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WK LSN STRAND SUB-STRAND LESSON LEARNING OUTCOMES LEARNING EXPERIENCES KEY INQUIRY QUESTIONS LEARNING RESOURCES ASSESSMENT METHODS REFLECTION
1 2
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY

Listening and Speaking
Conversational Skills: Polite Language
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify polite expressions used in the introduction of self and others
- Use polite expressions in the introduction of self and others in different speaking contexts
- Model respectful behaviour during introductions
The learner is guided to:
- List necessary details needed for effective introduction
- Brainstorm types of introduction
- List polite expressions for introductions
- Match expressions to introduction types
- Discuss importance of polite language
- Play introduction games
- Role-play self-introductions
Why is it important for people to introduce themselves?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 2
Digital devices
Audio recording
Flash cards
Observation Oral questions Role play Self and peer assessment
1 3
Listening and Speaking
Conversational Skills: Polite Language
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify polite expressions used in the introduction of self and others
- Use polite expressions in the introduction of self and others in different speaking contexts
- Model respectful behaviour during introductions
The learner is guided to:
- Review audio/video of formal and informal introductions
- Practice introductions in groups
- Use respectful language in introductions
- Play introduction games
- Match expressions to introduction types
How can we show respect during introductions?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 4
Digital devices
Audio recording
Flash cards
Observation Oral presentations Role play Self and peer assessment
1 4
Reading
Extensive Reading: Independent Reading
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify a variety of texts for independent reading
- Read selected materials for information and enjoyment
- Appreciate the value of independent reading in lifelong learning
The learner is guided to:
- Discuss recently read materials
- List reading materials beyond textbooks
- Consider factors for selecting reading materials
- Select stories on personal responsibility
- Read independently and make notes
How can you ensure that you benefit from a reading session?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 5
School library
Digital devices
Storybooks
Reading logs Observation Oral questions Written responses
1 5
Reading
Extensive Reading: Independent Reading
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify a variety of texts for independent reading
- Read selected materials for information and enjoyment
- Appreciate the value of independent reading in lifelong learning
The learner is guided to:
- Set reading goals and timelines
- Use reading logs to track reading
- Establish good reading habits
- Keep portfolios of reading experiences
- Form reading clubs
- Discuss books read
What should you consider when selecting reading materials?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 8
Reading logs
Library books
Digital reading materials
Portfolio assessment Reading log review Peer assessment
2 1
Grammar in Use
Word Classes: Nouns
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the different types of nouns from a print or digital text
- Use different types of nouns in sentences
- Appreciate the role of correct grammar in written and spoken communication
The learner is guided to:
- Read texts and identify nouns
- Search online for examples of nouns
- Categorize nouns into proper, common, concrete and abstract
- Construct sentences using different types of nouns
- Complete substitution tables with nouns
Why is it important to identify items by name?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 11
Digital devices
Flash cards
Charts
Written exercises Oral questions Language games Group work assessment
2 2
Grammar in Use
Word Classes: Nouns
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the different types of nouns from a print or digital text
- Use different types of nouns in sentences
- Appreciate the role of correct grammar in written and spoken communication
The learner is guided to:
- Listen to a poem or story and categorize nouns
- Mention examples of nouns in classroom and school
- Play language games with nouns
- Create poems using different noun types
- Present their work to the class
How do nouns help us communicate effectively?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 14
Poems
Stories
Digital devices
Written compositions Presentations Peer assessment Observation
2 3
Reading
Intensive Reading: Trickster Narratives
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the main events in trickster narratives
- Analyse the characters in narratives
- Appreciate the importance of trickster narratives in the inculcation of values
The learner is guided to:
- Engage in pre-reading activities
- Read trickster narratives
- Identify main events and tricks
- Discuss character traits
- Brainstorm moral lessons
- Retell narratives
- Relate narratives to real life
Why would we listen to trickster narratives?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 16
Trickster narratives
Digital devices
