SS3 First Term Literature In English Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to Literature and Literary Terms
Lesson: Define literature and introduce basic literary terms.
Activity: Group discussion on the importance of literature in society.
Week 2: Prose – Elements and Analysis
Lesson: Explore elements of prose (plot, characters, setting) and teach analytical skills.
Activity: Analyze a short story together as a class.
Week 3: Drama – Understanding Play Structure
Lesson: Discuss the structure of a play, focusing on acts and scenes.
Activity: Students act out a scene from a selected play.
Week 4: Poetry – Forms and Techniques
Lesson: Introduce various poetic forms and techniques.
Activity: Analyze and recite a famous poem as a class.
Week 5: African Literature – Oral Tradition
Lesson: Explore African oral literature and its significance.
Activity: Invite a local storyteller or elder to share traditional stories.
Week 6: Novel – Character Development
Lesson: Study character development in novels.
Activity: Analyze the characters in a chosen novel excerpt.
Week 7: Literary Devices – Stylistic Elements
Lesson: Examine literary devices (simile, metaphor, symbolism).
Activity: Identify and discuss these devices in short passages.
Week 8: Shakespearean Literature – Introduction to Sonnets
Lesson: Introduce Shakespearean sonnets and their structure.
Activity: Collaborative writing of sonnets in groups.
Week 9: Modern Literature – Themes and Trends
Lesson: Discuss themes and trends in contemporary literature.
Activity: Analyze excerpts from modern novels and share findings.
Week 10: Comparative Literature – Contrasting Genres
Lesson: Compare and contrast different literary genres.
Activity: Group presentation on the comparison of a short story and a poem.
Week 11: Revision Week
Review key concepts, literary terms, and major works covered in the term.
Week 12: Examination Week
Conduct end-of-term examination based on the topics covered.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Wrap up the term with a class reflection on literature studies.
Provide feedback on exams and discuss expectations for the next term.
