SS1 First Term English Language Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Week 1: Introduction to Parts of Speech

Lesson Note: Introduce the basic parts of speech – nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, prepositions, conjunctions, and interjections.

Scheme of Work: Engage students in interactive activities like identifying parts of speech in sentences and creating their sentences.

Week 2: Noun and Pronoun

Lesson Note: Dive deeper into nouns and pronouns, covering types and usage in sentences.

Scheme of Work: Conduct exercises to identify and use nouns and pronouns effectively, such as sentence construction and role-play activities.

Week 3: Verbs and Adverbs

Lesson Note: Explore the world of verbs and adverbs, emphasizing their roles in sentence structure.

Scheme of Work: Engage students in exercises like creating dynamic sentences, identifying adverbs, and enhancing vocabulary through verb usage.

Week 4: Adjectives and Prepositions

Lesson Note: Focus on adjectives and prepositions, demonstrating how they modify nouns and connect ideas.

Scheme of Work: Organize activities such as descriptive writing, identifying prepositional phrases, and creating visuals to illustrate understanding.

Week 5: Conjunctions and Interjections

Lesson Note: Introduce conjunctions and interjections, showcasing their importance in linking ideas and expressing emotions.

Scheme of Work: Facilitate activities where students construct sentences using conjunctions, and express emotions through interjections.

Week 6: Sentence Structure

Lesson Note: Explore sentence structures – simple, compound, and complex sentences.

Scheme of Work: Encourage students to construct sentences of varying structures and analyze literature for different sentence types.

Week 7: Reading Comprehension

Lesson Note: Develop reading comprehension skills, focusing on understanding and interpreting texts.

Scheme of Work: Conduct guided reading sessions, discussions, and comprehension exercises to enhance students’ understanding of written material.

Week 8: Writing Skills

Lesson Note: Emphasize writing skills – planning, drafting, editing, and revising.

Scheme of Work: Assign writing tasks such as essays, creative writing, and formal letters, providing feedback to improve writing proficiency.

Week 9: Poetry Appreciation

Lesson Note: Introduce poetry and its elements, fostering an appreciation for various poetic forms.

Scheme of Work: Analyze and discuss poems, encourage students to write their poems, and explore the use of figurative language in poetry.

Week 10: Oral Communication Skills

Lesson Note: Develop oral communication skills, including effective speaking and listening.

Scheme of Work: Conduct debates, discussions, and role-play scenarios, emphasizing clear communication and active listening.

Week 11: Revision Week

Lesson Note: Review key concepts and reinforce learning through revision activities.

Scheme of Work: Organize quizzes, group discussions, and review sessions to solidify understanding.

Week 12: Examination Week

Lesson Note: Prepare students for the upcoming examination, focusing on exam techniques and time management.

Scheme of Work: Conduct mock exams, provide feedback, and address any lingering questions or concerns.

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

Lesson Note: Wrap up the term with a summary of key learnings and achievements.

Scheme of Work: Reflect on the term, encourage student self-assessment, and provide constructive feedback for improvement in the next term.