Oral presentations Written responses Storytelling assessment Group discussions
2 4
Writing
Handwriting: Legibility and Neatness
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe features of legible and neat handwriting for efficient writing
- Write texts legibly and neatly for effective communication
- Acknowledge the importance of writing neatly and legibly
The learner is guided to:
- Study samples of neat handwriting
- Discuss features of good handwriting
- Practice handwriting games
- Correct bad handwriting habits
- Copy texts on personal responsibility
- Write paragraphs legibly
- Share for peer evaluation
Why should we write legibly and clearly?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 19
Handwriting samples
Charts
Manila papers
Handwriting samples Peer assessment Observation Handwriting competitions
2 5
SCIENCE AND HEALTH EDUCATION

Listening and Speaking
Oral Presentations: Oral Narratives
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Outline the oral narrative performance techniques for effective delivery
- Use oral narrative techniques during the performance
- Appreciate the importance of performance techniques in the successful delivery of oral material
The learner is guided to:
- Watch live or recorded oral performances
- Search for information on performance techniques
- Discuss oral performance techniques
- Perform oral narratives while peers watch
- Compose oral narratives
- Suggest ways of performing to peers
What makes one a good storyteller?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 24
Digital devices
Audio-visual recordings
Resource persons
Observation Oral presentations Performance assessment Peer feedback
3 1
Reading
Intensive Reading: Simple Poems
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Distinguish between poems and other literary genres
- Recite a variety of simple poems for enjoyment
- Collaborate in poetry recitation for enjoyment and learning
The learner is guided to:
- Listen to recorded poetry recitation
- Discuss what makes reading simple poems interesting
- Pick out poems from a variety of texts
- Read poems aloud
- Recite poems that address science and health issues
- Provide feedback to peers
How are poems different from other forms of literary genres?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 28
Poetry books
Audio recordings
Digital devices
Recitation assessment Observation Peer feedback Group performance
3 2
Reading
Intensive Reading: Simple Poems
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Distinguish between poems and other literary genres
- Recite a variety of simple poems for enjoyment
- Collaborate in poetry recitation for enjoyment and learning
The learner is guided to:
- Search for poems on HIV and AIDS or other health issues
- Choose a poem and practise reciting it
- Present poems to the class
- Comment on others' presentations
- Discuss what they like about recited poems
Why are riddles, proverbs and tongue twisters important?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 30
Poetry books
Digital devices
Audio recordings
Recitation assessment Observation Peer evaluation Group performance
3 3
Grammar in Use
Word Classes: Nouns
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify count, non-count, singular, and plural nouns from a variety of texts
- Use count, non-count, singular, and plural nouns in sentences
- Appreciate the importance of the correct use of nouns in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Search for examples of count/non-count nouns online
- Listen to audio text and pick out target nouns
- Pick out count/non-count nouns from newspapers and magazines
- Identify objects in the classroom and categorize them
- Change singular nouns to plural and vice versa
How can you group things that cannot be counted?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 31
Digital devices
Audio text
Newspapers and magazines
Written exercises Oral questions Group work assessment Observation
3 4
Grammar in Use
Word Classes: Nouns
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify count, non-count, singular, and plural nouns from a variety of texts
- Use count, non-count, singular, and plural nouns in sentences
- Appreciate the importance of the correct use of nouns in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Construct sentences using count and non-count nouns
- Complete crossword puzzles with target nouns
- Create posters using learnt nouns
- Share posters using digital learning platforms
- Compose poems and songs using different nouns
How do count nouns differ from non-count nouns?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 34
Digital devices
Charts
Crossword puzzles
Written exercises Poster assessment Poems and songs evaluation Peer assessment
3 5
Reading
Intensive Reading: Class Reader
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the different parts that aid in previewing a book
- Describe the author and the setting of the text in terms of time and place
- Underscore the value of reading for lifelong learning
The learner is guided to:
- Study the cover page of a class reader
- Read the blurb and highlight features
- Discuss the title of the class reader
- Research information about the author and setting
- Make oral presentations on their findings
- Identify words that describe the setting
