in the format of a speech - Present a written speech using effective speaking skills - Acknowledge the importance of good speaking skills |
The learner is guided to:
- Search for the format of a speech - Listen to or watch a recorded speech - Identify the introduction, body and conclusion of the speech - List points on how they can appreciate their heritage through art - Prepare a speech using the points generated |
How can you make a speech presentation interesting?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 116
Speech recordings Digital devices Speech format templates Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 117 Speech examples Feedback forms |
Speech format identification
Speech preparation
Outline creation
Oral presentation
|
|
| 3 | 5 |
Reading
|
Study Skills: Note Making
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify key points in a text - Make notes from a written text - Appreciate the importance of note making in learning |
The learner is guided to:
- Search for information on how to make notes - Read a text on art and identify key points - Identify verbal sign posts and share with peers - Make notes on the margin and peer review - Paraphrase the writer's words - Create their own abbreviations |
How do we determine what to include in our notes during note making?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 118
Text on art Digital devices Note-making templates |
Note-making assessment
Key point identification
Abbreviation creation
Peer review
|
|
| 4 | 1 |
Reading
|
Study Skills: Note Organization
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Organize notes in a logical manner - Use notes to summarize information - Value the role of effective note-making in learning |
The learner is guided to:
- Jot down ideas that a writer repeats - Discuss words used to introduce key points in writing - Rewrite or reread their notes and reorganize into categories - Use their notes to create a summary - Share their notes with peers for feedback |
What is the importance of note making?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 119
Digital devices Note samples Organizational tools |
Note organization assessment
Summary creation
Categorization skills
Peer feedback
|
|
| 4 | 2 |
Grammar in Use
|
Word Classes: Quantifiers
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify demonstratives and quantifiers in a given text - Use quantifiers in sentences correctly - Appreciate the importance of quantifiers in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Identify quantifiers from texts - Point out various items and describe their quantity - Demonstrate the differences in meaning between quantifiers - Generate sentences using various quantifiers - Fill in gaps with appropriate quantifiers |
Why do we use quantifiers?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 120
Charts Digital devices Flash cards |
Written exercises
Sentence construction
Gap-filling tasks
Observation
|
|
| 4 | 3 |
Grammar in Use
Reading |
Word Classes: Demonstratives
Intensive Reading: Short Story |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify demonstratives in given texts - Use demonstratives in sentences correctly - Value the importance of demonstratives in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Study examples of demonstratives this, that, these and those - Determine when to use each demonstrative based on distance - Point to various items and use appropriate demonstratives - Construct sentences using demonstratives - Change singular demonstrative sentences to plural form and vice versa |
When do we use demonstratives?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 122
Charts Digital devices Flash cards Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 123 Short story text Graphic organizers |
Written exercises
Oral presentation
Demonstrative usage
Peer assessment
|
|
| 4 | 4 |
Reading
|
Intensive Reading: Setting and Characters
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify the setting in the short story - Analyze the characters in the story - Value the role of setting in enhancing story development |
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss where and when the story takes place - Draw pictures representing the setting - Identify the main and minor characters - Describe the traits of characters through their actions and words - Dramatize scenes from the story to bring out the setting |
Why is the setting of a story important to the reader?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 124
Short story text Drawing materials Digital devices |
Setting representation
Character analysis
Dramatization
Oral presentation
|
|
| 4 | 5 |
Writing
|
Functional Writing: Thank You Notes
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Recognize the key elements and layout of a thank you note - Write a thank you note correctly - Appreciate the role of thank you notes in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- List occasions when we write thank you notes - Study sample thank you notes and identify components - Identify the key aspects of a thank you note - Write a thank you note for something good done for them - Design and decorate their note creatively - Display their notes for peer feedback |
How are strong emotions expressed in writing?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 124
Sample thank you notes Digital devices Decorative materials |
Thank you note assessment
Format adherence
Creative design
Peer review
|
|
| 5 | 1 |
Writing
Listening and Speaking |
Functional Writing: Congratulatory Notes
Conversational Skills: Interviews |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Use the correct format to write a congratulatory note - Critique thank you and congratulatory notes - Value the importance of expressing appreciation in writing |
The learner is guided to:
- List occasions when we write congratulatory notes - Study sample congratulatory notes and identify components - Write a congratulatory note for a recent achievement - Decorate the note creatively - Create artistic thank you and congratulatory cards using local materials - Discuss how one can generate income from art |
Why should one write how they feel about something?
