Description /Narrative Composition: A day I will never forget  Primary 4 (Basic 4) Second Term/Third Term Week 4

DESCRIPTIVE/NARRATIVE COMPOSITION: A DAY I WILL NEVER FORGET PRIMARY 4 (BASIC 4) SECOND TERM WEEK 4 AND THIRD TERM WEEK 4 ENGLISH STUDIES

ENGLISH STUDIES

SECOND TERM WEEK 4

THIRD TERM WEEK 4

PRIMARY 4 (BASIC 4) 

THEME – WRITING 

TOPIC – A DAY I WILL NEVER FORGET 

LEARNING AREA

1. Introduction

2. Compositions: A Day I Will Never Forget

3. Summary and Lesson Evaluation

4. Practice Exercise/Homework

LEARNING OBJECTIVES 

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

1. explain the meaning of a descriptive/narrative composition.

2. Describe an event that happened in the past.

3. arrange ideas in a logical sequence.

4. use simple and correct sentences in writing.

5. write a short composition on “A Day I Will Never Forget.”

ENTRY BEHAVIOUR

The pupils already know how to write simple compositions and describe events. In this lesson, they will build on that knowledge by writing a narrative composition about a memorable event in their lives titled “A Day I Will Never Forget.”

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

The teacher will teach the lesson with the aid of:

1. Charts showing sample compositions

2. Flashcards containing relevant vocabulary words

3. Pictures illustrating memorable events (birthday party, school competition, excursion, graduation, etc.)

4. Sample narrative compositions

5. Pupils’ notebooks and writing materials

6. Word cards containing sequence words such as first, next, then, after that, fin ally.

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 narrative composition tells a story about an event or experience. When writing about “A Day I Will Never Forget,” you should describe what happened, when it happened, who was involved, and why the day was memorable.

COMPOSITIONS: ABOUT A DAY I WILL NEVER FORGET

1. A Day I Will Never Forget

One day that I will never forget was my tenth birthday. It was a very happy and exciting day for me.

On that day, my parents organized a small birthday party at our house. My friends, relatives, and neighbours came to celebrate with me. The house was beautifully decorated with balloons and colourful ribbons.

We played games, danced, and sang songs. There was plenty of food and drinks for everyone. My friends gave me wonderful gifts, and I was very happy.

The most exciting part of the celebration was when I cut my birthday cake. Everyone sang a birthday song for me, and I felt very special.

At the end of the party, I thanked my parents and guests for making my day memorable. It was a wonderful experience, and I will never forget that day.

2. A Day I Will Never Forget

A day I will never forget was the day I won a prize in a school competition.

The competition took place in my school. Many pupils participated, and I was nervous at first. I studied hard and prepared well for the event.

When the results were announced, I was surprised to hear my name as the winner. My teachers and classmates congratulated me. I received a trophy and a certificate.

I felt proud and happy because my hard work had paid off. My parents were also excited when I told them the good news.

That day remains one of the happiest days of my life, and I will always remember it.

3. A Day I Will Never Forget

A day I will never forget was the day my class went on an excursion. We visited a museum with our teachers and classmates.

We left school early in the morning in a bus. At the museum, I saw many old objects, pictures, and historical items. The tour guide explained the importance of the things we saw.

I learned many new things about the history of our country. My friends and I took photographs and enjoyed ourselves.

I was very happy because it was my first visit to a museum. The day was exciting and educational. I will never forget it.

4. A Day I Will Never Forget

A day I will never forget was the day I received an award for good behaviour in school.

During the end-of-term ceremony, the head teacher called my name and presented me with a certificate. My classmates clapped for me, and I felt very proud.

My parents were happy when they heard the news. They congratulated me and encouraged me to continue behaving well.

The award made me feel special and confident. It taught me that good behaviour brings rewards and respect.

That day was one of the happiest days of my life, and I will always remember it.

PRACTICE EXERCISE

Use the following guides to a composition on “A Day I Will Never Forget.” 

1. What happened on that day?

2. Where did it happen?

3..Who was involved?

4. How did you feel?

5. Why will you never forget the day?

PRESENTATION

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

1. The teacher introduces the lesson by asking pupils to talk about memorable events in their lives.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils mention events such as birthdays, excursions, competitions, and celebrations.

2. The teacher explains the meaning of a descriptive/narrative composition and discusses its features.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils listen attentively and ask questions.

3. The teacher introduces the topic “A Day I Will Never Forget” and asks pupils to think of a memorable day in their lives.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils recall and discuss memorable experiences.

4. The teacher displays pictures of memorable events such as birthday parties, prize-giving ceremonies, excursions, and school activities.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils observe the pictures and describe what they see.

5. The teacher guides pupils to identify the important points needed for the composition:

• What happened?

• Where did it happen?

• Who was involved?

• How did you feel?

• Why was the day memorable?

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils answer questions and suggest ideas.

6. The teacher reads a sample composition on “A Day I Will Never Forget.”

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils listen carefully and identify the main ideas in the composition.

7. The teacher guides pupils to arrange their ideas in the correct sequence using words such as first, next, then, after that, and finally.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils organize their ideas and make oral sentences.

8. The teacher guides pupils to write their own compositions in their notebooks.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils write short compositions independently.

9. The teacher marks pupils’ work, corrects errors, and summarizes the lesson.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils make corrections and participate in the lesson summary.

CONCLUSION

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

LESSON EVALUATION 

Teacher asks pupils to use the following guides to a composition on “A Day I Will Never Forget.” 

1. what happened on that day?

2. where did it happen?

3..who was involved?

4. how did you feel?

5. why will you never forget the day?