Why should we not judge a book by its cover?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 36
Class reader
Digital devices
Reference materials
Oral presentations Written responses Observation Graphic organizers
4 1
Reading
Intensive Reading: Class Reader
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the different parts that aid in previewing a book
- Describe the author and the setting of the text in terms of time and place
- Underscore the value of reading for lifelong learning
The learner is guided to:
- Design graphic organizers to identify the setting
- Share using summary charts (K-W-W-L)
- Make short notes on the setting and author
- Visualize what has been learned
- Discuss how reading aids lifelong learning
How would you tell when and where the actions in a story took place?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 39
Class reader
Graphic organizers
K-W-W-L charts
Graphic organizers Notes assessment Observation Oral presentations
4 2
Writing
Mechanics of Writing: Punctuation Marks
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Recognise the full stop, exclamation mark, and question mark in texts
- Use the full stop, exclamation mark, and question mark in sentences
- Acknowledge the importance of punctuating sentences accurately
The learner is guided to:
- Read print or non-print text and identify punctuation marks
- Punctuate a text using target punctuation marks
- Write a short story using appropriate punctuation
- Engage in online or offline punctuation games
- Create and display posters with punctuated sentences
Why is it important to punctuate a text?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 41
Digital devices
Punctuation games
Charts
Posters
Written exercises Punctuation games Observation Peer assessment
4 3
Writing
Mechanics of Writing: Punctuation Marks
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Recognise the full stop, exclamation mark, and question mark in texts
- Use the full stop, exclamation mark, and question mark in sentences
- Acknowledge the importance of punctuating sentences accurately
The learner is guided to:
- Role-play well-punctuated dialogues and record them
- Discuss effectiveness of punctuation marks in expression
- Write sentences using appropriate punctuation marks
- Create posters showing proper punctuation
- Play punctuation games
How does punctuation help in expressing meaning?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 42
Digital devices
Charts
Posters
Punctuation games
Role-play assessment Written exercises Observation Posters evaluation
4 4
HYGIENE

Listening and Speaking
Listening for the Main Idea
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the main idea from varied descriptive texts
- Pick out specific information from varied descriptive texts
- Acknowledge the importance of listening skills in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Listen to audio recordings on hygiene
- Identify the main idea from the audio
- Listen for specific information and take notes
- Search for expressions that signal main ideas
- Watch videos and pick out specific information
What can you do to ensure you capture the main ideas from a speaker?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 45
Audio recordings
Digital devices
Video clips
Note-taking assessment Oral questions Observation Listening comprehension
4 5
Listening and Speaking
Listening for the Main Idea
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the main idea from varied descriptive texts
- Pick out specific information from varied descriptive texts
- Acknowledge the importance of listening skills in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Listen to peers read descriptive texts
- Note down main ideas in turns
- Identify expressions that signal specific information
- Listen to a passage and identify main ideas and details
- Discuss why listening is important
Why is it embarrassing to say some words in public? Why should we use polite language?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 47
Audio recordings
Digital devices
Descriptive texts
Observation Oral questions Listening comprehension Note-taking assessment
5 1
Reading
Reading: Information and Meaning
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Distinguish between reading for information and reading for meaning
- Infer the meaning of words and phrases from varied texts
- Appreciate the importance of reading for information and meaning
The learner is guided to:
- Distinguish between reading for information and meaning
- Scan texts to identify text features
- Read texts on hygiene, safety, and security
- Organize information by making notes
- Infer and share meanings of words from texts
How would you tell the meaning of a word in a passage?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 48
Digital devices
Reference materials
Articles on hygiene
Written responses Observation Crossword puzzles Vocabulary assessment
5 2
Grammar in Use
Verbs and Tense
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify regular and irregular verbs in sentences
- Use regular and irregular verbs to construct sentences using the past, present, and future tenses
- Appreciate the correct use of verbs and tenses for effective communication
The learner is guided to:
- Search online for information on verbs and tenses
- Listen to texts on verbs and tenses