|
Smartminds English Grade 8 pg. 125
Sample congratulatory notes Digital devices Art materials Smartminds English 129 Digital devices Radio recordings Video clips Internet resources |
Congratulatory note assessment
Card creation
Format adherence
Creativity evaluation
|
|
| 5 | 2 |
CHOOSING A CAREER
Listening and Speaking |
Conversational Skills: Interviews
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Conduct interviews using polite language - Use appropriate verbal and non-verbal cues during interviews - Value the importance of maintaining politeness during interviews |
The learner is guided to:
- Prepare questions for an interview about career choices - Conduct interviews with peers using polite language - Record interviews using available digital devices - Share recorded interviews with classmates for feedback - Work with members of the Journalism Club to identify people in different careers and interview them - Record and play the interviews for peers to give feedback on interviewing skills |
- What makes an interview successful?
- How can one improve their interviewing skills?
|
Smartminds English 130
Digital recording devices Interview guides Resource persons |
Oral presentations
Role plays
Observation schedules
Recorded interviews
Peer feedback
|
|
| 5 | 3 |
Reading
|
Extensive Reading: Non-fiction
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Select appropriate reading materials from digital or non-digital sources - Read a range of non-fiction materials for information on careers - Appreciate the importance of reading for information |
The learner is guided to:
- Visit the school library and identify non-fictional reading materials such as magazines, newspaper articles, and encyclopedias - Preview, skim and scan through various materials to get the main idea and specific information - Select interesting reading materials on choosing a career - Read the selected materials and note down what they learn - Take note of new words and find their meanings using a dictionary - Write down new words and their meanings in exercise books |
- What is the importance of reading widely?
- What should one consider when selecting a reading text?
|
Smartminds English 131
Career magazines Newspapers Encyclopedias Online resources Dictionaries |
Reading logs
Observation
Vocabulary lists
Journal entries
Oral discussions
|
|
| 5 | 4 |
Reading
|
Extensive Reading: Non-fiction
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Analyze information from non-fiction materials - Discuss ideas gained from reading extensively - Recommend suitable non-fiction materials to peers |
The learner is guided to:
- Continue reading selected materials on career choices - Share and discuss what they learned from the materials with peers - Recommend interesting and informative reading materials to each other - Create a journal entry summarizing key points learned from the reading materials - Compile a list of recommended reading materials for career guidance |
- How can reading non-fiction materials help in making career choices?
- Why is it important to share ideas from our reading?
|
Smartminds English 131
Library resources Digital devices Reading journals Reference materials |
Group discussions
Reading journals
Peer recommendations
Written summaries
Oral presentations
|
|
| 5 | 5 |
Grammar in Use
|
Word Classes: Adverbs formed from adjectives
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify adverbs formed from adjectives in sentences - Form adverbs from adjectives correctly - Appreciate the role of adverbs in enhancing communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Study examples of adverbs formed from adjectives in sentences - Discuss how adverbs are formed from adjectives following different rules - Read a passage and identify adverbs formed from adjectives - Form adverbs from given adjectives using appropriate rules - Construct sentences on different careers using the newly formed adverbs - Complete sentences using adverbs formed from adjectives in brackets |
- Why do we form words from other words?
- What are the functions of adverbs?
|
Smartminds English 132
Charts English course books Digital devices Internet resources Smartminds English 133-134 Substitution tables Reference books |
Written exercises
Oral questions
Sentence construction
Word formation tasks
Peer assessment
|
|
| 6 | 1 |
Reading
|
Intensive Reading: Lessons Learnt
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify the main ideas in a short story - Explain the moral lessons in a short story - Relate the lessons from the story to real life |
The learner is guided to:
- Read a selected short story from a collection of short stories - Take turns to retell the story in pairs - Discuss in groups the moral lessons learned from the story - Discuss how words and actions of different characters bring out the lessons - Apply the lessons learned from the story to real-life situations |
- What issues in society are addressed by stories?
- How can one derive lessons from a short story?
|
Smartminds English 135
Short story collection Digital devices Audio recordings Charts |
Oral discussions
Retelling
Question and answer
Written summaries
Group discussions
|
|
| 6 | 2 |
Reading
|
Intensive Reading: Lessons Learnt
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Analyze characters and events in the short story - Dramatize sections of the story that highlight moral lessons - Appreciate the importance of values portrayed in the short story |
The learner is guided to:
- Identify and discuss the relationship between the characters in the story - Role-play sections of the story that bring out moral lessons - Work together to effectively bring out the roles of different characters - Write a composition based on lessons learned from the short story - Share compositions with peers in school and at home |
- How are the characters or events in the story related to real life?
