Writing Rhythmic Poem Primary 4 (Basic 4) Primary 4 (Basic 4) First Term Week 3 English Studies

WRITING RHYTHMIC POEM PRIMARY 4 (BASIC 4) FIRST TERM WEEK 3 ENGLISH STUDIES

ENGLISH STUDIES

FIRST TERM

WEEK 3

PRIMARY 4 (BASIC 4) 

THEME – WRITING 

TOPIC – WRITING RHYTHMIC PEOM 

LEARNING AREA

1. Introduction

2. Features and Simple Rhythmic Poem

3. Simple Guidelines for Writing Rhythmic Poem

4. Lesson Evaluation

LEARNING OBJECTIVES 

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

1. explain the meaning of a rhythmic poem.

2. read a rhythmic poem with correct rhythm and expression.

3. identify rhyming words in a poem.

4. write simple rhythmic poems.

5. recite poems confidently.

ENTRY BEHAVIOUR

The pupils have already learned how to read simple passages, recite short poems, and identify rhyming words in songs and poems. They have also practised reading with correct pronunciation and expression.

In this lesson, they will build on that knowledge by learning how to write simple rhythmic poems using rhyming words and a regular pattern of sounds.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

The teacher will teach the lesson with the aid of:

1. Charts containing sample poems

2. Flashcards with rhyming words

3. Pictures related to the poem topic

4. Audio recordings or teacher’s recitation of poems

5. Pupils’ notebooks and writing materials.

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 rhythmic poem is a poem that has a regular beat or pattern when it is read aloud. The words flow smoothly and often contain rhyming words.

FEATURES OF A RHYTHMIC POEM 

1. It has a regular rhythm or beat.

2. It contains rhyming words.

3. It is usually written in short lines.

4. It expresses feelings, ideas, or experiences.

5. It is enjoyable to read and recite.

EXAMPLE OF A RHYTHMIC POEM 

MY SCHOOL

I wake up early every day, And quickly get ready on my way. I go to school to read and write, Learning new things is a delight.

My teachers teach me what is right, They help me learn with all their might. I study hard and do my best, And always pass every test.

RHYMING WORDS IN THE POEM 

1. day – way

2. write – delight

3. right – might

4. best – test

MY FAMILY

My family is loving and kind,

The best people I can ever find.

We work together every day,

Helping each other along the way.

My father guides me when I stray,

My mother cares for me every day.

My siblings and I laugh and play,

In our happy home we love to stay.

We share our meals and say our prayers,

Showing love and kindness everywhere.

I am proud of my family indeed,

They help me grow and succeed.

EXAMPLES OF RHYMING WORDS 

1. kind – find

2. day – way

3. play – stay

4. light – bright

5. school – cool

SIMPLE GUIDELINES FOR WRITING A RHYTHMIC POEM 

1. Choose a topic.

2. Write short and meaningful lines.

3. Use rhyming words where possible.

4. Read the poem aloud to check the rhythm.

5. Make sure the poem is easy to understand.

PRESENTATION

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

1. The teacher introduces the lesson by reciting a simple poem and asking pupils to listen carefully to the rhythm and rhyming words.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils listen attentively and repeat the poem after the teacher.

2. The teacher explains the meaning of a rhythmic poem and identifies some rhyming words in the poem.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils mention other rhyming words they know.

3. The teacher presents a poem titled “My Family” and reads it aloud with proper rhythm and expression.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils listen and follow the reading.

4. The teacher guides the pupils to identify pairs of rhyming words in the poem.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils underline and read the rhyming words aloud.

5. The teacher explains how to write a simple rhythmic poem using short lines and rhyming words.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils suggest words that rhyme and can be used in a poem.

6. The teacher leads the pupils to write a short rhythmic poem on “My Family.”

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils write their own poems in their notebooks.

7. The teacher asks some pupils to recite their poems before the class.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils read and recite their poems confidently.

8. The teacher corrects mistakes, summarizes the lesson, and emphasizes the importance of rhythm and rhyme in poetry.

Pupils’ Activities: The pupils participate in the lesson summary and answer questions.

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 a rhythmic poem?

2. mention two pairs of rhyming words from the poem.

3. recite the poem aloud.

4. write four lines of a rhythmic poem about your family.

5. underline the rhyming words in your poem.