JSS1 Third Term English Language Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Third Term: JSS1 English Language Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Grammar Focus – Tenses
Lesson: Understanding and using different verb tenses
Activity: Constructing sentences with past, present, and future tenses
Week 2: Reading Comprehension – Non-Fiction
Lesson: Comprehending informational texts
Activity: Reading articles, summarizing information, and answering questions
Week 3: Writing Skills – Persuasive Writing
Lesson: Structure and techniques of persuasive writing
Activity: Writing persuasive essays on relevant topics
Week 4: Vocabulary Building – Prefixes and Suffixes
Lesson: Expanding vocabulary through word formation
Activity: Creating and decoding words with prefixes and suffixes
Week 5: Poetry Analysis – Themes and Imagery
Lesson: Analyzing themes and imagery in poetry
Activity: Discussing and interpreting poems
Week 6: Sentence Variety – Compound Sentences
Lesson: Introducing compound sentence structures
Activity: Constructing compound sentences in writing
Week 7: Effective Communication – Debating Skills
Lesson: Basics of debating and argumentation
Activity: Conducting class debates on selected topics
Week 8: Writing Skills – Research Reports
Lesson: Structuring and writing research reports
Activity: Researching and presenting information on a chosen topic
Week 9: Vocabulary Expansion – Figurative Language
Lesson: Identifying and using figurative language
Activity: Creating sentences with similes, metaphors, and personification
Week 10: Creative Writing – Short Stories with a Twist
Lesson: Crafting engaging narratives with unexpected endings
Activity: Writing and sharing short stories with plot twists
Week 11: Revision Week
Review all topics covered in the third term
Activity: Group discussions, quizzes, and interactive revision sessions
Week 12: Examination Week
Conducting written examinations on topics covered in the third term
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Recap of the term’s learning
Distribution of report cards
Closing ceremony and dismissal
Note: Adjustments can be made based on the specific curriculum and textbooks used in your school. Teachers are encouraged to maintain a balance between theoretical lessons and practical activities to enhance students’mastery of the English language.