- How can we apply the lessons from stories in our daily lives?
|
Smartminds English 135
Short story collection Props for role play Digital recording devices Writing materials |
Role plays
Written compositions
Peer assessment
Observation
Dramatizations
|
|
| 6 | 3 |
Writing
|
Mechanics of Writing: Prefixes and Suffixes
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify words with prefixes and suffixes from a text - Explain the meaning of words with prefixes and suffixes - Acknowledge the influence of prefixes and suffixes on word formation |
The learner is guided to:
- Study words with prefixes and suffixes and discuss how they are formed - Brainstorm the meaning of words with prefixes and suffixes - Search for more examples of words with prefixes and suffixes and their meanings from reference materials - List words with prefixes and suffixes on a chart and display in classroom - Read a passage and identify words with prefixes and suffixes - Group words with similar prefixes and suffixes and discuss their meanings |
- How can you tell the meaning of a word using a prefix?
- Which words with suffixes and prefixes are confusing?
|
Smartminds English 135-136
Charts Flashcards Reference materials Digital devices Internet resources |
Written exercises
Oral discussions
Word identification tasks
Flashcard activities
Peer assessment
|
|
| 6 | 4 |
Writing
|
Mechanics of Writing: Prefixes and Suffixes
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Use prefixes and suffixes correctly in sentences - Listen and write words with prefixes and suffixes from dictation - Value the importance of prefixes and suffixes in word formation |
The learner is guided to:
- Listen to and write down words with prefixes and suffixes dictated by the teacher - Sort flashcards into words with prefixes and words with suffixes - Construct sentences using words with prefixes and suffixes - Complete sentences using appropriate prefixes or suffixes - Write a dialogue between two Grade 8 learners talking about choosing a career using words with prefixes and suffixes - Present the dialogue to classmates for feedback |
- How do prefixes and suffixes change the meaning of words?
- Why is it important to understand the meaning of prefixes and suffixes?
|
Smartminds English 137
Dictionaries Flashcards Exercise books Digital devices Word puzzles |
Dictation exercises
Sentence completion
Dialogue writing
Oral presentations
Peer assessment
|
|
| 6 | 5 |
MODERN FASHION
Listening and Speaking |
Listening to Respond: Attitude
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify messages in songs related to fashion - Use appropriate words and expressions to express attitude towards a song - Appreciate how choice of words affects the listener |
The learner is guided to:
- Listen to different songs from a digital device related to fashion and describe their messages - Discuss issues highlighted in the songs with peers - Use words and expressions to describe their feelings about various issues in the songs - Identify the verbal and non-verbal aspects that make a song interesting - Collaborate with peers to perform songs bringing out relevant emotions |
- What messages are found in songs?
- What makes one like or dislike a song?
|
Smartminds English 138
Digital devices Audio recordings Song lyrics Speakers Charts |
Oral discussions
Observation
Listening comprehension
Performance assessment
Peer feedback
|
|
| 7 | 1 |
Listening and Speaking
|
Listening to Respond: Attitude
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Express attitudes and feelings towards songs using appropriate language - Perform songs to convey different emotions - Value the role of songs in communicating societal issues |
The learner is guided to:
- Perform songs in Activity 2 (pg. 138) in front of the class - Give each other feedback on their performances - Search online for a song on modern fashion - Listen to the song and discuss its message - Hold a debate on issues highlighted in the song - Share feelings towards the song using appropriate words and expressions |
- How does the choice of words in a song affect the listener's feelings?
- How can songs influence our attitudes towards fashion?
|
Smartminds English 139
Digital devices Internet resources Audio system Song lyrics Video recording devices |
Performance assessment
Debates
Observation
Oral presentations
Peer assessment
|
|
| 7 | 2 |
Reading
|
Intensive Reading: Comprehension Strategies
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Predict content of a story based on title and pictures - Read a text fluently and with understanding - Apply comprehension strategies while reading |
The learner is guided to:
- Study a picture and predict what is happening in it - Read the title of a story and predict what it might be about - Read the story "Dressing for the Occasion" - Answer comprehension questions based on the story - Identify and explain the meaning of difficult words in the story - Discuss in groups whether what people wear affects how others see them |
- What do you remember most after reading a text?