- Identify verbs with similar endings from passages
- Identify the tenses of verbs in sentences
- Construct sentences using verbs in correct tenses
Why is it important to use correct tenses in communication?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 52
Digital devices
Reference materials
Texts on hygiene
Written exercises Oral questions Observation Language game assessment
5 3
Grammar in Use
Verbs and Tense
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify regular and irregular verbs in sentences
- Use regular and irregular verbs to construct sentences using the past, present, and future tenses
- Appreciate the correct use of verbs and tenses for effective communication
The learner is guided to:
- Participate in language games on tenses
- Engage in conversations using verbs in various tenses
- Review peers' use of tense in conversations
- Give feedback on correct use of tense
- Discuss importance of using correct tense
How can we improve our use of tenses in daily communication?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 54
Digital devices
Language games
Flash cards
Conversation assessment Peer feedback Written exercises Language games
5 4
Reading
Intensive Reading: Poetry
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the structure of poems
- Analyse the structure of varied simple poems
- Read short poems addressing varied societal issues
The learner is guided to:
- Source poems from books and online resources
- Brainstorm on parts of a poem
- Read short poems on personal hygiene and health issues
- Analyze how poems are broken into stanzas and lines
- Study varied poems and present structures
Why do people write poems?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 55
Poetry books
Digital devices
Poems on hygiene
Observation Oral questions Written analysis Graphic organizers
5 5
Reading
Intensive Reading: Poetry
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the structure of poems
- Analyse the structure of varied simple poems
- Read short poems addressing varied societal issues
- Appreciate the poem's structure in communicating a message
The learner is guided to:
- Compare the structures of different poems
- Relate poem structure to message
- Create graphic organizers showing poem structure
- Discuss importance of structure in poems
- Read and analyze poems on hygiene
What makes a poem interesting?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 57
Poetry books
Digital devices
Graphic organizers
Poetry analysis Oral presentations Observation Written responses
6 1
Writing
Writing Narrative Paragraphs
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the parts of a narrative paragraph
- Compose a narrative paragraph with the appropriate structure
- Acknowledge the significance of paragraphing in written communication
The learner is guided to:
- Identify parts of a well-written paragraph
- Read samples of narrative paragraphs
- Discuss the flow of ideas in paragraphs
- Write paragraphs about hygiene issues
- Present paragraphs for peer review
Why do we write paragraphs?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 59
Digital devices
Sample paragraphs
Writing materials
Written paragraphs Peer assessment Observation Paragraph structure analysis
6 2
LEADERSHIP

Listening and Speaking
Listening Comprehension: Selective Listening
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Distinguish between specific and general information from a listening text
- Select specific information from a listening text
- Listen and respond to texts on leadership
- Emphasize the value of listening skills in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Listen to an audio text and identify information type
- Search online for audio recordings on leadership
- Listen attentively for specific information
- Watch a role play and respond to questions
- Listen to a passage on leadership
What can you do to ensure you capture relevant information from a speaker?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 63
Audio recordings
Digital devices
Role play scripts
Listening comprehension Note-taking assessment Observation Oral questions
6 3
Listening and Speaking
Reading
Listening Comprehension: Selective Listening
Intensive Reading
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Distinguish between specific and general information from a listening text
- Select specific information from a listening text
- Listen and respond to texts on leadership
- Emphasize the value of listening skills in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Answer questions posed by the speaker in a leadership text
- Identify general information in recordings
- Pick out specific details from audio clips
- Discuss importance of selective listening
- Take notes on specific information
What factors interfere with one's ability to listen well?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 64
Audio recordings
Digital devices
Note-taking materials
Reading materials
Mind maps
Listening comprehension Note-taking assessment Peer evaluation Observation
6 4
Reading
Intensive Reading
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Discuss the identified reading strategies
- Select main ideas and details from a variety of written texts
- Acknowledge the importance of reading for main ideas and details as a comprehension skill
