SS1 First Term English Language Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS1 First Term English Language Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to English Language
Lesson Note: Introduce the importance of English language skills.
Scheme of Work: Basic grammar concepts, vocabulary building activities, and pronunciation practice.
Week 2: Parts of Speech
Lesson Note: Explore the different parts of speech – nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, etc.
Scheme of Work: Engage students in interactive exercises to identify and use each part of speech in sentences.
Week 3: Sentence Structure
Lesson Note: Teach sentence construction and different sentence types.
Scheme of Work: Practical activities on sentence formation, including simple, compound, and complex sentences.
Week 4: Reading Comprehension
Lesson Note: Develop reading skills and comprehension techniques.
Scheme of Work: Provide diverse reading materials and guide students through comprehension exercises.
Week 5: Creative Writing
Lesson Note: Encourage creativity in writing through storytelling and descriptive writing.
Scheme of Work: Conduct writing workshops, focusing on imagination and expression.
Week 6: Vocabulary Expansion
Lesson Note: Expand students’ vocabulary through contextual learning.
Scheme of Work: Introduce new words through reading passages and discussions, followed by vocabulary-building games.
Week 7: Communication Skills
Lesson Note: Emphasize effective communication skills – verbal and written.
Scheme of Work: Engage students in group discussions, debates, and presentations.
Week 8: Literary Devices
Lesson Note: Introduce literary devices such as simile, metaphor, and personification.
Scheme of Work: Analyze literary texts to identify and discuss the use of these devices.
Week 9: Poetry Appreciation
Lesson Note: Explore different forms of poetry and poetic devices.
Scheme of Work: Analyze and appreciate poems, encouraging students to write their own poems.
Week 10: Grammar Review
Lesson Note: Review essential grammar rules covered so far.
Scheme of Work: Conduct grammar quizzes and reinforcement activities.
Week 11: Revision Week
Lesson Note: Review all topics covered in the term.
Scheme of Work: Practice exams, group discussions, and peer teaching sessions.
Week 12: Examination Week
Lesson Note: Prepare students for end-of-term examinations.
Scheme of Work: Conduct practice exams and provide guidance on exam techniques.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Lesson Note: Summarize the term, celebrate achievements, and address any outstanding concerns.
Scheme of Work: Organize a farewell event, distribute report cards, and provide guidelines for the next term.