- How do we get information from a text?
|
Smartminds English 140
Story text Pictures Dictionaries Charts Digital devices Smartminds English 142 Role play props Exercise books |
Written answers
Oral discussions
Question and answer
Vocabulary exercises
Group discussions
|
|
| 7 | 3 |
Grammar in Use
|
Phrasal Verbs
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify phrasal verbs in a text - Explain the meaning of common phrasal verbs - Appreciate the role of phrasal verbs in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Study common phrasal verbs and discuss their meanings - Read a passage and identify phrasal verbs formed from the verbs make, pass and look - Discuss the meaning of each phrasal verb identified as used in the passage - Confirm meanings of phrasal verbs from print or online dictionaries - Write down phrasal verbs and their meanings |
- How are phrasal verbs formed?
- How can one tell the meaning of a phrasal verb?
|
Smartminds English 142-143
Dictionaries Charts Reading texts Digital devices Internet resources |
Written exercises
Oral discussions
Word identification
Meaning explanation
Dictionary use
|
|
| 7 | 4 |
Grammar in Use
|
Phrasal Verbs
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Use phrasal verbs correctly in sentences - Match phrasal verbs with their corresponding meanings - Value the role of phrasal verbs in making conversations interesting |
The learner is guided to:
- Search for more examples of phrasal verbs formed from make, pass and look - List phrasal verbs and their meanings on a chart - Match words to form correct phrasal verbs - Hold conversations on modern fashion using phrasal verbs - Complete sentences using appropriate phrasal verbs - Create and play phrasal verb hunt games in groups |
- Why do we use phrasal verbs in our communication?
- How do phrasal verbs enhance our conversations?
|
Smartminds English 143-144
Flashcards Charts Sentence strips Games Digital devices |
Matching exercises
Sentence completion
Oral conversations
Games
Group activities
|
|
| 7 | 5 |
Reading
|
Short Story: Characters
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify characters in a short story - Describe character traits based on their actions and words - Appreciate the role of characters in stories |
The learner is guided to:
- Read a selected short story from a collection of short stories - Identify and list the characters in the short story - Discuss the actions and words of each character listed - Categorize the characters as good or bad based on their actions and words - Use adjectives to describe character traits |
- What qualities do you admire in people?
- How can character traits be described?
|
Smartminds English 144
Short story collection Character trait charts Adjective lists Exercise books Digital devices Smartminds English 144-145 Short story text Role play props Digital recording devices Writing materials Exercise books |
Written exercises
Oral discussions
Character analysis
Group discussions
Categorization tasks
|
|
| 8 | 1 |
Writing
|
The Writing Process
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify the features of a dialogue - Explain the stages of the writing process - Appreciate the importance of following a writing process |
The learner is guided to:
- Study and read a dialogue on modern fashion - Identify features of the dialogue - Discuss the stages of the writing process - Search for information on the stages of the writing process from reference materials - Present findings on a chart - Brainstorm possible topics for a dialogue on modern fashion |
- How can a good dialogue be written?
- Why should one write a dialogue?
|
Smartminds English 145-146
Sample dialogues Charts Reference materials Digital devices Internet resources |
Oral discussions
Written exercises
Chart presentations
Observation
Peer assessment
|
|
| 8 | 2 |
Writing
|
The Writing Process
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Apply the stages of the writing process in writing a dialogue - Edit and revise written work for improved quality - Value the importance of the writing process |
The learner is guided to:
- Select a topic on modern fashion for dialogue writing - Research and discuss ideas on the selected topic - Follow the steps of the writing process to write a dialogue - Exchange dialogues with partners for correction of errors - Display final dialogues in classroom for evaluation by teacher and other learners |
- Why is the writing process important in writing?
- How can the writing process improve the quality of our writing?
|
Smartminds English 146-147
Writing process chart Sample dialogues Exercise books Display materials Digital devices |
Written dialogues
Peer assessment
Display of work
Observation
Teacher evaluation
|
|
| 8 | 3 |
Writing
|
The Writing Process
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Apply the stages of the writing process in writing a dialogue - Edit and revise written work for improved quality - Value the importance of the writing process |
The learner is guided to:
- Select a topic on modern fashion for dialogue writing - Research and discuss ideas on the selected topic - Follow the steps of the writing process to write a dialogue - Exchange dialogues with partners for correction of errors - Display final dialogues in classroom for evaluation by teacher and other learners |
- Why is the writing process important in writing?
