Introductory Paragraph Primary 6 (Basic 6) First Term Week 2 English Studies

INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH PRIMARY 6 (BASIC 6) FIRST TERM WEEK 2 ENGLISH STUDIES

ENGLISH STUDIES

FIRST TERM

WEEK 3 

PRIMARY 6 (BASIC 6)

THEME – ENGLISH WRITING 

TOPIC – INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH 

LEARNING AREA

1. Introduction

2. Meaning and Features of Introductory Paragraph

3. Importance of Introductory Paragraph

4. Main Idea in an Introductory Paragraph

5. Simple Introductory Paragraph on Familiar Topics

6. Revision and Lesson Evaluation

7. Test Questions and Answers

LEARNING OBJECTIVES 

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

1. define an introductory paragraph.

2. identify the features of an introductory paragraph.

3. explain the importance of an introductory paragraph in writing.

4. identify the main idea in an introductory paragraph.

5. write simple introductory paragraphs on familiar topics.

6. use correct punctuation and sentence structure in paragraph writing.

ENTRY BEHAVIOUR

The pupils can write a simple paragraph.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

The teacher will teach the lesson with the aid of Course book.

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

An introductory paragraph is the first paragraph in a piece of writing. It introduces the topic and prepares the reader for the main ideas in the composition or passage.

FEATURES OF AN INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH

An introductory paragraph:

1. introduces the main topic

2. attracts the reader’s attention

3. gives a brief idea of what the writing is about

4. usually comes at the beginning of a composition

IMPORTANCE OF AN INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH

1. It helps readers understand the topic

2. It makes writing interesting

3. It gives direction to the composition

4. It prepares readers for the main discussion

EXAMPLES OF AN INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH

1. My School

My school is one of the best schools in my area. It has qualified teachers, neat classrooms, and hardworking pupils. Many parents like the school because of its excellent academic performance.

2. Clean Environment

Keeping the environment clean is very important for healthy living. A clean environment helps to prevent diseases and makes the community beautiful. Everyone should learn to keep their surroundings clean.

GUIDELINES FOR WRITING AN INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH

1. Begin with the main idea.

2. Make the introduction clear and interesting.

3. Use simple and correct sentences.

4. Avoid unnecessary details.

5. Introduce what the composition will discuss.

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 some questions about paragraph writing.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and mention what they know about paragraphs.

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 introductory paragraphs for the pupils to read and discuss.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils read the introductory paragraphs and discuss the main ideas in groups.

4. The teacher uses the charts/flashcards and the pupils’ responses to introduce the lesson and explain the meaning and features of an introductory paragraph.

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

5. The teacher guides the pupils on how to begin a composition with a good introductory paragraph.

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

6. The teacher gives pupils practice exercises on writing introductory 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.

LESSON EVALUATION 

Teacher asks pupils,

1. what is an introductory paragraph?

2. state two features of an introductory paragraph.

3. why is an introductory paragraph important?

4. write an introductory paragraph on “My Best Friend.”

5. mention two guidelines for writi ng an introductory paragraph.

PRACTICE EXERCISE/ASSESSMENT TEST

INSTRUCTION – Attempt all the questions. 

A. Fill in the Blanks

1. An introductory paragraph is the ______ paragraph in a composition.

2. An introductory paragraph introduces the ______ of the composition.

3. A good introductory paragraph should attract the reader’s ______.

4. An introductory paragraph usually comes at the ______ of a composition.

5. The first sentence in a paragraph is often called the ______ sentence.

B. Choose the Correct Answer

6. An introductory paragraph helps the reader to understand the _____.

A. ending

B. topic

C. drawing

D. title page

7. Which of these is a feature of an introductory paragraph?

A. It introduces the topic

B. It ends the composition

C. It contains only questions

D. It has no main idea

8. The introductory paragraph should be _____.

A. confusing

B. too long

C. unrelated

D. interesting

9. Which part of a composition comes first?

A. Conclusion

B. Body

C. Introductory paragraph

D. Summary

10. An introductory paragraph prepares the reader for the _____.

A. game

B. discussion

C. punishment

D. drawing

C. Write Short Introductory Paragraphs on the Following Topics

11. My School

12. My Best Friend

13. Keeping Our Environment Clean

14. My Family

15. The Importance of Education

D. Arrange the Sentences to Form a Good Introductory Paragraph

16. a. It has many hardworking teachers. b. My school is one of the best schools in my town. c. The pupils are neat and disciplined.

ANSWERS

A. Fill in the Blanks

1. first

2. topic

3. attention

4. beginning

5. topic

B. Multiple Choice

6. B

7. A

8. D

9. C

10. B

D. Correct Arrangement

16. b, a, c