The learner is guided to:
- Search for newspaper articles on leadership
- Identify main ideas and details in articles
- Create mind maps to represent ideas and details
- Discuss importance of reading for main ideas
- Share reading strategies with peers
What techniques can help identify main ideas in a text?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 67
Newspaper articles
Digital devices
Mind maps
Written exercises Mind map assessment Observation Group discussions
6 5
Grammar in Use
Verbs and Tense
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify verbs in the simple present and simple past tense in a text
- Write sentences using the simple present tense
- Write sentences using the simple past tense
- Advocate appropriate use of tense in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Underline verbs in simple present and past tense
- Reflect on formation of simple present and past tense
- Construct sentences on leadership using appropriate tense
- Type constructed sentences using digital devices
- Search for verbs used in different tenses
Why is it necessary to indicate when an activity takes place?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 68
Digital devices
Reference materials
Leadership texts
Written exercises Observation Sentence construction Peer assessment
7 1
Grammar in Use
Verbs and Tense
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify verbs in the simple present and simple past tense in a text
- Write sentences using the simple present tense
- Write sentences using the simple past tense
- Advocate appropriate use of tense in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Complete sentences using correct tense of verbs
- Create charts showing words in tenses
- Play language games using verbs in tenses
- Hold conversations using correct tenses
- Discuss importance of using correct tense
How can we improve our use of tenses in communication?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 71
Digital devices
Charts
Language games
Written exercises Conversation assessment Language games Chart evaluation
7 2
Reading
Intensive Reading: Class Readers
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the main characters in a class reader
- Explain how the characters make the story flow
- Make predictions based on the title and the sections read
- Appreciate the role of characters in the class reader
The learner is guided to:
- Read a section of class reader and identify main characters
- Discuss predictions from title and sections read
- Participate in reader's theatre
- Outline things done by each character
- Discuss how characters make story flow
What would you consider when selecting a storybook to read?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 72
Class reader
Digital devices
Reader's theatre script
Character analysis Observation Reader's theatre Written summaries
7 3
Reading
Intensive Reading: Class Readers
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the main characters in a class reader
- Explain how the characters make the story flow
- Make predictions based on the title and the sections read
- Appreciate the role of characters in the class reader
The learner is guided to:
- Write a summary about how main characters make the story flow
- Create character sketches of main characters
- Discuss roles of characters in the story
- Make predictions about future events
- Reflect on character development
What marks the climax of a story?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 74
Class reader
Digital devices
Character sketch templates
Written summaries Character sketches Oral presentations Peer assessment
7 4
Writing
Paragraphing: Using Examples and Incidents
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Outline examples and incidents to include in a paragraph
- Create a well-developed paragraph using examples and incidents
- Appreciate the importance of well-written paragraphs in writing
The learner is guided to:
- Share ideas on examples and incidents for paragraphs
- Collaborate to develop paragraphs on leadership
- Present paragraphs for peer review
- Use mind maps to generate examples and incidents
- Compose paragraphs based on suggested examples
How can you organise your ideas logically?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 75
Digital devices
Mind maps
Sample paragraphs
Written paragraphs Mind map assessment Peer review Observation
7 5
Writing
Paragraphing: Using Examples and Incidents
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Outline examples and incidents to include in a paragraph
- Create a well-developed paragraph using examples and incidents
- Appreciate the importance of well-written paragraphs in writing
The learner is guided to:
- Plan to write a paragraph about leadership
- Create topic sentence or introduction
- Include supporting examples and incidents
- Provide clear conclusions
- Present paragraph for feedback and revision
How does a well-written paragraph enhance communication?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 77
Digital devices
Sample paragraphs
Mind maps
Written paragraphs Paragraph structure analysis Peer assessment Observation
8

Midterm break

9 1
FAMILY

Listening and Speaking
Pronunciation: Sounds and Word Stress
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the consonant and vowel sounds in words