- How can the writing process improve the quality of our writing?
|
Smartminds English 146-147
Writing process chart Sample dialogues Exercise books Display materials Digital devices |
Written dialogues
Peer assessment
Display of work
Observation
Teacher evaluation
|
|
| 8 | 4 |
CONSUMER PROTECTION
Listening and Speaking Listening and Speaking |
Extensive Listening: Poems
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify the message in poems on consumer protection - Explain consumer rights presented in poems - Appreciate the role of poems in addressing consumer issues |
The learner is guided to:
- Read the poem "Consumers have rights" in groups - Identify the message in the poem - Discuss the consumer rights mentioned in the poem - Describe how different consumer rights were violated in the poem - Share personal experiences of poor treatment as customers - Identify and explain the meaning of difficult words in the poem |
- What messages about consumer rights are conveyed in poems?
- How can poems help raise awareness about consumer protection?
|
Smartminds English 148-149
Poems Charts Digital devices Audio recordings Video clips Smartminds English 149 Poetry books Internet resources Recording equipment Performance space |
Oral discussions
Group discussions
Question and answer
Vocabulary work
Peer assessment
|
|
| 8 | 5 |
Reading
|
Intensive Reading: Comprehension Strategies
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Predict content based on title and visual cues - Identify main ideas in a text on consumer protection - Answer questions from a passage correctly |
The learner is guided to:
- Study the title and picture of the passage "Consumer beware" and predict what it might be about - Read the passage and answer comprehension questions - Identify the roles of the Consumer Protection Department - List consumer rights mentioned in the passage - Discuss ways in which consumer rights are violated - Share personal experiences similar to those in the passage - Find the meaning of difficult words in the passage |
- How do you identify the key points when reading a text?
- How can you summarize the information in a passage?
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Smartminds English 149-151
Passage text Pictures Dictionaries Exercise books Digital devices |
Written answers
Oral discussions
Comprehension questions
Vocabulary work
Group discussions
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Mid term Break |
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| 10 | 1 |
Reading
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Intensive Reading: Comprehension Strategies
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify the main ideas in each paragraph of a text - Summarize key points from a passage - Create mental images from a written text |
The learner is guided to:
- Identify the main idea in each paragraph of the story "Consumer beware" using a summary chart - Write a paragraph summarizing the story using points from the summary chart - Read the summary to group members for feedback - Identify sentences that help to picture characters, places and events in the story - Role-play events and characters in the passage - Search for a text on consumer protection and summarize it in one paragraph |
- How can a good summary be written?
- Why is it important to identify the main ideas in a text?
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Smartminds English 152
Summary charts Passage text Exercise books Reference materials Digital devices |
Written summaries
Role plays
Oral presentations
Peer assessment
Group work
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| 10 | 2 |
Grammar in Use
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Word Classes: Compound Sentences
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify simple and compound sentences in a text - Explain the formation of compound sentences - Appreciate the role of compound sentences in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Study examples of simple and compound sentences - Discuss the function of coordinating conjunctions in joining sentences - Search for information on compound sentences from reference materials - Present findings on compound sentences in class - Read given sentences and identify compound sentences - Categorize sentences as simple or compound |
- Why do we join sentences?
- How do we join sentences?
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Smartminds English 152-153
Reference materials Charts Sentence strips Digital devices Internet resources |
Written exercises
Oral presentations
Sentence identification
Group discussions
Peer assessment
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| 10 | 3 |
Grammar in Use
Reading |
Word Classes: Compound Sentences
Short Story: Style |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Join simple sentences to form compound sentences - Use coordinating conjunctions correctly in sentences - Value the importance of compound sentences in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Join simple sentences using given coordinating conjunctions - Form sentences from a substitution table using coordinating conjunctions - Play word games with coordinating conjunctions - Create a poster on consumer rights using compound sentences - Display the poster on the school notice board |
- When do we use compound sentences in our communication?
- How do compound sentences make our writing more effective?
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Smartminds English 153
Sentence strips Conjunction cards Poster materials Exercise books Digital devices Smartminds English 154 Short story text Charts Reference materials |
Written exercises
Language games
Poster making
Peer assessment
Sentence construction
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| 10 | 4 |
Reading
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Short Story: Style
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Analyze the use of personification and flashback in a short story - Dramatize sections of a story with personification and flashback - Value stylistic devices in enhancing storytelling |
The learner is guided to:
- Read a selected short story from a collection - Take turns to narrate the sequence of events in the story - Identify and discuss examples of personification and flashback in the story - Make notes on how personification and flashback are used in the story - Dramatize the story focusing on parts with personification and flashback - Search for more information on personification and flashback - Present findings on a chart |
- How do personification and flashback enhance a story?
