Conclusion Paragraphs Primary 6 (Basic 6) First Term Week 4 English Studies

CONCLUSION PARAGRAPHS PRIMARY 6 (BASIC 6) FIRST TERM WEEK 4 ENGLISH STUDIES

ENGLISH STUDIES

FIRST TERM

WEEK 4

PRIMARY 6 (BASIC 6) 

THEME – WRITING 

PREVIOUS LESSON – 

TOPIC – CONCLUSION PARAGRAPHS 

LEARNING AREA

1. Introduction

LEARNING OBJECTIVES 

By the end of the lesson, most pupils should be able to:

1. define a conclusion paragraph.

2. identify the position of a conclusion paragraph in a composition.

3. state the features of a conclusion paragraph.

4. explain the importance of a conclusion paragraph.

5. write simple conclusion paragraphs on familiar topics.

6. summarize ideas clearly in a final paragraph without introducing new points.

ENTRY BEHAVIOUR

The pupils can write a simple conclusion paragraph.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

The teacher will teach the lesson with the aid of:

1. Course book

2. Chart

METHOD OF TEACHING

Choose a suitable and appropriate methods for the lessons.

Note – Irrespective of choosing methods of teaching, always introduce an activities that will arouse pupil’s interest or lead them to the lessons. 

REFERENCE MATERIALS

1. Scheme of Work

2. 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum

3. Course Book

4. All Relevant Material

5. Online Information

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

INTRODUCTION 

A conclusion paragraph is the final paragraph in a composition. It ends the writing and gives a final remark or summary of the topic.

FEATURES OF A CONCLUSION PARAGRAPH

A conclusion paragraph:

1. comes at the end of a composition.

2. summarizes the main idea.

3. may give advice or opinion.

4. brings the writing to a proper ending.

5. should be short and clear.

IMPORTANCE OF A CONCLUSION PARAGRAPH

1. It gives a complete ending to the composition.

2. It helps the reader understand the final message.

3. It summarizes the writer’s ideas.

4. It makes writing neat and complete

EXAMPLES OF CONCLUSION PARAGRAPHS

1. My School

In conclusion, my school is a very good place for learning. I love my teachers and classmates, and I am happy to be a student there.

2. Clean Environment

In conclusion, we must keep our environment clean at all times to stay healthy and avoid diseases.

3. My Family

In conclusion, my family is very important to me. I love them and always try to make them proud.

GUIDELINES FOR WRITING A CONCLUSION PARAGRAPH

1. Do not introduce new ideas.

2. Summarize the topic clearly.

3. Use simple and correct sentences.

4. End the composition politely or meaningfully.

5. Keep it short.

PRESENTATION

To deliver the lesson, the teacher adopts the following steps:

1. To introduce the lesson, the teacher revises the previous lesson. Based on this, he/she asks the pupils questions about introductory and middle paragraphs.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and explain what they know about paragraph writing.

2. The teacher organizes the pupils into groups or pairs depending on the size of the class.

Pupils’ Activities: Each pupil belongs to a group.

3. The teacher displays charts containing examples of conclusion paragraphs for the pupils to read and discuss.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils read the conclusion paragraphs and identify their main features in groups.

4. The teacher uses the charts/flashcards and the pupils’ responses to introduce the lesson and explain the meaning, features, and importance of a conclusion paragraph.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils pay attention to the lesson introduction, understand, and explain the meaning and features of a conclusion paragraph.

5. The teacher guides the pupils on how to write a good conclusion paragraph by summarizing ideas clearly.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils follow the teacher’s guidance to write simple conclusion paragraphs on familiar topics.

6. The teacher gives pupils practice exercises on writing conclusion paragraphs and corrects mistakes where necessary.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils confidently participate in the writing exercises and make corrections.

7. The teacher summarizes the lesson on the board and gives appropriate evaluation.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils participate actively in the summary of the lesson by responding correctly to most of the questions as instructed.

CONCLUSION

To conclude the lesson for the week, the teacher revises the entire lesson and links it to the following week’s lesson.

NEXT LESSON

LESSON EVALUATION 

Teacher asks pupils,

1. what is a conclusion paragraph?

2. where is a conclusion paragraph found in a composition?

3. mention two features of a conclusion paragraph.

4. why is a conclusion paragraph important?

5. Write a short conclusion paragraph on “My School.”

PRACTICE EXERCISE/TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

TEST QUESTIONS

A. Fill in the Blanks

1. A conclusion paragraph is the ______ paragraph in a composition.

2. The conclusion paragraph comes at the ______ of a composition.

3. A conclusion paragraph gives a ______ ending to a composition.

4. We should not introduce ______ ideas in a conclusion paragraph.

5. A conclusion paragraph usually ______ the main ideas.

B. Choose the Correct Answer

6. A conclusion paragraph is found at the _____.

A. beginning

B. middle

C. end

D. title

7. The purpose of a conclusion paragraph is to _____.

A. confuse the reader

B. introduce a new topic

C. draw pictures

D. end the composition

8. A good conclusion paragraph should be _____.

A. long and confusing

B. short and clear

C. full of questions

D. unrelated

9. Which of these is correct for a conclusion paragraph?

A. In conclusion, I love my school.

B. My school is new and big.

C. What is your name?

D. Open your book.

10. A conclusion paragraph should not contain _____.

A. summary

B. advice

C. new ideas

D. ending sentence

C. Write Conclusion Paragraphs on the Following Topics

11. My School

12. My Family

13. Clean Environment

14. My Best Friend

15. Importance of Education

D. Identify the Conclusion Paragraph

16. a. In conclusion, we must keep our environment clean. b. My school has many teachers. c. Pupils learn many subjects in school.

ANSWERS

A. Fill in the Blanks

1. final

2. end

3. proper

4. new

5. summarizes

B. Multiple Choice

6. C

7. D

8. B

9. A

10. C

C. Conclusion Paragraphs

11. My School – In conclusion, my school is a very good place for learning. I am proud of my teachers and classmates, and I always try my best to behave well and study hard.

12. My Family – In conclusion, my family is very important to me. I love them very much, and I will always respect and support them at all times.

13. Clean Environment – In conclusion, we must always keep our environment clean. This will help us stay healthy and prevent diseases in our community.

14. My Best Friend – In conclusion, my best friend is kind and helpful. I am happy to have such a good friend, and I will always cherish our friendship.

15. Importance of Education – In conclusion, education is very important in life. It helps us to become useful and successful members of society.

D. Correct Answer

16. a