- Articulate consonants and vowel sounds for oral fluency
- Distinguish the meaning of words on the basis of stress
- Advocate the role of correct pronunciation in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Pronounce consonant sounds /p/, /b/, /k/ and /g/ from a text
- Practice saying short /i/ and long /i:/ sounds in pairs
- Watch audio-visual recordings of target sounds
- Work with peers to make recording of sounds
- Practice saying words with target sounds correctly
Why is it important to articulate sounds correctly?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 79
Digital devices
Audio recordings
Pronunciation charts
Pronunciation drills Observation Oral assessments Peer evaluation
9 2
Listening and Speaking
Pronunciation: Sounds and Word Stress
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the consonant and vowel sounds in words
- Articulate consonants and vowel sounds for oral fluency
- Distinguish the meaning of words on the basis of stress
- Advocate the role of correct pronunciation in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Distinguish word meaning based on stress
- Play language games to distinguish word meaning
- Practice pronouncing minimal pairs with target sounds
- Discuss importance of correct pronunciation
- Create tongue twisters using target sounds
Why do people find it difficult to pronounce some words?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 82
Digital devices
Audio recordings
Word pairs
Flash cards
Pronunciation assessment Observation Language games Peer evaluation
9 3
Reading
Study Skills: Synonyms and Antonyms
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify synonyms and antonyms of words from written texts
- Spell synonyms and antonyms correctly for writing fluency
- Use synonyms and antonyms in sentences
- Appreciate the importance of correct use of words in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Use reference materials to locate synonyms and antonyms
- Check meaning and pronunciation from dictionary
- Search for synonyms and antonyms in digital texts
- Create crossword puzzles using synonyms and antonyms
- Use synonyms and antonyms in sentences
Why do we use antonyms and synonyms?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 84
Dictionaries
Encyclopedia
Digital devices
Reference books
Written exercises Crossword puzzles Oral presentations Observation
9 4
Reading
Study Skills: Synonyms and Antonyms
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify synonyms and antonyms of words from written texts
- Spell synonyms and antonyms correctly for writing fluency
- Use synonyms and antonyms in sentences
- Appreciate the importance of correct use of words in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Practice pronouncing synonyms and antonyms in pairs
- Design charts with antonyms and synonyms correctly spelled
- Create vocabulary games using synonyms and antonyms
- Match words with their synonyms and antonyms
- Build vocabulary through usage of synonyms and antonyms
How can we expand our vocabulary using synonyms and antonyms?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 87
Dictionaries
Digital devices
Charts
Flashcards
Oral presentations Vocabulary tests Chart assessment Peer evaluation
9 5
Grammar in Use
Comparative and Superlative Adjectives
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify comparative and superlative adjectives in texts
- Use comparative and superlative adjectives in communication
- Acknowledge the value of comparative and superlative forms of adjectives in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Identify comparative and superlative adjectives from texts
- Search online for examples of comparative and superlative adjectives
- Construct sentences using comparative and superlative adjectives
- Play language games featuring adjectives
- Use substitution tables to complete sentences
Why is it important to make comparisons in life?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 89
Digital devices
Reference materials
Flash cards
Charts
Written exercises Sentence construction Language games Observation
10 1
Grammar in Use
Comparative and Superlative Adjectives
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify comparative and superlative adjectives in texts
- Use comparative and superlative adjectives in communication
- Acknowledge the value of comparative and superlative forms of adjectives in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Use flashcards to categorize comparative and superlative adjectives
- Compare various items using comparative and superlative adjectives
- Create charts of comparative and superlative adjectives
- Construct sentences comparing family members
- Edit texts with incorrect usage of adjectives
How do comparative and superlative adjectives enhance description?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 91
Flash cards
Digital devices
Charts
Reference materials
Written exercises Chart assessment Peer evaluation Observation
10 2
Reading
Intensive Reading: Oral Narratives
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify heroic characters in legends
- Explain the moral lessons in legends
- Discuss why legends are important in various communities
- Relate the characters in the legends to real life
The learner is guided to:
- Predict actions of characters in legends