- Why do writers use stylistic devices?
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Smartminds English 155
Short story collection Charts Role play props Reference materials Digital devices |
Dramatization
Oral presentations
Written notes
Chart presentations
Group performances
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| 10 | 5 |
Writing
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Creative Narrative Composition: Idioms
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify idioms in sentences - Explain the meaning of common idioms - Appreciate the role of idioms in enhancing written work |
The learner is guided to:
- Read sentences containing idioms - Discuss the meaning of idioms as used in sentences - Confirm meanings from reference materials - Write down idioms and their meanings - Play idiom games in groups - Construct sentences using idioms related to consumer protection |
- What are idioms?
- How do idioms make writing more interesting?
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Smartminds English 156
Idiom cards Reference materials Digital devices Internet resources Exercise books |
Oral discussions
Idiom games
Sentence construction
Written exercises
Peer assessment
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| 11 | 1 |
Writing
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Creative Narrative Composition: Idioms
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Use idioms correctly in creative writing - Write a narrative composition using idioms - Value the use of idioms in enhancing creative writing |
The learner is guided to:
- Write an interesting and creative composition with a given ending, incorporating idioms learned - Exchange compositions with peers for review - Suggest areas of improvement in each other's work - Make corrections based on peers' suggestions - Keep final compositions in personal portfolios |
- What makes a story outstanding?
- How can we improve our writing skills?
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Smartminds English 156-157
Writing materials Idiom reference list Exercise books Portfolios Digital devices |
Written compositions
Peer review
Portfolio assessment
Observation
Self-assessment
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| 11 | 2 |
SPORTS: OLYMPICS
Listening and Speaking |
Pronunciation and Intonation
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify words with silent consonant letters - Pronounce words with silent consonant letters correctly - Appreciate the importance of correct pronunciation in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Say words with silent consonant letters correctly - Identify the silent letters in each word pronounced - Search for words with silent consonants r, h, k, g, p, t and b - Listen for the correct pronunciation of words from online dictionaries - Underline silent letters in words - Take turns to read aloud words with silent consonants - Identify words with silent consonants in given sentences |
- What are some words with silent letters?
- Why do some letters in English words remain silent?
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Smartminds English 158-159
Word lists Online dictionaries Digital devices Charts Recording devices |
Oral drills
Pronunciation exercises
Word identification
Peer assessment
Recording analysis
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| 11 | 3 |
Listening and Speaking
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Pronunciation and Intonation
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Find words with silent consonants in word puzzles - Use rising and falling intonation correctly in sentences - Value the importance of correct intonation in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Complete a word search puzzle to find words with silent consonants - Construct sentences using words found in the puzzle - Listen to the teacher reading declarative and exclamatory sentences - Identify whether the voice rises or falls when reading each type of sentence - Practice reading sentences with correct intonation - Recite a poem using appropriate intonation for statements and exclamations - Compose a poem on sports including statements and exclamations |
- Why should we use the right intonation when speaking?
- How does intonation affect meaning in communication?
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Smartminds English 160-161
Word puzzles Sentence cards Poem texts Digital devices Recording equipment |
Oral recitations
Intonation exercises
Poem composition
Word puzzle completion
Peer assessment
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| 11 | 4 |
Reading
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Study Skills: Note Making and Summary Writing
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify main and supporting points in a text - Make notes from a reading text - Appreciate the importance of note making in learning |
The learner is guided to:
- Study a mind map on the Olympics - Identify main and supporting points from the mind map - Discuss the importance of making notes when reading - Follow steps for effective note making (reading carefully, writing headings, identifying main points) - Use abbreviations, symbols and short forms in note making - Draw a mind map and recreate notes on the Olympics - Write a paragraph using the notes from the mind map |
- How do we determine what to include in our notes during note making?
- What is the importance of note making?