- Read a heroic narrative aloud in turns
- Identify characters in legends
- Discuss heroic acts in legends
- Relate legends to their actions
- Identify moral lessons from legends
Why is it important to learn about heroes in society?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 92
Legend narratives
Digital devices
Reference materials
Oral reading Character analysis Written responses Observation
10 3
Reading
Intensive Reading: Oral Narratives
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify heroic characters in legends
- Explain the moral lessons in legends
- Discuss why legends are important in various communities
- Relate the characters in the legends to real life
The learner is guided to:
- Reflect on impact of actions on society
- Discuss how to collect narratives from community
- Use mind maps to show benefits of moral lessons
- Research community needs addressed through legends
- Collaborate to develop legend narratives
How can legends help communities address current needs?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 94
Legend narratives
Digital devices
Mind maps
Narrative creation Mind map analysis Observation Group presentations
10 4
Writing
Functional Writing: Friendly Letters
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the parts of a friendly letter
- Compose a friendly letter using the correct format
- Appreciate the role of friendly letters in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Read sample friendly letters
- Identify and underline parts of a friendly letter
- Create a friendly letter individually
- Exchange letters with peers for feedback
- Incorporate feedback from peers
Why do we write friendly letters?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 96
Sample letters
Digital devices
Charts
Writing materials
Written letters Format assessment Peer evaluation Observation
10 5
Writing
Functional Writing: Friendly Letters
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the parts of a friendly letter
- Compose a friendly letter using the correct format
- Appreciate the role of friendly letters in communication
The learner is guided to:
- Type friendly letters on digital devices
- Display letters for feedback
- Revise letters based on feedback
- Discuss importance of friendly letters
- Share final letters with classmates
How do friendly letters differ from other types of letters?
Head Start English Learner's Book pg. 98
Digital devices
Sample letters
Charts
Writing materials
Written letters Format assessment Peer evaluation Observation
11 1
DRUG AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Listening and Speaking
Conversational Skills: Polite Interruption
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- identify verbal and non-verbal forms of polite interruptions
- apply turn-taking skills in different speaking contexts
- use verbal and non-verbal cues to interrupt a conversation politely
- acknowledge the importance of politeness in communication
The learner is guided to:
- watch dialogues depicting turn-taking skills and interrupting politely
- practise interrupting someone politely in pairs
- identify instances of turn taking and polite interruptions
- write examples of polite expressions on sticky notes
How can you ensure that you do not dominate in a conversation?
KLB Head Start English Grade 7 pg. 100
Audio recordings
Video clips
Flash cards
Sticky notes
Observation Oral presentation Role play Peer assessment
11 2
Listening and Speaking
Conversational Skills: Turn-taking
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- identify ways of taking turns in a conversation
- use turn-taking skills in varied contexts
- create posters showing turn-taking skills
- appreciate the importance of politeness in communication
The learner is guided to:
- role-play conversations with turn-taking
- hold a conversation about drug and substance abuse effects
- recite a conversational choral verse in groups
- create posters on turn-taking skills
What shows that it is your turn to speak?
KLB Head Start English Grade 7 pg. 101
Audio recorder
Manila paper
Video clips
Choral verse
Role play Oral presentations Group performance Observation
11 3
Reading 1
Reading Fluency: Speed and Accuracy
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- identify instances of expressive reading from a reading or digital text
- read a text at the right speed with accuracy
- appreciate the importance of reading fluency in communication
The learner is guided to:
- listen to news clips and comment on presenters' speed and accuracy
- brainstorm ways of reading effectively
- read texts with appropriate expressions and speed
- time themselves while reading excerpts
Why is it important to read fluently?
KLB Head Start English Grade 7 pg. 104
Audio clips
Reading texts
Stopwatch
Digital devices
Observation Oral reading Peer feedback Timed reading exercises
11 4
Reading 1
Reading Fluency: Expression
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- read a text with appropriate expression
- give feedback on peers' reading fluency
- appreciate the importance of expression in reading
The learner is guided to:
- read poems aloud with appropriate expressions
- engage in paired reading activities
- participate in choral verse reading
- give and receive feedback on reading expression
What makes a poem interesting to read?
KLB Head Start English Grade 7 pg. 106
Poem texts
Choral verse
Audio recordings
Digital devices
Oral reading Peer assessment Observation Performance evaluation
11 5
Grammar in Use
Word Classes: Adverbs of Time
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- identify adverbs of time in texts
- use adverbs of time in sentences
- acknowledge the value of adverbs of time in communication
The learner is guided to:
- identify adverbs of time from a passage
- construct sentences using adverbs of time
- fill in blanks with appropriate adverbs of time
- complete substitution tables with adverbs of time
Why is it necessary to indicate when an activity takes place?
KLB Head Start English Grade 7 pg. 108
Reading passages
Charts
Flash cards
Digital devices
Written exercises Oral questions Sentence construction Gap filling exercises
12 1
Grammar in Use
Word Classes: Adverbs of Place and Manner
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- identify adverbs of place and manner in texts
- use adverbs of place and manner in sentences
- acknowledge the importance of adverbs for effective communication
The learner is guided to:
- identify adverbs of place and manner from passages
- fill in blanks with adverbs of place and manner
- construct sentences using adverbs
- write dialogues using various types of adverbs
How do we show where and how events happen?
KLB Head Start English Grade 7 pg. 110
Reading passages
Flash cards
Digital devices
Charts
Written exercises Role play Gap filling Dialogue writing
12 2
Reading 2
Intensive Reading: Oral Literature-Songs (Lullabies)
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- identify repeated words and phrases in lullabies
- use appropriate techniques when performing lullabies
- pick out key messages communicated in lullabies
- appreciate the importance of lullabies in real life
The learner is guided to:
- listen to audio recordings of lullabies
- identify instances of repetition in lullabies
- perform lullabies with appropriate techniques
- discuss the functions of lullabies
Why are lullabies important in our community?
KLB Head Start English Grade 7 pg. 112
Audio recordings
Digital devices
Resource person
Lullaby texts
Performance Oral questions Observation Peer assessment
12 3
Reading 2
Intensive Reading: Oral Literature-Songs (Features of Lullabies)
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- identify features of lullabies
- compose and perform lullabies with appropriate techniques
- relate lullabies to real life situations
- appreciate the importance of lullabies in the community
The learner is guided to:
- pick lullabies from different communities
- discuss the features of lullabies
- compose and perform lullabies in groups
- analyze the messages in lullabies
What features make a good lullaby?
KLB Head Start English Grade 7 pg. 114
Audio recorder
Digital devices
Resource person
Sample lullabies
Performance Composition assessment Peer evaluation Observation
12 4
Writing
Mechanics of Writing: Commonly Misspelt Words
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- recognise commonly misspelt words in texts
- identify ways of correcting commonly misspelt words
- value the relationship between accurate spelling and effective written communication
The learner is guided to:
- mention words they find difficult to spell
- check spelling of words in dictionaries
- discuss ways of correcting commonly misspelt words
- search for commonly misspelt words online
How can we improve our spelling?
KLB Head Start English Grade 7 pg. 115
Dictionary
Digital devices
Word lists
Crossword puzzles
Spelling tests Written exercises Peer assessment Crossword puzzle completion
12 5
Writing
Mechanics of Writing: Using Commonly Misspelt Words
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- use commonly misspelt words correctly in written texts
- create texts with correctly spelt words
- value correct spelling for effective communication
The learner is guided to:
- read and identify commonly misspelt words
- write dictated words containing difficult spellings
- use correct forms of irregular plurals
- write a dialogue using commonly misspelt words
What is the effect of correct spelling on communication?
KLB Head Start English Grade 7 pg. 116
Dictionary
Digital devices
Sample texts
Crossword puzzles
Dictation Written composition Crossword puzzle Peer assessment

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