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Smartminds English 162-164
Note-making charts Mind maps Exercise books Digital devices Reference materials |
Note-making exercises
Mind map creation
Written paragraphs
Oral presentations
Peer assessment
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| 11 | 5 |
Reading
Grammar in Use |
Study Skills: Note Making and Summary Writing
Sentences: Active and Passive Voice |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the steps in summary writing - Summarize a passage in a specified number of words - Value the importance of summarizing information |
The learner is guided to:
- Study a poster on steps for writing a summary - Discuss the steps to follow when writing a summary - Search for samples of well-written summaries - Read a passage on safety in sports and identify main points - Make notes on safety measures to observe during sports - Write a summary of not more than 100 words on safety measures in sports - Display summaries for review by classmates |
- Why is it important to summarize information?
- How can key points be identified in a text?
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Smartminds English 164-165
Summary writing guides Sample summaries Passage texts Exercise books Digital devices Smartminds English 165-166 Sentence strips Charts |
Written summaries
Note-making exercises
Peer review
Displays
Group discussions
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| 12 | 1 |
Grammar in Use
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Sentences: Active and Passive Voice
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Transform sentences from active to passive voice and vice versa - Use active and passive voice correctly in writing - Value the importance of sentence variety in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Change active voice sentences to passive voice and vice versa - Play the broken telephone game using active and passive voice sentences - Search for newspaper or magazine articles on the Olympics - Identify active and passive voice sentences in the articles - Present identified sentences in class - Create sentences in both active and passive voice related to the Olympics |
- When is it appropriate to use active voice?
- When is it appropriate to use passive voice?
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Smartminds English 167
Newspaper articles Magazine articles Exercise books Sentence strips Digital devices |
Written exercises
Language games
Sentence transformation
Group activities
Peer assessment
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| 12 | 2 |
Reading
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Extensive Reading: Short Story
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify main ideas in a short story - Analyze events and characters in a story - Relate story events to real life situations |
The learner is guided to:
- Read a short story selected by the teacher - Identify and discuss main ideas brought out in the story - Highlight major events in the story - Identify characters in the story and discuss their words and actions - Discuss how events and characters help to bring out main ideas in the story |
- What issues in society are addressed in stories?
- How do stories reflect real life?
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Smartminds English 168
Short story collections Charts Exercise books Digital devices Reference materials |
Oral discussions
Written summaries
Character analysis
Group discussions
Observation
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| 12 | 3 |
Reading
Writing |
Extensive Reading: Short Story
Creative Writing: Descriptive Writing |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Make connections between story events and real life experiences - Dramatize sections of a story - Appreciate the value of short stories in reflecting social issues |
The learner is guided to:
- Relate characters, events and ideas in the story to people and situations in real life - Discuss lessons learned from the story - Apply lessons from the story to real life situations - Dramatize sections of the short story that reflect real life situations - Record dramatizations using digital devices - Play recordings for classmates to give feedback |
- Where does a writer get what to write about?
- How are stories related to what happens in real life?
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Smartminds English 168
Short story text Role play props Digital recording devices Drama space Exercise books Smartminds English 168-169 Descriptive passages Word banks Reference materials Digital devices Internet resources |
Dramatizations
Video recordings
Oral discussions
Peer feedback
Group performances
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| 12 | 4 |
Writing
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Creative Writing: Descriptive Writing
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe events, people and places with appropriate detail - Write a descriptive composition on a sporting event - Appreciate the importance of descriptive writing in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Watch a video of Kenyan athletes participating in the Olympics - Take turns to describe the event, people and place in the video - Write a descriptive composition on the video watched - Share compositions with classmates for review - Make corrections based on feedback - Publish compositions on posters or school website - Participate in an interclass descriptive writing competition |
- How can you make your description vivid and interesting?
- Why is descriptive writing important?
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Smartminds English 170
Video clips Writing materials Digital devices Competition guidelines Display materials |
Written compositions
Oral descriptions
Peer review
Competition participation
Publication of work
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| 12 | 5 |
Writing
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Creative Writing: Descriptive Writing
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe events, people and places with appropriate detail - Write a descriptive composition on a sporting event - Appreciate the importance of descriptive writing in communication |
The learner is guided to:
- Watch a video of Kenyan athletes participating in the Olympics - Take turns to describe the event, people and place in the video - Write a descriptive composition on the video watched - Share compositions with classmates for review - Make corrections based on feedback - Publish compositions on posters or school website - Participate in an interclass descriptive writing competition |
- How can you make your description vivid and interesting?
- Why is descriptive writing important?
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Smartminds English 170
Video clips Writing materials Digital devices Competition guidelines Display materials |
Written compositions
Oral descriptions
Peer review
Competition participation
Publication of work
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